Lagos ban on styrofoam and plastics brings applause and concern | Environment
From trash-strewn pavements to street vendors packing meals in polystyrene containers, plastic waste is a constant menace in the urban landscape of Lagos, Nigeria’s economic…
Sinema’s fundraising plummets as reelection decision deadline nears
Sinema, who left the Democratic Party in December 2022, has not decided if she will seek reelection this year. With nearly $11 million in her…
How Kobe Bryant’s rookie airballs sparked UCLA’s growth mindset
It seemed like an unusual search for inspiration. Earlier this season, UCLA coach Mick Cronin told his players to Google “Kobe Bryant rookie airballs.” The…
Plane passengers rave about bizarre toilet seat-shaped pillow that's 'next best thing' to bed
If you've got a long flight ahead, you'll likely want to get as much sleep as you possibly can, but it can be difficult -…
Townsville contractor allegedly assaulted while clearing green waste during Cyclone Kirrily recovery
A man has been charged with allegedly assaulting a council contractor during the Cyclone Kirrily clean-up in North Queensland. Key points:The 34-year-old allegedly tried to punch…
Russian rock band critical of Ukraine war faces deportation from Thailand | Russia-Ukraine war News
Bi-2 members, held for performing without permits, have criticised Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and President Vladimir Putin. Members of a dissident Russian-Belarusian rock band critical…
Inside legendary rugby stadium now lying abandoned as weeds sprout all over pitch and residents complain about safety
A LEGENDARY rugby stadium in South Africa now lies abandoned and covered in weeds with local residents concerned over the safety of the ghost site.…
This law would make chronological feeds the default for kids
Social media companies design their feeds to be as gripping as possible, with complicated algorithms shuffling posts and ads into a never-ending stream of entertainment.…
Arsenal starlet Jack Wilshere said can ‘do things you can’t coach’ agrees transfer exit with monstrous sell-on clause
ARSENAL have agreed to sell a highly-rated teenager recently hailed by academy manager Jack Wilshere, it's been claimed. The Gunners are said to have accepted…
Six Nations 2024: Six classic Wales v Scotland games
Jonathan Davies clinched a dramatic late win in 1988Wales and Scotland have been slogging it out since 1883 in a rivalry stretching back to before…
Flight attendant urges travellers to throw a water bottle under bed in hotel rooms
Sometimes, when you enter a new hotel room you can feel a little uneasy, so one flight attendant has shared a hack to ensure you…
Hate crime tracker Hindutva Watch blocked in India ahead of national vote | Censorship News
New Delhi, India – The website of Hindutva Watch, a United States-based independent research project that documents hate crimes against religious minorities in India, is…
How escalating Red Sea crisis poses billions of dollars of risk for India | Shipping News
New Delhi, India – Demand for India’s Basmati, the long-grain aromatic rice, from traditional buyers in the Middle East, the US and Europe has dropped…
Tony Award winner Hinton Battle dies at 67
Hinton Battle, who won Tony Awards (featured actor in a musical) for his performances in “Miss Saigon,” “Sophisticated Ladies” and “The Tap Dance Kid,” has…
Kataib Hezbollah announces halt of attacks on US forces | News
Iraqi-based group seeking to de-escalate as Washington mulls response to deadly Jordan strike. Iran-backed Kataib Hezbollah has announced the suspension of hostile operations against US…
Ex-Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan sentenced to 14 years for corruption
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, right, and Bushra Bibi, his wife, address the media in Lahore, Pakistan, on July 17, 2023. | K.M. Chaudary/AP By…
Russell for Murray trade rumors stare Lakers in the face in loss to Atlanta
ATLANTA — They came face-to-face Tuesday night, the two players who have been linked in trade rumors, one of them being Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell, the…
U.S. sanctions 3 for supporting ISIS with cybersecurity expertise, money transfers
1 of 2 | Sarah Jamal Muhammad Al-Sayyid, 38, was blacklisted by the United States on Tuesday over her support for the Islamic State. Photo…
Why China Could Play a Vital Role in Palestine-Israel talks
“If China decides to step up its involvement, it may have the potential to alter the configuration of relationships among the parties involved. Muslim nations,…
BBC The Apprentice first episode review: 'It made me laugh out loud – its future is secure'
Our TV writer Mark Jefferies says Lord Sugar will be glad he no longer has to give a job to any of the 18 hopefuls,…