Society & Civil Rights
Over 1,000 death-row inmates at Iran's Ghezel Hesar Prison enter their third week of hunger strike against executions, with some sewing their lips shut in protest of unfulfilled promises.
US Deploys Carrier Strike Group to Caribbean as Tensions with Cuba Escalate
The US announced deployment of the USS Nimitz carrier strike group to the Caribbean following accusations against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro for ordering…
MediumAfrica's Top 10 Destinations for 2026: New Lodges, Cultural Hubs, and Safari Experiences
Africa's tourism landscape is expanding in 2026 with new luxury lodges, improved accessibility, and cultural revivals across 10 countries, from Algeria's newly…
MediumNYC Mayor Mamdani Faces Backlash Over Response to Antisemitic Incidents
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces criticism from city officials over his handling of antisemitic graffiti in Queens and a protest at Park East Synagogue, with cou…
HighFact-Check: Montenegro's Poverty Rate Claim Disputed
Público's fact-checking column disputes PSD leadership candidate Luís Montenegro's claim that poverty risk increased under socialist governance, labeling the a…
HighGolden retriever's compassion toward homeless man moves millions online
Cadú, a one-year-old golden retriever, has become a compassionate companion to homeless individuals in São Paulo's Cracolândia region through a solidarity proj…
HighElizabeth Taylor: A Hollywood Legend in Pictures from the Daily News Archive
The New York Daily News celebrates Elizabeth Taylor's legacy through archival photographs spanning her seven decades of stardom, from her 1940s debut to her 20…
HighLetterman Returns to Late Show as Colbert Prepares Final Episode
David Letterman is returning to CBS's Late Show as Stephen Colbert prepares for his final episode, marking a significant transition in late-night television hi…
HighFish-eating dinosaur resembling heron discovered in Argentina
Researchers in Argentina have identified a heron-like dinosaur species from 70 million years ago that specialized in hunting fish, expanding understanding of C…
MediumParis probes claim female Eiffel Tower staff hidden from Hindu delegation
Female Eiffel Tower employees were asked to leave their workstations during a Hindu delegation visit, sparking staff protests and a Paris city investigation in…
HighEscola 42 adere à Carta Portuguesa para a Diversidade
Escola 42 becomes latest signatory of Portuguese Diversity Charter, formalizing commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities across education and technology…
HighMeteorite Strike in New Jersey Contains Amino Acids, Offering Clues to Life's Origins
A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home contains extraterrestrial amino acids and organic compounds, potentially offering insights into the chemical or…
HighMárquez reaches 100 victories as Ducati dominates; Martín crashes at first turn
Marc Márquez reached his 100th career victory with Ducati, though the win came at a cost after a dramatic first-turn incident involving Jorge Martín.
HighWatch Dogs Legion Preorder Guide: Next-Gen Upgrade, Release Date, Pricing
Ubisoft's Watch Dogs Legion launches October 29 across multiple platforms with free next-gen upgrades for PS5 and Xbox Series X. Multiple edition tiers offer v…
HighSouth African gangs hunt migrants with kill-or-leave ultimatum as thousands flee
Gangs in South Africa are hunting migrants with death threats, forcing thousands to flee amid coordinated anti-foreigner violence. At least four confirmed deat…
MediumFlorida venue cancels Rashida Tlaib rally
A Florida venue has cancelled a scheduled rally featuring Palestinian American congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, marking another instance of political event disrupt…
MediumIMF Board Approves $1.32B Disbursement for Pakistan
The IMF board cleared Pakistan to access $1.32 billion in fresh funding across two facilities, bringing total disbursements to $4.8 billion under ongoing progr…
HighWatch Dogs Legion Launches Oct. 29 With Free Next-Gen Upgrades
Ubisoft's Watch Dogs Legion launches October 29 across multiple platforms with free next-gen upgrades for PS5 and Xbox Series X. The game features a new London…
HighLima and Callao face up to 10-hour power cuts across 8 districts on March 27
Pluz Energía Perú announced scheduled power cuts affecting eight districts in Lima and Callao on March 27, with outages lasting up to 10 hours due to maintenan…
HighTAP expands Porto routes with new Terceira service and increased Funchal flights
TAP Air Portugal launches new weekly service between Porto and Terceira starting March 2026, while increasing Porto-Funchal flights from 14 to 18 weekly freque…
HighWWE Raw Go-Home Show Sets Stage for WrestleMania 42 Matchups
WWE's final Raw before WrestleMania 42 featured contract signings, intense promos, and match previews across multiple feuds. The show delivered solid storytell…
HighChelmsford racecourse tenant owes £22m as racing licence remains suspended
Chelmsford City Racecourse's former tenant owes £22m to 180 creditors and has lost its racing licence following administration. The venue cannot resume operati…
HighSpector: Mixed nuts are key to brain and gut health through dietary diversity
Epidemiologist Tim Spector advocates for mixed nuts as beneficial for brain and gut health, emphasizing dietary diversity over single foods. The shift reflects…
MediumPerth diesel drops below $3 for first time since March as fuel prices ease
Perth diesel prices fall below $3/litre for first time since March, with average dropping to 295.8c. Unleaded petrol also declining, offering relief to motoris…
HighMilhões de insetos não descritos enfrentam risco de extinção antes de serem nomeados
Ecologistas alertam que milhões de espécies de insetos ainda não descobertas são mais vulneráveis à extinção do que as espécies conhecidas, com apenas 20% das…
HighNintendo Raises Switch 2 Price to $499 as Pokémon Pokopia Hits 4M Sales
Nintendo announced a $50 price increase for Switch 2 to $499 while Pokémon Pokopia exceeded 4 million sales in five weeks, driven by rising component costs.
HighBoston Symphony Orchestra musicians authorize first strike in 145-year history
The union representing Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians has authorized a strike for the first time in the ensemble's 145-year history, signaling escalating…
HighSpain records highest child poverty rate in EU, Eurostat data shows
Spain registers the highest child poverty rate in the EU according to Eurostat, with 25.7% of population at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025.
HighLightning strike kills three in Vijayapura; storms damage crops across Karnataka
Three people were killed and two injured when lightning struck near a mosque in Vijayapura during heavy rains. Multiple livestock and crops were also damaged a…
HighKnicks Rally Past Cavaliers in OT; Cleveland Eyes Game 2 Comeback
The New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-104 in overtime of Game 1, with Jalen Brunson leading a remarkable fourth-quarter comeback from 22 poi…
HighMaseko's strike sends South Africa to World Cup knockouts for first time
South Africa advanced to the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in their history, defeating South Korea 1-0 with a second-half goal from Thapelo Mase…
HighBrazilian household debt hits record high as expensive credit strains budgets
Brazil's household debt reached record 49.8% of annual income in March, driven by expensive credit. The Central Bank warns of mounting financial pressure on fa…
HighNYT Strands Puzzle Solution: Pi Day Pie Theme for March 14
Lifehacker provides hints and solutions for the March 14, 2026 NYT Strands puzzle themed around Pi Day and pie desserts, featuring the spangram HAPPYPIDAY.
HighTokio inaugura transporte de próxima generación: e-Palette y barcos eléctricos
Tokio presenta nuevos servicios de movilidad eléctrica en 2026: vehículos e-Palette en Odaiba y barcos completamente eléctricos en vías fluviales, modernizando…
HighUS Tourist Killed by Lightning Strike on Mount Etna
A 29-year-old American hiker from Wichita was killed by a lightning strike while hiking Sicily's Mount Etna volcano. The incident highlights the dangers of out…
HighOver 80 migrants feared dead after 27-day Atlantic drift; 44 rescued off Canary Islands
Spanish rescuers found 44 survivors on a migrant boat adrift for 27 days off the Canary Islands, with over 80 people feared dead including a baby. The vessel d…
HighBanks closed nationwide on Republic Day; strike disrupts operations Tuesday
All banks across India are closed on Monday, 26 January for Republic Day, a national holiday. The closure is part of a long weekend, with online banking and AT…
HighStreet Fighter 6 launches Season 4 with new character Yasmine on August 3
Street Fighter 6's Season 4 begins August 3 with new DLC character Yasmine. The fighting game continues expanding its roster with diverse characters targeting…
HighUAE pledges $50M to Lives and Livelihoods Fund 2.0 for poverty alleviation
The UAE pledged $50 million to Lives and Livelihoods Fund 2.0, a multilateral development initiative supporting 32 Islamic Development Bank member countries th…
HighMost Brazilian children recover from disabling musculoskeletal pain, but recurrence is common
A study of 694 Brazilian children found 86% recovered from disabling musculoskeletal pain over 18 months, though 32% experienced recurrence. Early intervention…
HighInsider Claims Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake, New Star Fox Coming to Switch 2
A credible Nintendo insider claims a full Zelda Ocarina of Time remake and new Star Fox game are coming to Switch 2 in 2026, alongside multiple other titles in…
Medium19 injured in stampede at South Carolina motorcycle festival
A stampede at Atlantic Beach Bike Fest in South Carolina injured 19 people after someone ran through the crowd, triggering a mass casualty incident at the annu…
HighB.C. Resort Ordered Closed After Years of Safety Violations
Interior Health has ordered immediate closure of food and water facilities at Spruce Hill Resort near 100 Mile House after finding persistent safety violations…
HighBotafogo eliminated from Copa do Brasil after 2-0 loss to Chapecoense
Chapecoense defeated Botafogo 2-0 in the Copa do Brasil round of 16 second leg, advancing with a 2-1 aggregate score. An own-goal-like finish and Bolasie's str…
HighIce fishing tragedy in Nova Scotia: one dead, search continues for second missing man
An ice fisherman died and another remains missing after two elderly men failed to return from fishing in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia. A separate collision be…
HighReal Madrid's Sixth European Cup: A 1966 Classic Revisited
Real Madrid commemorates its 1966 European Cup triumph over Partizan, won 2-1 at Heysel Stadium with goals from Amancio and Serena after trailing 0-1.
HighScientists Identify 100-Million-Year-Old Insect With Crab-Like Claws
Researchers identified a 100-million-year-old true bug with crab-like claws in Myanmar amber, representing the fourth independent evolution of such structures…
HighHidden 60 fps code in Xenoblade Chronicles X fuels Switch 2 upgrade speculation
Modders discovered hidden 60 fps code in Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, sparking speculation about potential Switch 2 upgrades when Nintendo's nex…
MediumBank strike disrupts services at SBI, PNB as unions push for five-day work week
Bank unions called an all-India strike on January 27, 2026, demanding a five-day work week. Major banks like SBI and PNB warned of service disruptions despite…
HighPetrol, Diesel Prices Mixed Across India; Social Media Fuels Shortage Concerns
Petrol and diesel prices remained largely unchanged on March 12, with selective declines in Bengaluru and Patna offset by increases in Gurugram and parts of Bi…
MediumSpringbok Star RG Snyman Awaits First Child in Stunning Paarl Home
Springbok rugby star RG Snyman and wife Saskia showcase their luxurious Paarl home while expecting their first child as he recovers from an ACL injury sustaine…
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