Stare at smokers to stop them, Hong Kong health chief urges public
Hong Kong's health secretary suggests people should stare at smokers in restaurants or other public spaces.
1970-01-01 08:00
Comfort women: Last of Japan's WW2 sex slaves sing 'forget us not'
Their own memories fading, former World War Two sex slaves seek justice in their twilight years.
1970-01-01 08:00
US House passes controversial defence spending bill
The traditionally bipartisan bill is caught up in a political fight over amendments on social issues.
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB Rumors: Angels warming up to Shohei Ohtani trade, but with major catch
The Angels are reportedly warming up to the idea of listening to trade offers for Shohei Ohtani but the deal would have to be extraordinary.The closer the trade deadline gets, the more pressure there will be on the Los Angeles Angels to decide whether they're willing to trade Shohei Ohtani ...
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu declares state of emergency over food
The president plans to provide protection to farmers targeted by notorious kidnapping gangs.
1970-01-01 08:00
Arrest made in Long Island serial killer case
Police have been working for over a decade to solve the murders of at least 10 women in Long Island.
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB rumors: Cardinals interested in Yankees and Mariners targets, Dodgers-White Sox deal, All-Star for Rays?
Let's take a look at some of the latest MLB rumors swirling, including notes on the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Yankees, Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chicago White Sox and Tampa Bay Rays.We begin our MLB rumors roundup in Florida, where MLB insiders are trying to figure out exac...
1970-01-01 08:00
Joe Biden forgives $39 billion in student loan debt
The relief will help some 800,000 borrowers enrolled in income-driven repayment plans, officials say.
1970-01-01 08:00
As SAG strike brings Hollywood to a standstill, which favorite UK-filmed shows could still go ahead?
As a host of Hollywood actors join film and TV writers in a strike against major studios and streaming services, filming and production of some popular shows -- including "House of the Dragon" and "Industry" -- could continue, due to UK strike laws.
1970-01-01 08:00
Europe heatwave: Extreme heat leads to Greece Acropolis closure
The country's most popular tourist attraction will stay closed between noon and 5pm in the 40C-plus heat.
1970-01-01 08:00
Who is Fran Drescher, the sitcom star taking on Hollywood?
A former star of US sitcoms, Fran Drescher is the union chief leading actors into battle with streamers.
1970-01-01 08:00
Grantham's Ross Edgely makes second attempt at longest non-stop lake swim
Ross Edgley hopes to swim 171km in Lake Trasimeno, in Italy, after abandoning a previous bid.
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