Omega says ex-employees responsible for $3 million fake Speedmaster watch
Swiss luxury watchmaker Omega says it has been the victim of "organized criminal activity," alleging three of its former staff members admitted working with intermediaries to sell a fake Speedmaster watch for some $3.4 million dollars.
1970-01-01 08:00
China records fewest marriages in more than three decades as population crisis looms
China last year recorded its lowest number of marriages since public records became available, furthering a nearly decade-long decline in matrimony that has coincided with falling birth rates and triggered government concern of a demographic crisis.
1970-01-01 08:00
After 100 days, Florida scientist 'Dr Deep Sea' resurfaces after breaking record for living underwater
An associate university professor in Florida has completed his research mission and set a new world record in the process: living 100 days beneath the ocean's surface.
1970-01-01 08:00
Legendary Mozambican ruby sells for record price
The world's largest ruby, described it as a "once-in-a-lifetime" jewel, fetches $34.8m at auction.
1970-01-01 08:00
Donald Trump indictment: What happens now?
The US Secret Service will meet Mr Trump's staff on Friday to plan his arrest and court appearance.
1970-01-01 08:00
'Anything is possible' as Kenya's Kipyegon shatters 1,500m world record
Nearly nine months after missing out on the 1,500 metres world record by three-hundredths of a second, Kenya's Faith Kipyegon buried the ghost of past disappointments with an emphatic performance at Friday's Florence Diamond League meeting.
1970-01-01 08:00
The untold tale of America's first spelling bee victor
Marie Bolden, a black teenager, won the first US spelling bee in 1908. Her win was eclipsed by racism.
1970-01-01 08:00
From highs to lows, Everest record breaker sees 'no future' in Nepal
Kami Rita Sherpa had stood at the top of the world just days earlier, exultant at having summited Mount Everest for a record 28th time.
1970-01-01 08:00
Lionel Messi breaks Cristiano Ronaldo record as PSG wins historic Ligue 1 title
There was another landmark in the long rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo on Saturday.
1970-01-01 08:00
Powerball lottery winner faces lawsuit alleging ticket theft
Edwin Castro won the jackpot last November - but Jose Rivera claims he is the rightful winner.
1970-01-01 08:00
Bola Tinubu inauguration: The five tests awaiting Nigeria's new president
Bola Tinubu is taking over the presidency of Nigeria - a giant nation with gigantic problems.
1970-01-01 08:00
When Tina Turner Set a Guinness World Record
On January 16, 1988, Tina Turner performed for approximately 188,000 fans at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil—and made history.
1970-01-01 08:00