The hazy history of Nathan's hot dog eating contest
The Fourth of July marks Independence Day in the US. It is also a big day for hot dog lovers.
1970-01-01 08:00
China accuses UK of harbouring Hong Kong fugitives
The UK had criticised Hong Kong for placing bounties on eight pro-democracy activists based overseas.
1970-01-01 08:00
Fukushima nuclear disaster: UN watchdog approves plan for water release
Japan's plan to drain radioactive water into the Pacific has been opposed by China and South Korea.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine war: Major Moscow airport temporarily closed in drone attack
Russia's defence ministry says five Ukrainian drones were shot down in the Moscow region.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nathan Law: Hong Kong activist in UK fears for safety over bounty
Nathan Law says his life has become more dangerous as Hong Kong police offer a bounty for his arrest.
1970-01-01 08:00
These are the big ideas Republicans are pushing for 2024
Amend the Constitution! Touch the third rail! Think big and make things better!
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine finds British WW2 Hurricane planes outside Kyiv
London sent the Hawker Hurricanes to the Soviet Union to help them fight against Nazi Germany.
1970-01-01 08:00
'Race neutral' replaces affirmative action. What's next?
When the Supreme Court cut affirmative action out of college admissions programs Thursday, it did not outlaw the goal of achieving diversity, but it set a new "race-neutral" standard for considering applicants.
1970-01-01 08:00
Moving vans become a last resort in summer travel chaos
Some people ended up driving miles in moving vans after all other travel options fell through.
1970-01-01 08:00
France riots: Nanterre rocked by killing and unrest
The town of Nanterre is shaken by nights of rioting after 17-year-old Nahel was shot by police.
1970-01-01 08:00
Scorching heat fuels calls for worker protections
A punishing heat wave in parts of the US has claimed the lives of at least a dozen people.
1970-01-01 08:00
5G deadline and bad weather threaten to disrupt US holiday weekend
Many airlines cannot meet a Saturday deadline to equip their fleets with new 5G-tolerant technology.
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