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Star Wars authors explain the tricky bits of expanding canon romance
Star Wars novelists Beth Revis, Alexander Freed, and John Jackson Miller walk us through writing Han and Leia, and canon couples from Andor and Rebels
Digging deeper: How to protect pets from the New World screwworm
Pet owners may be diligent about routine care, but even a minor wound can put animals at risk for dangerous parasites. One parasite that poses a potential threat is the New World screwworm (NWS), a parasitic fly whose larvae infest wounds and can result in significant tissue
‘Star Wars’ Day: Fans Streamed Franchise for 33 Billion Minutes in 2025
The Force is strong with this one. In honor of “Star Wars” Day, Nielsen has shared some insights into people’s viewing habits around the beloved franchise, which show that it remains incredibly popular nearly 50 years after it began. Per Nielsen data, U.S. viewers viewed 33
How a vision-restoring gene therapy proved that we can treat inherited diseases
Three 2026 Breakthrough Prize winners reflect on developing Luxturna, a gene therapy that treats blindness caused by rare inherited eye diseases
Africa: Africa Forward Summit to Explore New Financing Models for Continental Security, Foreign Affairs Says
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The upcoming Africa Forward Summit is expected to advance high-level dialogue on institutional frameworks, financing mechanisms, and international partnerships aimed at strengthening African-led security solutions as a foundation for long-term stability
Iran prevents entry of U.S. warships into Strait of Hormuz, Navy says
DUBAI, May 4 - Iran's navy said on Monday it had prevented the entry of enemy warships into the Strait of Hormuz by issuing a \"swift and decisive warning\", according to state TV.
Iranian Independent Filmmakers Association Hails New Oscar Rules in International Feature Category as ‘Major Victory’
The Iranian Independent Filmmakers Association (IIFMA) is hailing new rules announced on Friday by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences pertaining to the international feature category as a “major victory.” Going forward the Oscars are allowing submissions from
How the weaker dollar quietly makes life more expensive
A hidden force is quietly pushing up costs for everything from your summer vacation to your weekly grocery bills: a weaker U.S. dollar.
Shipping giant MSC opens new trade route to bypass Hormuz disruption
As tensions choke the Strait of Hormuz, Mediterranean Shipping Company races to keep global trade moving with new route.
Africa: African Countries Up Efforts to Tax High-Income Individuals
[IPS] Bulawayo, Zimbabwe -- African countries are exploring ways to tax high-earning individuals as the continent seeks to expand its revenue collection amid what experts say is a growing gulf between rich and poor.
Tehran regime executes three protesters, one 'without evidence'
Iran’s judiciary says three protesters detained over the January unrest in the city of Mashhad have been hanged, as rights groups report four murder convicts were executed in a unrelated case in Isfahan.
New alliances shakes up Nigerian political landscape
Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who came third and fourth respectively in the last elections, switch parties.
UK airlines to group passengers from different flights on same day to save on jet fuel
Carriers will also be able to hand back ‘slots’ at airports without punishment, removing the need to operate controversial ‘ghost flights’.
Where House, Senate battles stand six months out
In today’s issue: Democrats are feeling increasingly bullish about their prospects for the midterm elections with less than six months remaining before voters head to the polls. History is on their side, as the party out of power has typically gained seats in Congress in most
UK police return ancient artefacts to Centre of Islamic Civilisation after trafficking probe
The artefacts will be housed at the Centre of Islamic Civilisation as part of ongoing efforts to trace and recover cultural objects through cooperation with museums and the art market. The handover took place during an international cultural event marking the anniversary
GameStop offers to buy eBay for $56 billion to create 'legit competitor to Amazon'
Video game retailer GameStop has offered to buy eBay for 55.5 billion USD in CEO Ryan Cohen's latest bold market move.
Everything to know about hantavirus: Symptoms, spread and cruise ship outbreak details
So far, three people have died on a cruise ship amid a suspected hantavirus outbreak. But what is hantavirus and how does it spread?
Latest news bulletin | May 4th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Why Seed Patents—Yes, Seed Patents—Are Key to the Democrats’ Future
The House Progressive Caucus released its affordability agenda last week. Ever since Zohran Mamdani rode the multisyllabic a-word to his surprise victory in the New York mayoral race last year, Democrats of every ideological stripe have been nattering about affordability. I’ve
The 9 Democratic Primaries to Watch Closely This Year
As a New Republic reader, you’re well aware that 2026 is a midterm year. But unless you’re a political junkie—or a voter in a handful of states—you might be unaware that primary season has already begun. Five states have held primaries already, while the rest are taking place
