Philippine ‘dinosaur egg’ salt gets UNESCO protection
Nicknamed the “dinosaur egg”, it is considered one of the rarest salt varieties in the world.
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‘South Park’ Season 28 Finale: Trump Celebrates the Death of His Satanic Baby
The “South Park” Season 28 finale brought Christmas cheer to the small Rocky Mountain town and saw Donald Trump and Satan’s baby meet an untimely demise. At the episode’s climax, Trump, JD Vance, Peter Thiel and Pete Hegseth prepared for a showdown in the hospital against Stan,
Myanmar junta air strike on hospital kills 31, says on-site aid worker
The junta has increased air strikes year-on-year since the start of Myanmar’s civil war.
How Did 50 Cent Get That Sean Combs Footage? Diddy’s Videographer Explains
Michael Oberlies says the footage of Sean Combs talking to his team was released "by a third party who covered for me for three days while I was out of state"
Yemeni city buckles under surge of migrants seeking safety, work
Once a picturesque Red Sea port, the city of Aden in government-controlled Yemen has been transformed by the massive influx of people fleeing war: electricity cuts are constant, running water scarce and the meagre public services badly overstretched. The centuries-old city has
New report highlights positive impact of rewilding project on people and nature
A new report from researchers at the University of Derby has highlighted the positive impact that a city park's urban rewilding project is having on both people and nature.
How are humans changing the Arctic Ocean?
As part of the EU project ECOTIP, an international team of researchers, including the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, has analyzed the sea off Greenland more comprehensively than ever before. The key question: How is the area developing in the face of climate change and environmental
Vietnam amends law to ban exports of raw rare earth minerals
Vietnam has reserves of 3.5 million tonnes of rare earth minerals, ranking it sixth globally.
Hassett says Fed has 'been way behind' on cutting interest rates
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett on Wednesday said the Federal Reserve has "been way behind" on cutting interest rates before its narrow vote later in the day. "Well I think the futures markets expect that the Fed is going to cut rates, a kind of small amount of
Deadly November Asian storms ‘supercharged’ by climate change, researchers say
Tropical Cyclone Senyar devastated large parts of South-east Asia after forming in the Malacca Strait, killing nearly 1,200.
Proposed Russia-China pipeline needs 'tremendous work,' CNPC researcher says
BEIJING, Dec 11 - A proposed pipeline to carry gas from Siberia in Russia to China requires \"tremendous work, jobs and negotiations,\" a senior Chinese researcher said on Thursday.
Hustle, muscle and grift: How the manosphere has grown into a money-making machine
The manosphere is big business today. Once a niche network lurking on the margins of the internet, this diverse community of male supremacist cultures has grown into a transnational profit-making enterprise.
Indonesia’s trade deal with US “still on” despite reported rift
Jakarta reportedly backtracked on several commitments, “reneging” on what the two countries had agreed.
UNESCO urges urgent protection of cultural heritage Preah Vihear Temple amid Cambodia-Thailand conflict
The temple has long been a flashpoint during periods of bilateral tension.
Fighting rages at Cambodia-Thailand border ahead of expected Trump call
US President Donald Trump said he expected to speak on Thursday with the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia to demand a halt to their renewed clashes.
From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between promises and reality
If you go to a pro sports event today, there's a good chance the stadium or arena will be powered at least in part by renewable energy. The team likely takes steps to reduce energy and waste. Some even claim to have net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, meaning any emissions they
Greene says she cut deal on NDAA for vote on anti-trans bill
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said she made a deal on Wednesday to change her "no" vote on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to allow her anti-transgender bill to be voted on next week. "I made a deal and changed my NO vote on the rule to a Yes in exchange for
Popular 90s Malaysian comedy troupe Senario to stage 30th anniversary concert in 2026
Senario members Azlee Jaafar, Abdul Wahid, Lan Pet Pet, Illya Buang, Saiful Apek and Yassin Yahya will stage a concert in Malaysia next year as part of the group's 30th anniversary.
‘Not normal’: Climate crisis supercharged deadly monsoon floods in Asia
Cyclones like those in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Malaysia that killed 1,750 are ‘alarming new reality’ The climate crisis supercharged the deadly storms that killed more than 1,750 people in Asia by making downpours more intense and flooding worse, scientists have reported.
How Trump’s Venezuela threats echo CIA-backed regime change in Latin America
The escalation targeting President Nicolás Maduro revives a Cold War playbook that had severe and lasting consequences for Latin American democracies and economies.
Top Roman Military Officers Loved Their Pet Monkeys
An animal cemetery at a once-bustling port adds to growing evidence that Romans collected and deeply cared for these primates The post Top Roman Military Officers Loved Their Pet Monkeys appeared first on Nautilus .
Big tech bets big on AI - but can India keep pace in the global race?
Experts have called India a hedge against AI - reflecting the absence of Indian companies in the global boom.
Media hype shapes rise and fall of the 'girlboss' entrepreneur narrative
The girlboss is a cultural phenomenon created—and then deconstructed—by media hype. A study titled "The Rise and Fall of the Girlboss: Gender, Social Expectations and Entrepreneurial Hype" reconstructs the rise and fall of women entrepreneurs in media narratives. It shows how
Climate change puts riverbed microbes under constant stress, study finds
From tiny streams to gigantic rivers like the Mississippi—microbes in sediments work tirelessly to maintain key biogeochemical cycles. However, as temperatures rise, they tend to operate frequently in stress mode. This is the conclusion of an international study led by the
Marriott, Hilton prices spike over 300% in World Cup host cities — with one hotel topping $3K a night: report
Hotel rates at 96 Marriott and Hilton hotels skyrocketed after FIFA unveiled the 104-match schedule Saturday.
Thailand and Cambodia keep fighting across contested border ahead of expected Trump calls
The renewed fighting is the most serious since a five-day exchange of heavy artillery in July.
What to know about $1M Trump Gold Card visa program
The new visa program promises U.S. residency in "record time."
Green group files suit to keep Trump's face off National Parks pass
The Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Wednesday to prevent President Trump's face from appearing on the "America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands" passes to be used in 2026. The Department of the
US bombers join Japanese jets in show of force after China-Russia drills, Tokyo says
It was a show of force after Chinese and Russian military drills in the skies and seas around Japan.
Venezuelan opposition leader makes first public appearance after months in hiding
Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado, who has been in hiding since January, speaks to the BBC in Oslo after her secretive journey.
How everyday repairs sustain autonomy in a Japanese squat
Everyday acts of care—tightening a loose hinge, patching up a wall, or simply moving a crate—may seem mundane. But a new study from Ritsumeikan University shows that these small repairs are key to sustaining autonomy and an inclusive social life in a squatted space in Japan.
The people building sustainability—without a clearly defined role
As sustainability demands grow, sustainability professionals—along with many other groups—are increasingly expected to help drive the transition within the construction sector. Yet their roles are often both unclear and constantly shifting, making it difficult to know what
Japan, NATO share 'grave concern' over China, Russia flights: Tokyo
Two Russian Tu-95 nuclear-capable bombers flew from the Sea of Japan to rendezvous with two Chinese H-6 bombers in the East China Sea, then conducted a joint flight around the country, Tokyo said.
Almost 200k could die in major tsunami after ‘maximum-class’ quake: Japan authorities
Experts believe that a maximum-class earthquake and tsunami is imminent.
US nuclear-capable bombers fly with Japanese jets after China–Russia drills, Tokyo says
TOKYO, Dec 11 - U.S. nuclear-capable bombers flew over the Sea of Japan with Japanese fighter jets, Tokyo said on Thursday, a show of force after Chinese and Russian military drills in the skies and seas around Japan and South Korea.
Newsom posts AI video of Trump in handcuffs
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Wednesday shared an AI-generated video depicting President Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller in handcuffs. The video shows the three sitting on a step outside, their hands behind their
Cracks in the Earth: Major gully erosion poses humanitarian crisis threats
Recent fieldwork by Griffith University researchers has highlighted an African country that is facing a rapidly escalating environmental crisis as severe gully erosion—locally termed "mega gullies"—advances across valuable agricultural landscapes.
US seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, Trump says
Venezuela condemns the operation as an act of "international piracy", vowing never to be an "oil colony".
Tesla, Proton lead Malaysia’s monthly high EV registrations as drivers rush to beat 2026 tax hike
Malaysia saw 5,417 EV registrations in November, a 200.1 per cent rise from the previous year.
Japan launches world’s first autonomous passenger ship
The ferry showed its ability to detect a ship ahead and reroute autonomously.
How building with Lego can help teens talk about life's big questions
If you're thinking about buying Christmas presents for children, chances are a Lego set isn't too far from your mind. The endless creativity that Lego bricks present means they can be used for far more than following instructions to build the model on the front of the box. They
Can smart greenhouses bring back food production in cities?
Sydney, like many other Australian cities, has a long history of urban farming. Market gardens, oyster fisheries and wineries on urban fringe once supplied fresh food to city markets.
Indigenous deaths in custody in Australia hit highest level since 1980
New figures show that 33 of the 113 deaths in custody between last July and this June were Indigenous
’28 Years Later III’ Going Forward at Sony; Alex Garland Writing and Cillian Murphy in Talks to Return
A third “28 Years Later” movie is moving forward at Sony. Sony Pictures has decided to proceed with the film following positive fan reactions to early screenings of the trilogy’s second installment, “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,” according to sources familiar with the
North Korea’s Kim visits Russian embassy to honour late ambassador
Other senior leaders had also visited the embassy, reports said.
Hegseth, Bradley and the Venezuela boat strikes: Who is legally responsible?
Amid intensifying scrutiny over U.S. military strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean, questions are emerging over who in the Trump administration’s chain of command is legally on the hook for what many see as war crimes. Administration officials have insisted it
Billie Eilish’s James Cameron-Directed Concert Film Gets First Trailer
Billie Eilish's latest collab is with James Cameron. Over the summer during one of her concerts in Manchester, Eilish told the audience that she was working on an exciting new project, and though she wasn't allowed to say too much about it at the time, the abundance of movie
Trump launches $1m 'gold card' immigration visas
The special visas will be awarded to those who can show they can make a "substantial benefit" to the US.
