Octavia Butler's suppressed 'Star Trek novel' is finally returning to print
Kindred author Octavia Butler kept Survivor out of print for 45 years. It's finally being republished. Here's why it's worth reading.
Headlines
- All
- Africa
- Asia
- Business
- Culture
- Environment
- Europe
- Gaming
- Markets
- Middle East
- Movies & TV
- Music
- Politics
- Science
- South America
- Tech
- World News
Swedish official charged with having secret documents that could have threatened national security
The diplomat, who was arrested in May 2025, had also been suspected of transmitting classified documents to a former politician from the central Swedish town of Gävle.
Pentagon chief Hegseth says US blockade on Iran 'going global'
WASHINGTON, April 24 (Reuters) - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Friday that the U.S. blockade on Iran is going global, adding Tehran had a chance to make a "good deal" with Washington. "Our blockade is growing and going global," Hegseth told reporters. "No one sails
Navid Baraty’s Atmospheric Photos Explore Contrasting Scales of Time
The contrasts and tensions of contemporary urban life and timeless landscapes merge in otherworldly images. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Navid
Africa: Two-Thirds of Global Hunger Concentrated in 10 Conflict-Hit Countries
[UN News] A growing share of global hunger is becoming entrenched in a small group of conflict-hit countries, with two-thirds of people facing acute food insecurity concentrated in just 10 nations, a major international report backed by UN agencies warns.
Africa: Spat With Trump Distracts From Pope Leo's Africa Tour
[ISS] The Pope used his Africa debut to address broader global issues - but left many local questions unanswered.
London's Jewish community on edge amid attacks
Despite heightened security measures, Jewish residents in northwest London remain on "high alert" after a spate of arson attacks on synagogues and community sites in recent weeks. So far there have been no casualties. But since the first antisemitic attack in late March -- when
Thai-British Actor Becky Armstrong Signs With CAA (EXCLUSIVE)
Becky Armstrong, the Thai-British actor leading Netflix’s “Girl From Nowhere: The Reset,” has signed with CAA for representation. Born in Bangkok to a Thai mother and British father, Armstrong made her screen debut in 2020 with a supporting role in “TharnType 2: 7 Years of
Indonesian peacekeeper dies of wounds suffered in Lebanon last month, UNIFIL says
His death brings the number of peacekeepers killed since the start of the most recent war between Israel and Hezbollah on 2 March to six.
Podcast | A vote on trade ties with Israel: Why is the EU so divided?
The rejection by some EU member countries of a renewed proposal to suspend the EU-Israeli trade pact once again exposed persistent divisions within the EU27 over the Middle East. Why is the bloc so split on this issue?
Capital One to pay $425 million settlement: Who qualifies, and how much could they get?
A Virginia Court has given final approval of a class action lawsuit settlement that alleged the banking company failed to raise interest rates on the 360 Savings account.
Chips today, fog tomorrow? Study links processed foods to waning focus
A study has linked ultra-processed foods to reduced focus, even among otherwise healthy eaters.
New York Democrats launch ad attacking Blakeman over Trump, health care
New York Democrats launched a new digital ad on Friday attacking GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman over his ties to President Trump and the issue of health care as the Nassau County executive vies for Gov. Kathy Hochul’s (D) seat this fall. “Bruce Blakeman won't
California Democrats seek frontrunner; Trump’s Iran standoff escalates: Join Friday's Whole Hog
Democrats are struggling to rally behind a single contender in California’s high‑stakes gubernatorial race. Meanwhile, how long will President Trump tolerate tensions with Iran before taking further action? Plus, are Republicans preparing for the possibility of a blue wave in
Can overclocking get 8 GB AMD and Nvidia graphics cards to the performance of their 16 GB versions? Yes, but I've got some bad news for you too
While the 8 GB RX 9060 XT and RTX 5060 Ti cards can often match their 16 GB brethren, VRAM limitations are still a barrier too tall for overclocking alone.
Zelenskiy arrives in Saudi Arabia seeking security cooperation
KYIV, April 24 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday arrived in Jeddah on his second visit to Saudi Arabia in a month, as Kyiv tries to bolster security cooperation and advertise its battle-tested technology in the Middle East amid the Iran war.
Russia says EU sanctions will have dire consequences amid global squeeze
MOSCOW, April 24 (Reuters) - Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Friday that restrictions on hydrocarbons in new EU sanctions against Russia would have dire consequences given the current global shortage of resources. The EU adopted its 20th package of
Main suspect in Syria's Tadamon massacre arrested, ministry says
By Feras Dalatey April 24 - Syria's Interior Ministry said on Friday it had arrested the main suspect in the 2013 Tadamon massacre, one of the worst acts of violence attributed to the former government of Bashar al-Assad, in which 288 civilians were killed. The ministry
Orbán-style vetoes undermine EU democracy, Kaja Kallas tells Euronews hoping for reset
“In this geopolitical world, we need to be credible — and for that we need to be united and able to take decisions,” High Representative Kaja Kallas told Euronews, as the bloc looks ahead to the post-Orbán era.
Jailed Palestinian leader Barghouti could head 'democratic renewal', son says
Jailed in Israel for the past 24 years, Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti remains a rallying figure for his people and could head a "democratic renewal", his son told AFP. Sometimes called the "Nelson Mandela of Palestine" by his supporters, Barghouti, 66, is Israel's most
No Other Choice, Park Chan-wook's latest banger, is finally streaming on Hulu
The filmmaker behind Decision to Leave and The Handmaiden takes on late-stage capitalism in the darkly hilarious No Other Choice
‘A New Icona Pop Era’: How the Swedish Hitmakers Started Over
Icona Pop reveal their stunning new album, Ritual , and talk about how motherhood, divorce, and heartbreak made their bond even stronger
Whole Hog Politics: Onward to the gerrymandering apocalypse
[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Join us today at 9 a.m. ET at TheHill.com as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon break down this week’s political news and answer questions from a live online audience.] SAN FRANCISCO — Californians are having a helluva time picking their next
The Problem with Psychedelic Research
A conversation with a psychedelics researcher about a fundamental flaw in how we test these mind-bending drugs The post The Problem with Psychedelic Research appeared first on Nautilus .
The Disappearance of the Public Bench
"Benches are microcosms of an expansive debate about who belongs in urban public spaces. When they are removed or made uninviting, we lose more than just a place to rest."
South Korea arrests man for spreading AI-generated image of escaped wolf
Neukgu’s escape prompted a local elementary school to close over safety concerns.
Democrats, not Trump, started the gerrymander fight
Democrats in charge of states like California, Illinois, New Jersey and New York will pay for imposing unpopular and arrogant policies on voters, with less representation in the House and ultimately fewer Electoral College votes.
‘We can’t have octopus all year round’: Why Greek chefs and WWF want people to eat invasive species
WWF's free guide to sustainable seafood now delves into a growing climate threat: invasive species.
Watch live: Hegseth, Caine brief on Iran war as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Dan Caine will speak with reporters Friday morning as tensions remain high over the conflict in Iran and the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The briefing also comes after President Trump announced on
77 percent blame Trump for gas prices: Survey
A majority of Americans believe President Trump is to blame for a surge in gas prices, as the conflict with Iran continues to strain the global economy, according to a new survey. The Reuters/Ipsos poll, released Friday, found that roughly 77 percent of registered U.S. voters
Xbox will reevaluate exclusivity and target daily active players under new leadership
In a message sent to Xbox employees around the world, Asha Sharma and Matt Booty have laid out their vision for Microsoft's video game business.
Kuwait reopens airspace for the first time since the outbreak of the Iran war
Flag carrier Kuwait Airways and low-cost airline Jazeera Airways will resume flights on Sunday 26 April.
Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer
The Israeli prime minister says he is "in excellent physical condition" after having a malignant tumour removed.
Poisoning suspected in deaths of 18 wolves in Italian national park
After the carcasses of 10 wolves were found last week, another eight have been found in recent days.
Live updates: Hegseth, Caine hold Pentagon briefing amid ceasefire
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Dan Caine will provide an update on the state of play in the Iran war on Friday morning, three days after President Trump indefinitely extended a ceasefire. The fight between the countries has turned into a
Russia says new EU sanctions will hurt developing countries
MOSCOW, April 24 - Russia said on Friday that new European Union sanctions on its oil and gas would hurt developing countries and the EU itself, and promised to retaliate.
Instagram has launched another Snapchat clone
Instagram is testing a new dedicated app that's focused around Snapchat-like photo sharing features. The app, called "Instants," was launched in Italy and Spain yesterday, Business Insider reports, and allows users to send each other disappearing photos that are available for
Mercosur: MEPs letter warns of concentration risk due to quota allocation system
A letter obtained by Euronews is circulating among MEPs sounding the alarm on the potential abuse of the EU-Mercosur trade deal quota allocation system by South American Big Agriculture.
Chinese EVs, flying cars take centre stage at world's biggest auto show
While traditional leading brands like Germany's BMW and Mercedes held sweeping areas in the exhibition centre, most of the space was dominated by Chinese brands, including BYD, Xiaomi and XPeng.
Does Zelenskyy have a stolen painting in his office?
Claims circulating online suggest Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is displaying a stolen piece of art in his office. But analysis of the footage and its origins shows the allegation is false and part of a coordinated disinformation campaign.
This indie developer is making Titanfall 3 because EA won't do it, and even in 'pre-pre-pre alpha' it's one of the most fun shooters in years
ShatterRush is aiming to fill the Titan-sized void in my heart.
Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US
LONDON, April 24 (Reuters) - The sovereignty of the Falkland Islands rests with Britain, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday after an internal Pentagon email suggested reviewing the U.S. position on the Falklands as punishment for Britain's stance on
Only five ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours
By Jonathan Saul LONDON, April 24 (Reuters) - Only five ships, including one Iranian oil products tanker, have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, Friday shipping data showed, after Iran seized two container ships this week and the U.S. continues to
Hezbollah MP: ceasefire 'meaningless' in light of Israeli attacks
BEIRUT, April 24 (Reuters) - Lebanon's Hezbollah said a U.S.-mediated ceasefire in the war with Israel was meaninglessa day after it was extended for three weeks, pointing tocontinued Israeli attacks in south Lebanon and saying the group had the right to respond. U.S. President
Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Intel, Advanced Micro Devices, Procter & Gamble & more
These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.
In south Lebanon's Tyre, man seeks family mementos after deadly Israeli raid
Clutching a battered photo album, Mohamad Ali Hijazi searched a mountain of rubble in south Lebanon's Tyre for mementoes of his family, killed in an Israeli strike minutes before a ceasefire took hold. "I'm trying to find my mother's hairbrush... and a bottle of perfume that
Trump's EPA has a plan to 'unmake' plastic waste
Advanced recycling offers something conventional recycling never could — a way to truly undo plastic.