To end the wars in Ukraine and Iran, starve Russia's gas pumps
Sanctioning Russia’s gasoline imports could lead to peace in Ukraine — and Iran.
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Venice Film Festival backs auteurs: Herzog, Kore-eda, McDonagh and Moretti's return
The Venice Film Festival unveils the line-up for its 83rd edition: five Italian films in competition, Nanni Moretti returns, top directors and a galaxy of stars on the red carpet
Soil organic carbon increases crop yield but can't help with extreme drought
In cases of extreme drought, soil organic carbon does not improve crop yields, Colorado State University research has found. The finding contradicts the commonly held belief that soil organic carbon benefits yields most during drought.
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs linked to “low” but real risk of hair loss, study finds
People taking GLP-1 drugs have a low risk of hair loss, which is significantly higher than for those on other diabetes medications, a new study has found.
‘George Michael: The Faith Tour’ Concert Tour Film Acquired by Bleecker Street, Universal Pictures Content Group
The concert film “George Michael: The Faith Tour” has been acquired by Universal Pictures Content Group and Bleecker Street’s event cinema division Crosswalk. Universal Pictures Content Group will release the film internationally, and Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk will release
Myanmar leaders' return to ASEAN meetings 'still far off', bloc's envoy says
MANILA, July 23 - The participation of Myanmar leaders in top meetings of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is \"still far off\", the Philippines' foreign minister said on Thursday.
Africa: South Africa's Anti-Immigration Movement Raises the Stakes On Social Media
[ISS] Vigilante videos, AI-generated content and Mandela-linked framing are fuelling millions of mentions and xenophobic sentiment.
Venice Horizons Opener ‘The Girl With the Leica’ Boarded by Fandango Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Fandango Sales has boarded international sales on “The Girl With the Leica,” directed by Alina Marazzi, just announced by the Venice Film Festival as the opening film of its Horizons section. The film paints a portrait of pioneering photojournalist Gerda Taro, the German-Jewish
Paul: ‘We’re worse off than we were before’ Iran war
Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), who has voted repeatedly for resolutions to withdraw U.S. troops from the military conflict with Iran, told reporters Wednesday that the United States is “worse off” than it was before President Trump launched the war in late February. “I think the Iran
Africa: Africa's Food Insecurity Eases for First Time in a Decade. The Next Task is Making the Gains Harder to Reverse
[allAfrica] Across Africa last year, fewer people were uncertain about their ability to obtain adequate food or were forced to reduce the quality and quantity of what they ate. It was the first continent-wide improvement in food insecurity in a decade. The Hunger rate declined
Iranian Director Mohsen Gharaei’s ‘Falling House’ Boarded by Paradise City Sales Ahead of Venice Premiere
Paradise City Sales has boarded worldwide sales on Iranian filmmaker Mohsen Gharaei’s latest feature, “Falling House” which is set to world premiere in the Horizons section at the Venice Film Festival. “Falling House” marks his follow up to “Blockage,” a 2017 drama that
Avatar: Legends needs a fighting game crossover with James Cameron’s Avatar
Avatar: Legends already plays like Marvel vs. Capcom, so its only logical sequel would pit Aang and Korra against Jake Sully and the Na’vi.
Student research shows positive outcomes from summer research program
Physician-scientists hold a unique role in the medical field. They balance patient care with conducting research. Physician-scientists spend much of their time in laboratories performing experiments to drive innovation across a wide range of medical treatments. But their
Watch Orcas Play With (Read: Obliterate) Their Food
But why? The post Watch Orcas Play With (Read: Obliterate) Their Food appeared first on Nautilus .
The Strokes’ ‘Reality Awaits’: Reality Bites a Little Too Hard
The veteran band’s latest album is an at times thrilling, often inscrutable, sometimes straight-up bizarre addition to the band’s story
On the Ballot: Maine Democrats breathe sigh of relief despite steep obstacles ahead of Jackson
Democrats in Maine are breathing a sigh of relief after avoiding a divisive battle to replace Graham Platner as their Senate nominee, but the party’s biggest test lies ahead as it seeks to unseat five-term Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine). Former state Senate President Troy Jackson
Capitol agenda: House GOP budget faces Senate reality check
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has been frank about the rocky road the reconciliation effort faces and careful not to guarantee he’ll be successful.
America's image is falling behind that of China
The findings point to one of the most consequential shifts in global public opinion since Pew began tracking international attitudes.
‘The Dink’ Review: Pickleball Takes on Tennis in a Mild Underdog Sports Comedy
You don’t have to hit hard to win pickleball — that’s the chief lesson to be taken from “The Dink,” a sports comedy titled for the dainty signature shot of the fast-growing racket sport, and it’s one that Josh Greenbaum’s film takes to heart with its own softball comic style.
Latest Steam update makes it easier for your grandparents to give you games
Wishlists and gifting have both been improved with the latest Steam update, so non-Steam users can buy and gift games directly.
Africa: Let Accra's AU Health Summit Be Remembered for Action
[allAfrica] It is time for Africa to transition to sustainable health financing and turn commitments into action
Houthis say 2 Saudi oil tankers attacked in Red Sea
Houthi rebels in Yemen said Thursday they struck a pair of Saudi Arabian oil tankers in the Red Sea, the first known attack since the group announced a blockade of Saudi ships attempting to go through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait earlier this week. The Houthis said they hit the
Fact check: No evidence links Norway fire to alleged Israeli settlement import ban
A massive fire in Norway has destroyed more than 100 homes and forced hundreds of people to evacuate. As the blaze spread, posts on social media began linking it to claims that Oslo had banned imports of Israeli settlement products. The Cube investigates.
Africa: 'Africa Must Unite Against Emerging Security Threats'
[The Point] The Gambia has called for a stronger and more coordinated African security framework, with Interior Minister Abdoulie Sanyang warning that emerging threats facing the continent require collective action, intelligence cooperation and practical solutions beyond
Africa: Africa's Development Must Be Driven From Within, Says Gambia's Tax Chief
[The Point] "Africa's development cannot be outsourced. Sustainable development must ultimately be financed through domestic resources mobilised by strong and effective institutions," says Gambia Revenue Authority Commissioner General Yankuba Darboe, who set the tone for the
Africa: Africa's Blue Economy Generates Over $298 Billion Annually
[ANGOP] Luanda -- The African Union (AU)'s Director of Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Hersen Nyambe, stated on Wednesday (22,) in Luanda, that the continent's blue economy currently generates over 298 billion dollars in annual value, with projections pointing to USD
More than 20,000 evacuated after intense wildfire in France
Reception centres open to thousands of evacuees after blaze begins in pine forest 45km west of Bordeaux Europe live – latest updates More than 20,000 people, including thousands of tourists from campsites and other holiday accommodation, have been evacuated as a “particularly
Africa: Airtel Africa Reports 31 Percent Revenue Jump in Strong First-Quarter Results
[Nyasa Times] Airtel Africa Plc has recorded a strong start to its 2026/27 financial year, with revenue climbing 31% on the back of rising customer demand for data and mobile money services, the company has announced.
Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Lockheed Martin, Tesla, Alphabet & more
These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.
Conditions remain 'unchanged' for young people with disability, data reveal
The level of inequity experienced by young people with disability has remained largely unchanged since the turn of the century, according to new research led by Flinders University. Using data from the Household, Income and Labor Dynamics in Australia Survey (HILDA),
JWST captures rare glimpse of early black hole growing inside network of young galaxies
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have captured one of the clearest views yet of how an early supermassive black hole may grow within a network of young galaxies. The compact active galaxy, seen just a billion years after the Big Bang, lies beside a
