Is Russia proving better at protecting friends than fighting enemies in West Africa?
Russian forces were brought in to help defeat jihadists but they also defend the military leadership in Niger.
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Netflix's Gritty Horror Sleeper Hit Is Still One of the Decade's Best Zombie Movies
It's also a good reminder to keep a month’s worth of ramen on hand at all times
NYT: U.S. intelligence believes Iran wants to escalate war before Midterms
The documents reportedly say Iran has gained a better understanding of the leverage afforded by its control of the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to attack 'if anything goes bad,' saying Washington may bomb Pickaxe Mountain 'very soon'
18-year-old man in Japan arrested for allegedly killing baby with plastic bag
The teenager is believed to be the infant’s father.
Victor Miller, ‘Friday the 13th’ Screenwriter, Dies at 86
"He was almost always the smartest, funniest person in whatever room he was in. He inspired in me, and many others, a love of photography, music, and storytelling," his son, Ian, wrote on Instagram.
Bangladesh measles toll nears grim 1,000-child mark
At least 986 children have died since March, while suspected and confirmed cases have surged past 180,000.
Watchdog issues scathing report on Trump's former labor secretary
Former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer allegedly fostered a “toxic, intimidating and humiliating” workplace when she led the department, a scathing watchdog report released Thursday found. An investigation by the Labor Department’s Office of Inspector General said
Sydney sweats in spring hot spell, faces ‘extreme’ bushfire risk
Authorities have issued a ban on lighting fires.
Sydney sweats in spring hot spell, faces 'extreme' bushfire risk
SYDNEY, Sept 5 - Australia's most populous city Sydney baked in a burst of sweltering spring heat on Saturday, raising the risk of bushfires and prompting authorities to issue a ban on lighting fires.
Moscow’s long paranoia about UK support for Russia’s foes
Relations between London and Moscow reached another peak of tension in August over the UK’s support for Ukraine. The success of Ukraine’s long-range strikes against targets deep inside Russia, with the help of UK-made drones, and the UK’s commitment to supply blueprints to help
Opposition to accepting more foreign residents growing in Japan: Study
The rise was particularly notable among younger people.
At least two dead in blast at Bolivia military barracks
Authorities fear the death toll in Viacha will rise and warn people to stay away from the barracks due to a risk of further explosions.
Why you won’t be getting a flying car
Stripe Press was kind enough to send me several books it had published, and one of these was J. Storrs Hall’s “Where Is My Flying Car?”. I had been meaning to read this book for a while, especially after Tyler Cowen recommended it and Jason Crawford gave it a glowing review, so
‘A Long Winter’ Review: Andrew Haigh’s Moody Drama, Set on a Farm in the Rockies in the Early ’50s, Is a Sweeping Act of Cinematic Storytelling
Based on a novella by Colm Tóibín, it’s a movie austere enough to risk alienating its audience, yet if you get onto its wavelength you stay right there, inside the movie’s world.
Vietnam veterans suing over Trump's arch seek court block ahead of groundbreaking
The Vietnam War veterans suing over President Trump’s proposed triumphal arch are seeking an emergency court order to block the administration from pursuing its imminent plans to break ground in the Washington D.C. area. Veterans Michael Lemmon, Shaun Byrnes, Jon Gundersen —
Tate brothers charged with further trafficking and sex crimes in Romania
Andrew and Tristan Tate are currently in a Miami jail fighting extradition to the UK over separate charges and deny all the allegations.
Malaysian farmers feel the heat as vegetables and fruits wilt
They are expecting lower harvests and profits, and they have to water their fields more often.
How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US?
The US may be the bigger trading partner, but Canada shouldn't be counted out quite yet in the escalating trade fight.
Sydney set to hit 33C in warmest start to spring since mid-1800s, while snow forecast in southern NSW
A total fire ban is in place for greater Sydney with extreme fire danger exacerbated by hot and windy conditions Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Summer heat is due to arrive early across much of eastern Australia with potentially record early
Tibet or Xizang? Why Real Madrid’s condolences for mudslide victims hurt China’s feelings
Beijing wants the world to call Tibet “Xizang”. But it takes more than a name change at home.
Malaysia PM Anwar to consider calling general election on an earlier date
For now, the government is prioritising efforts to revive the economy and improve the people’s well-being.
No, we are not on the eve of World War III
Every few months, someone — a general, a think tank, a cable news panel — declares that the world is edging toward a third world war. It happened after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. It happens again whenever Chinese warships circle Taiwan, whenever Israel and Iran trade
‘Tender Loving Care’ Review: Mike Leigh’s Tale of Social Workers, Lonely Hearts and Dementia Should Have Been a Fuller Portrait
Leigh doesn’t make any wrong moves here; just about every scene in the movie plays. Yet "Tender Loving Care" builds (or maybe I should say recedes) to something more schematic than it is powerful.
Major fire breaks out near Penang clan jetties
Low water pressure at the scene hampered firefighting efforts.
Wildfires spread near Indonesia's new capital, prompting calls for action
The biggest of the fires in Nusantara was at a forest park at Bukit Suharto - or Suharto Hill - where around 300 hectares have burned.
Tetris suggests White House 'Build the Wall' game infringes copyright
The Tetris Company appeared to warn the White House Friday that its new online arcade based on President Trump's policies may constitute copyright infringement. The site, launched Thursday, features games emulating the style of arcade classics. One of these video games, "Build
Study reveals pupils most at risk of school suspension and what may help them
School suspensions are associated with a complex combination of socioeconomic disadvantage, special educational needs, peer relationships and students' experiences of school, according to new research from The University of Manchester.
Flock says its cameras make US safer - so why are they being sabotaged?
The AI-powered cameras have been vandalised across the US, as citizens object to the growing surveillance network.
Flight price rises due to 'foolish leaders' starting wars, Virgin's Branson says
Middle East tensions have choked the production and transportation of oil, causing a surge in the price of car and jet fuels.
Pokémon Go Fest 2026 Mega Finale habitat schedule and event guide
Here's everything you need to know about Pokémon Go's big "Mega Finale" event, featuring the return of Armored Mewtwo.
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Laura Cress has the highlights from Gamescom, the biggest gaming convention in the world.
Trump order directs officials to consider stripping protections for gray wolves
Interior department given three months to decide whether wolves can be removed from endangered species list Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday directing the interior department to consider de-listing gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act and to contemplate
Ryan Gosling’s Near-Perfect Sci-fi Movie Officially Becomes an HBO Max Streaming Hit
Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford’s acclaimed sci-fi sequel Blade Runner 2049 has found a new streaming home on HBO Max.
September's schedule of new games, events, and updates refuses to let 2026 go down in history as a slow year for new releases
Well, the honor truly belongs to fall in general, but let's take this one month at a time.
Indian state gives taxi and tuk-tuk drivers a year to learn local language
A new rule making it mandatory for drivers to learn Marathi or lose their licence had sparked protests.
Meet Topic, the Indie Studio Dominating the Festival Circuit With ‘The Debut,’ ‘Club Kid,’ ‘Wicker’
Movies developed and financed outside of the major studios and streamers have a massive hill to climb. It happens that Topic Studios, one such independent shop, has made it all the way up the Rockies — with some of the year’s buzziest films in tow. On the ground at this
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Announcer Jim Thornton Fired After Investigation Into Allegations
A representative for Sony Pictures Television said Thornton's employment has been "terminated"
Federal judge declines to halt firings of Stars and Stripes staffers
A federal judge on Friday declined to stop the Pentagon's termination of three Stars and Stripes staffers for alleged insubordination, ruling they were not likely to succeed in their claims that the firings violated the First Amendment. Judge Trevor McFadden issued the decision
Halloween Horror Nights Opens at Universal Studios Hollywood With ‘Sinners,’ ‘Stranger Things 5’ and a Blood-Soaked Nikki From ‘Obsession’
Halloween has officially arrived at Universal Studios Hollywood. Halloween Horror Nights opened Thursday at the theme park where screams of excitement turned to screams of fright. Guests rushed into the park to face this year’s collection of haunted houses, which included the
Jordan Firstman’s ‘Club Kid’ Hits Telluride, and Colleen Camp Could Be Its Secret Oscar Weapon
Jordan Firstman is hoping to join an exclusive club: the Oscars. And he might have someone on his team that can help him do it. “Club Kid,” Firstman’s directorial debut, arrived in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section and drew a six-minute standing ovation before A24 acquired it
Deadly floods of 2021—Researchers identify gaps in hazard mapping
The catastrophic flooding in July 2021 claimed the lives of more than 200 people in Germany and Belgium. The high death toll makes it clear that hazard mapping and risk communication must be improved urgently. Researchers at the University of Potsdam, the Helmholtz Centre for
Dolly Parton’s Sister Stella Speaks Out Against ‘AI and Endless Garbage’ Posted Online After Icon’s Death
Stella Parton urged people to "show more compassion and wisdom" moving forward
IDF launches new strikes in Lebanon, cites attempted Hezbollah drone attack
At least two people were reportedly killed in earlier Israeli strikes in Lebanon, and local authorities in northern Israel told residents to expect explosions and gunfire throughout the evening as part of 'routine' IDF activity
As Wardogs blows past 200k Steam concurrents, its developers are prepared for the day 'hype dies down'
"Doesn't make it a bad game, or even a problem."
Germany's far-right AfD bids for first taste of power in eastern vote
If it wins an outright majority in Saxony-Anhalt, it would be the first time a far-right party has held state-level power in Germany since World War Two.
