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US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears
By Steve Holland, Enas Alashray and Mubasher Bukhari WASHINGTON/CAIRO/ISLAMABAD, April 21 (Reuters) - The United States expressed confidence that peace talks with Iran would go ahead in Pakistan and a senior Iranian official said Tehran was considering joining, but significant
Pop-up shop helps families cope with rising costs
Customers receive tokens to claim up to 10 free items, from clothing to everyday home essentials.
Tim Cook names successor as he steps down as Apple CEO
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down from the job that he inherited from the late Steve Jobs, ending a 15-year tenure that saw the company’s market value soar by more than €3.3 trillion during an iPhone-fuelled era of prosperity.
EU presents first Action Plan under the Pact for the Mediterranean
The European Commission has outlined to representatives from EU member states and the Southern Mediterranean the first set of key initiatives, in the form of an Action Plan, to advance the implementation of the Pact for the Mediterranean. The Pact was developed through an
Gunman shoots several tourists at historic pyramids in Mexico
A man standing atop one of the historic Teotihuacan pyramids opened fire on tourists Monday, killing one Canadian and leaving at least 13 people, authorities said.
US Labour Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer leaves Trump administration after allegations of misconduct
Trump’s labour secretary becomes the third cabinet member to leave the administration in less than two months. Earlier in March, the US president fired Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem and soon after dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi.
Here's punk in your eye: Pussy Riot's provocative art manifesto hits Europe
The mission: struggle, protest, resistance. The means: provocation, performance, punk rock. The famous Russian group Pussy Riot is on a European tour with a performance based on Maria Alyokhina's books.
Cuba confirms meeting with US officials on island, wants energy blockade lifted
Cuba's government confirmed that it had recently met with U.S. officials on the island as tensions between the two sides remain high over the U.S. energy blockade of the Caribbean country.
Charity offers 'stigma-free' food poverty service
The Devon charity shop lets food bank users select items rather than be given pre-prepared parcels.
With tariffs stalled, Trump's China policy drifts
WASHINGTON, April 21 - When President Donald Trump returned to office in 2025, he vowed to use tariffs to reset relations with China, which he said was \"killing\" the United States with its trade policies.
Africa: AU, Austria Sign Landmark MOU to Boost Strategic Cooperation
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The African Union (AU) and Austria have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration on critical global and regional issues, including peace and security, economic development, good governance, and human rights.
Africa: West Africa's $150bn Digital Economy At Risk Over Cable Disruptions
[Daily Trust] The West African Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA) has warned that lack of cable resilience is putting the region's $150billion digital economy at serious risk.
Explainer-Who are the candidates running for UN secretary-general?
GENEVA, April 21 - The 10th United Nations secretary-general will be elected this year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027.
Social media fine print may restrict users’ right to sue, analysis shows
Terms and conditions documents are becoming harder to read and sometimes waive a user’s right to sue the platform in court, according to a new analysis.
'Price of red diesel is putting us in the red'
Lincolnshire grower says rising costs have forced her to reconsider her son's nursery fees.
‘Miracle tree’ removes 98% of microplastics from drinking water, outperforming chemical alternatives
Moringa is thought to have been used by Ancient Egyptians to sterilise water.
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Brushing teeth could cut hospital pneumonia risk, study finds
Regular oral hygiene could reduce hospital pneumonia risk by up to 60%, according to a new study.
Labour’s great green energy plan could be a legacy as vital as the NHS | Polly Toynbee
Ed Miliband has a rare chance to do for the climate what Nye Bevan did for health: create something future generations will be proud of It looks unlikely that Labour will emerge as the largest party at the next general election (though it’s by no means impossible). If just one
England wildlife watchdog ‘has stopped designating special sites for protection’
Exclusive: Report finds Natural England has created no new SSSIs, which protect areas from development, since 2023 The government’s wildlife watchdog for England is failing to save nature because it has stopped giving protection to rare wildlife and habitats, according to a new
These are the best airports in the world for dining – and four are in Europe
From Roman pizzerias at Fiumicino Airport to taxiway views in Munich, these airports take pre-flight food and drink up a notch.
Kazakhstan President Tokayev’s Antalya message and the rise of the 'The World Is Bigger Than Five' approach
Summarizing the speech delivered in Antalya by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev (pictured), it is observed that an emphasis aligned with the perspective of “The world is bigger than five” was made, writes Ahmet SAĞLAM (pictured, below). Held
Africa: UN Forum Puts Spotlight On Healthcare for Indigenous Peoples
[UN News] Ensuring Indigenous Peoples' access to healthcare, including during conflict, is the theme for a major meeting that opened at United Nations Headquarters in New York on Monday.
Buck Bumble, the Nintendo 64 shooter starring a cyborg bumblebee, is almost certainly getting a remake
All good things come to those who like forgotten mascots ripe for nostalgiabait.
In jab at Taiwan, China ramps up military support for Somalia
China recently pledged to expand military support to Somalia in its fight against al-Shabaab militants. Beijing has promised equipment, training and closer security cooperation with Mogadishu. This marks a shift from China’s traditionally cautious and small presence in the
Africa: New Plastic Film Covered in Thousands of Tiny Pillars Can Tear Apart Viruses On Contact
[The Conversation Africa] Think of how many surfaces you touch every day, from your kitchen bench to the hand rail on the bus or train, your work desk and your phone screen.
Africa: Dakar Hosts 10th Peace Forum Amid Rising Tensions Across Africa
[RFI] The Senegalese capital Dakar is hosting the 10th International Forum on Peace and Security in Africa on Monday and Tuesday - an anniversary edition taking place against a backdrop of major geopolitical shifts across the continent and competition over the continent's
Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’: First Reactions
The Antoine Fuqua-directed movie about the King of Pop hits theaters on April 22.
‘Major’ Indonesian natural gas find announced
The new find would reportedly “unlock significant new volumes for domestic and international markets”.
‘New cards on the battlefield’: U.S., Iran ratchet up rhetoric with peace talks in limbo
American negotiators may be outmatched at the negotiating table by Iran's experienced diplomatic delegation, says analyst, ahead of potential high-stakes meeting.
Iran war is turbocharging China’s Africa pivot
The global geoeconomic volatility wrought by the second Donald Trump US presidency and hostilities in the Middle East make the shift in China’s Africa strategy even more important for China and for Africa. China’s Africa strategy started to shift in 2019, towards investment. It
Jon Stewart Jokes That Donald Trump Is on Psychedelics After ‘Weird as S—‘ Bill Signing: ‘Have You Ever Really Looked at Your Signature, on Weed?’
On Monday night’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart poked fun at President Donald Trump for some unusual behavior during a bill signing. Stewart opened the show by explaining that Trump “did a solid” by signing a bill that fast-tracks the “FDA process for novel
China’s drone-laid mines aim to trap US in a Taiwan war
China’s minelaying drones point to a new way of enforcing a Taiwan blockade, using stealthy, autonomous systems to disrupt maritime access and deny entry to contested waters. The South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported this month that China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA)
95% success rate: This new trick lures termites straight to their death
Scientists at UC Riverside have found a clever new way to outsmart termites—by turning their own instincts against them. Using a natural pine scent called pinene, which smells like food to termites, researchers can lure the pests straight toward a targeted dose of insecticide
Tourists trickle back to Kashmir, one year after deadly attack
Travel operators say bookings are still far down from usual.
South Korea's Lee says claim that minister leaked classified intel is 'absurd'
SEOUL, April 21 - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has rejected as \"absurd\" claims that his minister overseeing relations with North Korea revealed classified information provided by the U.S. on Pyongyang's nuclear facilities.
Japan to ban use of portable chargers on flights from April 24
Travellers will be permited to bring only two regular chargers on board.
Hello Kitty creator Sanrio launches gaming brand to tap fast-growing global market
Some 10 titles will be released over the next three years.
Judy Greer Says Matthew McConaughey Covered Her Valet Bill Because She Was “So Broke” Before Filming ‘Wedding Planner’
The actress starred in the 2001 rom-com alongside McConaughey and Jennifer Lopez.
South Korea’s escaped wolf becomes local sensation, inspiring merch and zoo vlog
The city is reportedly considering developing a wolf character as its mascot.
Australian gasoline prices fall for third straight week on government interventions
Australia's stockpiles of refined fuel is among the lowest in the developed world.
These California bees are beating a killer that’s wiping out colonies
A unique hybrid honeybee thriving in Southern California may hold a powerful clue to saving struggling bee populations. While U.S. beekeepers are losing massive numbers of colonies—largely due to destructive Varroa mites—a locally adapted mix of feral and diverse bee lineages
Petit Planet is exactly the Animal Crossing clone it looked like, but after 15 hours of it I'm shocked by how many new ideas it has too
HoYoverse reaches for the stars with a cozy life sim that's more ambitious than it first appears.
South Korean President Lee denies US intel leak on North Korea’s nuclear site
Mr Lee said the facility's existence had been widely known through academic papers and media reports.
South Korea police seek detention warrant for BTS agency founder Bang
Chairman Bang Si-hyuk is suspected of violating capital market laws.
Iran is sending mixed signals as Trump threatens war to advance cease-fire talks
If no breakthrough is reached in negotiations, the cease-fire is expected to expire on Tuesday night – and Trump has already warned of the consequences of renewed fighting. Meanwhile, reports are surfacing of a growing internal rift in Tehran between the Revolutionary Guard and
Dorohedoro season 2 is finally here and somehow wilder than ever
The cult anime Dorohedoro returns with a new season, delivering more chaos and grotesque characters hiding a surprising amount of humanity.