[The Conversation Africa] Ivermectin was originally celebrated as a revolutionary treatment for parasitic disease in humans and animals. It has since evolved into a focal point of misinformation and heated debate.
[The Conversation Africa] Africa's militaries are built on imported power. Foreign countries such as China, Russia, the United States, Turkey and France dominate Africa's weapons market. Between them they supply everything from small arms to attack helicopters, unmanned systems
Unable to find jobs at home, some 2.5 million Nepalis – 7.5 per cent of the population – work abroad.
We know Aotearoa New Zealand is home to many geographically and biologically special features. Yet few of us know it also has its very own measure of "deep time." Known as the New Zealand Geological Timescale, it has just undergone its most comprehensive revision in 20 years.
A judge told the Justice Department in a Tuesday filing that it cannot search a Washington Post reporter’s seized devices. In the filing, U.S. Magistrate Judge William Porter said the U.S. government could not “open, access, review, or otherwise examine any of” Post reporter
Communications agency mulls over legal options against mobile app.
The musician who cut his political teeth when he became the mayor of the capital Kathmandu in 2022.
Neve Campbell recently told CBS Mornings that she “didn’t think I could live with myself” if she accepted the offer return for “Scream 6.” “When I made that decision, I just didn’t think I could live with myself walking on set,” Campbell said. “I just didn’t feel right. I just
Pennsylvania Democrats are projected to win two special elections for state House, keeping their majority intact, according to Decision Desk HQ. Democrats Ana Tiburcio and Jennifer Mazzocco won their Tuesday elections to represent Pennsylvania House Districts 22 in Lehigh
In an alternate timeline, Resident Evil could've become a lot more serious.
Along Egypt's Mediterranean coast, the oldest tram in Africa and the Middle East rumbles for a final few weeks before its removal -- the latest urban upheaval Alexandrians say is hollowing out their city's identity. Government plans to replace the colourful streetcars on one of
Newly installed Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will give the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address tonight. In January, Spanberger was sworn in as the first female governor of the commonwealth. She previously served in Congress for six years and
President Trump delivered the first State of the Union address of his second term Tuesday, claiming a "transformation" for the country, which comes as he faces low approval ratings and as Republicans are in danger of losing the House majority during the midterms. "I can say
Democrat Scott Harriman has defeated Republican Janet Beaudoin in Tuesday's special election to represent Maine's 94th state House district, according to Decision Desk HQ. Harriman, a Lewiston city councilor, won the special election for the Lewiston-based state House seat
Critics say proposal to fold department into a new ‘mega ministry’ will dilute accountability and put nature protections at risk New Zealand’s government is seeking to abolish its dedicated environment ministry to cut down on bureaucracy, a move critics say could dilute
A federal judge appointed by President Trump held the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in civil contempt for violating the court’s order when they transported a detainee to a Texas facility in January. In a Monday ruling, Minnesota District Court Judge Eric C. Tostrud
Markets are betting that the global M&A surge has not yet finished, as Wall Street recovered its appetite for large-scale financings.
When US and Iranian negotiators meet on Thursday in Geneva, Iran's top security chief Ali Larijani will be Tehran's key player behind the scenes. Adept at balancing ideological loyalty with pragmatic statecraft, Larijani will not attend the talks, but is central to Tehran's
Nearly 6.5 million people in Somalia are facing severe hunger as worsening drought, conflict and global aid cuts intensify the country's humanitarian crisis, the federal government and U.N. agencies said Tuesday.
Asha Sharma offered only vague responses when asked about what to expect from Xbox's next era
Paramount Skydance boss David Ellison will be in attendance at Donald Trump’s State of the Union address on Tuesday night. The news comes hours after his studio upped its bid for the entirety of Warner Bros. Discovery to $31 per share. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina
From the trifecta of prizes “Happy Birthday” earned during its Tribeca world premiere in 2025 to the multiple audience awards and other kudos it collected on the international festival circuit, plus, its selection as Egypt’s Oscar submission, the poignant drama is surely one of
The Brazilian film “Gugu’s World” starts quite literally true to its title by showing the audience its lead character’s room, full of everything he loves. Director Allan Deberton crams much story and characterization in those opening frames. From Gugu’s soccer trophies to his
Intensified attacks in the Kordofan region have led to mass casualties as peace remains elusive.
President Trump will deliver the first State of the Union address of his second term tonight, with the speech slated to begin around 9 p.m. EST. In addition to Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's Democratic response, Democrats have planned counterprogramming to protest the
Samuel L. Jackson’s long-gestating “Tulsa King” spinoff is finally moving forward — but with a new title and setting. Paramount+ announced Tuesday that “Frisco King” — formerly titled “NOLA King” — will start production next month in Ft. Worth, Texas. “Tulsa King” creator
From pushing coins to sweeping mines, developers are still trying to capture LocalThunk's magic.
The director, Polly Findlay (an acclaimed British stage director making her first feature), presents all of this in a stately and fastidious prestige-teleplay-of-the-week way. Adapting a 2017 novel by Bernard MacLaverty (the script is by MacLaverty and Nick Payne), she creates
Many pundits believe the slasher pic will make franchise history in besting the $44.4 million domestic launch of the last installment. Globally, the movie is eyeing a $60 million start.
Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 412,000 vehicles over a suspension problem that could increase the risk of a crash.
A snowplow-naming contest in Chicago has a politically charged winner that points to ongoing frustration with President Trump’s immigration agenda — more specifically, with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). According to Chicago’s Streets and Sanitation Department, the
Aleksey Maro knows far more than he cares to know about the urination habits of chimpanzees. But if you want to measure the alcohol intake of chimps in a Ugandan rain forest, where a breathalyzer is impractical, collecting urine for analysis is your only choice.
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump’s moves risk GOP’s working class support President Trump is heading into his State of the Union on Tuesday with dismal approval ratings that show a reversal
From 25 February, a new system will come into force which will affect many people, including British dual nationals.
Changes announced in the Budget mean domestic energy prices should fall sharply in April.
The drug rapamycin has been held up for its life-extending properties, but whether this treatment – or fasting – actually adds years to your life isn't guaranteed
Warner Bros says the latest proposal could convince it to abandon the deal it struck with Netflix.
Climate change is having a profound impact on the Arctic. We know that the region is warming significantly faster than the global average, resulting in the melting of sea ice and disrupted habitats.
President Donald Trump is set to deliver his 2026 State of the Union address Tuesday night at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET. The primetime speech will be delivered before a joint session of Congress, and will broadcast across every major news network such as ABC, PBS, CBS and Fox. The
Across TikTok, users are coming down with something called "Baby Boo Syndrome"
(TestMiles) - The Supreme Court just handed a major defeat to the Trump administration by striking down the sweeping reciprocal tariffs that have defined the car market for the last year. While this legal victory feels like a win for your wallet, the reality of what you will
The real reason for the company's softening position to the offer by Paramount Skydance appears to have little to do with money, On The Money has learned.
Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi and former president Luis Lacalle Pou attended an Air Force ceremony at Base Aérea No. 1 (Route 101, Canelones) for the presentation of the first A-29 Super Tucano aircraft entering service with the Uruguayan Air Force (FAU). Defence Minister
Sony Pictures CEO Tim Rothman said "yes" when Matt Belloni asked if Sony's Spider-Man Universe would be getting a fresh reboot
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security The Big Story Trump heads to State of the Union with world on Iran watch President Trump heads into his State of the Union address on Tuesday night on the heels of a major military
The End Is Nigh should not languish on your wishlist or backlog.
Google has apologized for publishing a news alert on the recent N-word outburst at the Bafta awards that outrageously included the slur.
Management of the Writers Guild of America West met with the staff union on Sunday night as the two sides aimed to resolve the week-old staff strike. But while there has been some movement on some issues, the staff union said that not enough progress has been made. “Management
Republican lawmakers are so deeply divided over how to fill the agenda for the rest of 2026 that they now believe it’s increasingly unlikely that they will be able to pass another budget reconciliation package to follow up on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. GOP lawmakers are