Mexican cartel clashes spark security concerns ahead of FIFA World Cup
The violence erupted just under four months before Mexico City hosts the opening match of the World Cup between Mexico and South Africa.
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Time is the wildcard
There are two feet of snow blocking your car from the road. This is a problem. Except it’s not a problem if you don’t need to leave the house for a few days—the snow will melt on its own. And it’s not a problem if you had decided to move to the island of Saba […]
Factbox-Trump says he has solved many wars. Has he?
By Trevor Hunnicutt WASHINGTON, Feb 24 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump says he should get the Nobel Peace Prize after wading into eight conflicts since taking office last January. But the issues that caused many remain unresolved and conflict has flared again in some of
Exclusive-Iran nears deal to buy supersonic anti-ship missiles from China
By Gavin Finch , Parisa Hafezi and John Irish LONDON, Feb 24 (Reuters) - Iran is close to a deal with China to purchase anti‑ship cruise missiles, according to six people with knowledge of the negotiations, just as the United States deploys a vast naval force near the Iranian
How to Carve Hieroglyphs Just Like the Ancient Egyptians Did
In ancient Egypt, writing hieroglyphs was a highly specialized skill, one commanded by only a small fraction of the population. The fact that there were more than 1,000 characters to memorize probably had something to do with that, but the variety of surfaces on which
Satellite imagery shows rapid increase of U.S. military planes near Iran
The buildup of more than 150 planes comes after nuclear talks between the two nations concluded last week without a deal.
Fast-paced lives demand faster vision: Ecology shapes how 'quickly' animals see time
Animals don't just see the world differently from one another, they experience time itself at dramatically different speeds. That is according to a new study that considered 237 species across the animal kingdom, and which revealed that how fast an animal lives and moves
Global warming and heat stress risk close in on the Tour de France
The progressive rise in temperatures poses a growing threat to the staging of summer sporting events in Europe and, more specifically, to the Tour de France, due to the increasing risk of heat stress for athletes. This is one of the conclusions of a study published in
How bacteria can reclaim lost energy, nutrients and clean water from wastewater
Wastewater contains untapped resources that, if reclaimed, could power agriculture, global sanitation, and its own treatment to help us meet UN SDG goals, according to a review published in Frontiers in Science.
New technology reveals hidden DNA scaffolding built before life 'switches on'
For decades, scientists viewed the genome of a newly fertilized egg as a structural "blank slate"—a disordered tangle of DNA waiting for the embryo to wake up and start reading its own genetic instructions. In research published in Nature Genetics, Professor Juanma Vaquerizas
Beta Film Sells Channel 4’s Most-Watched Series ‘Patience’ in 100 Territories
Beta Film has secured a wave of international sales for the British hit series “Patience,” bringing the Channel 4 show to 100 territories around the world. “Patience” travels to AMC Networks for Latin America, ABC for Australia, and across Africa to BBC Brit. In Europe, RAI
Can ASEAN’s 50-year-old foundational peace treaty hold in a more uncertain world?
The Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia has been seen for much of its history as a cornerstone of the region’s relative stability.
Netflix, Prime Video and Other Streamers in U.K. Will Be Subject to ‘Enhanced Regulation’ and Ofcom Investigations Following New Legislation
Streaming platforms in the U.K. are set to come under “enhanced regulation” from media regulator Ofcom, which already oversees television and radio broadcasting in the country. The rules will give Ofcom the power to accept viewer complaints and investigate streaming platforms.
Iran nears deal to buy supersonic anti-ship missiles from China
LONDON, Feb 24 - Iran is close to a deal with China to purchase anti‑ship cruise missiles, according to six people with knowledge of the negotiations, just as the United States deploys a vast naval force near the Iranian coast ahead of possible strikes on the Islamic Republic.
Thai army says exchanged fire with Cambodia at border
Thailand accused its neighbour of violating a December truce.
‘Disgusting’: The dark romance novel causing controversy in France
An online petition has been launched in France to ban the sale of a dark romance novel that many readers have accused of trivialising the sexual abuse of minors.
Kenyans trapped in Cambodia by trafficking scheme seek government help to return home
NAIROBI, Feb 24 - More than 600 Kenyans who were lured to Cambodia by the promise of jobs but say they ended up being kept against their will in a trafficking scheme are seeking court orders to compel the Kenyan government to bring them home.
Robert Carradine, Lizzie Maguire and Revenge of the Nerds star, dies aged 71
His family says the actor took his own life after living with bipolar disorder for nearly two decades.
Four years on, Zelenskyy says Putin ‘did not win this war’
On the four-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian president said the country has preserved its statehood as allies vow unwavering support and peace on Kyiv's terms.
€90 billion loan 'must be implemented', Zelenskyy tells MEPs amid Hungary veto
Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa and a host of leaders from across the EU are in Kyiv on Tuesday to show their support. France's Emmanuel Macron and Britain's Keir Starmer will meanwhile host a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing.
Between an aggressive Russia and an unpredictable US, how safe do Europeans think their country is?
In an increasingly volatile world, citizens across the EU differ on how much they believe Brussels should be spending on its own defence and security.
Open for Business | UK – Europe Trade Reset
A new phase in the UK’s economic relationship with Europe is taking shape – defined by practical partnership and a clear focus on long-term economic opportunity. For European companies, the message from the UK is increasingly clear: Britain is open for business.
Gunmen kill five police officers in north-west Pakistan near Afghan border
Pakistan has seen rising tension with neighbouring Afghanistan in recent weeks.
Malaysia minister calls for royal probe into anti-graft body’s ‘corporate mafia’ claims
DAP minister breaks ranks, says MACC must be cleared of all suspicion, not just shareholding.
Gunmen kill five police in northwest Pakistan near Afghan border, police say
DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Pakistan, Feb 24 - Gunmen ambushed a police vehicle and killed five officials in northwest Pakistan on Tuesday, police said, as the South Asian nation struggles to quell a rising wave of militant attacks and faces renewed border tensions with neighbouring
Banijay Rights Boards BBC Docuseries ‘The Clickbait Clinic With Stacey Dooley’ (EXCLUSIVE)
As the London TV Screenings kick into high gear, Banijay Rights is set to bring to market upcoming BBC title “The Clickbait Clinic with Stacey Dooley,” a new six-part docuseries separating truth behind some of the most hyped health claims on social media. The series was
How to Make Coffee in the Bialetti Moka Pot: The “Ultimate Techique”
In Italy, roughly 70% of households have a Bialetti Moka Pot. And chances are you have one too. But are you using it the right way? Probably not, says James Hoffmann, the author of The World Atlas of Coffee. Above, he sets the record straight, demonstrating the best technique