Gut microbiome may predict Parkinson’s risk years before symptoms, study finds
Scientists have found that distinctive patterns in gut bacteria can identify people at risk of developing Parkinson’s disease years before symptoms appear.
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China flexes energy leverage as the Philippines, US start annual war games
By Joe Cash BEIJING, April 21 (Reuters) - China on Tuesday implied energy assistance for the Philippines could be tied to Manila holding military drills with the U.S. and other allies, as its top newspaper showed Beijing's readiness to leverage its reserves in diplomatic
Dance Your Way to the Museum
The benefits of rave culture, Genesis P-Orridge's subversive mail art, Jean Shin’s memorial to the trees of a New York cemetery, and more.
The Wayfinders
The Marshall Islands’ first national soccer team discovers what “home” can mean—on a field in Arkansas.
Karlovy Vary Fest to Celebrate 60th Edition, 80th Anniversary With Powell-Pressburger, Loach Classics
A redesigned area around the entrance to the Hotel Thermal’s Grand Hall, an exhibition, a sneak preview in Mariánské Lázně and photos commemorating late statesman Václav Havel also await audiences.
EU Court rules Orbán’s anti LGTBQ+ law breaches core values, calls on Budapest to cancel it
The European Court of Justice rules that Hungary's 2021 Child Protection Law unlawfully discriminates against LGTBQ+ community; the first time a member state has been found in violation of EU fundamental values charter.
Japan to carry out study on remote Pacific island for a fourth nuclear waste site
The island is set to be the fourth such site in Japan.
South Africa's police boss charged in connection with controversial health contract
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.
Malaysia says it’s studying new migrant worker hiring system
Such an approach would enable direct recruitment of workers, with recruitment costs borne entirely by employers.
What is happening to gas and electricity prices?
Typical household bills fell by 7% when the new energy cap took effect on 1 April 2026.
Japan’s Takaichi chooses guns over butter — at her peril
TOKYO – One reason many economists were disappointed with Sanae Takaichi’s selection as Japanese prime minister last October was concern that economic policy isn’t really her thing. Sure, the long-time Liberal Democratic Party lawmaker assumed the position of a reformer. She
Gabriel Byrne and Geraldine James to Star in World Stage Premiere of ’45 Years’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Gabriel Byrne and Geraldine James will lead the world stage premiere of “45 Years,” Hannah Patterson’s theatrical adaptation of Andrew Haigh’s 2015 film, directed by Prasanna Puwanarajah, at the Minerva Theatre, Chichester, U.K., from June 12 to July 11. The story centres on a
China’s foreign minister to tour South-east Asia this week
China hopes the visits to the three South-east Asian nations will deepen ties to the region.
The Onion launches new effort to turn Infowars into parody website
The new proposal would involve the publication licensing Alex Jones's company, which faces liquidation.
China's top diplomat Wang Yi to tour Southeast Asia this week
China has been keen to present itself to its allies as a more stable alternative to US President Donald Trump's punitive tariffs and mercurial policies.
Sam Neill says New Zealand goldmine supporters have threatened him with violence
Actor says his opposition to South Island development near his farm has led to personal abuse The actor Sam Neill says he has received threats of violence from supporters of a controversial goldmine that could be opened several kilometres away from his farm in New Zealand’s
Taiwan says India migrant worker deal depends on industry demand
Political and public outcry over the plan appears to have put the government on the back foot.