Striped socks keep FamilyMart a step ahead in Japan’s convenience store wars
The 390 yen (S$3) socks have become one of Japan’s best-known products at convenience stores.
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Bollywood bolsters security as underworld fears return
Threats targeting Mumbai’s stars have sent the industry scrambling for bodyguards.
‘SVU’ Star Mariska Hargitay Breaks Down Benson and Stabler’s Complicated Reunion and Her Final Choice: ‘There Are So Many Feelings’
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers from the 600th episode of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” To say that Olivia Benson and Elliot Stabler have a complicated relationship would be an understatement. During the Nov. 12 600th episode of “Law & Order: Special
The moon is not the Wild West: Experts call for a pause on lunar industrialization
As the major powers and the private companies go full tilt with their plans to develop infrastructure and extract resources on the moon, the questions around environmental protection, international regulation and who benefits all come into play. Vilnius University Institute of
‘The Body’ Creator on the Dance Team’s Sexuality, What Happened to Grace and Whether God Is Real
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “The Body,” now streaming on Netflix. If you’re looking for clear answers about whether or not God is real in the world of “The Body” — Netflix’s spooky new drama series about mass hysteria originating from a Catholic school dance
Takaichi to attend APEC in first China trip as Japan PM
The trip comes at a time of particularly fraught relations between the rival nations.
Latin Grammys 2026 Winners: The Complete List
Rosalía, Karol G, and CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso kicked off the night with multiple wins
North Korean hackers used fake video calls in $400m crypto hack, says FBI
More than 900 victims are thought to have fallen prey to the FaceStealer scheme in the last 18 months.
44 Years Later, Star Trek’s Best Quote About Grief Is Still a Near-Perfect Sci-Fi Moment
Star Trek has some of the best moments in science fiction. And its best quote about grief is part of that.
Van Hollen says he will challenge Schumer for majority leader
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) said he would challenge Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) for the role of majority leader on Thursday, setting up a showdown in the upper chamber as Democrats prepare to retake the majority. In a post to the social platform X, Van
Trusted online information may help networking skills translate into startup ambitions, survey suggests
A study of almost 200 undergraduate and postgraduate students in South Korea suggests that the skills of aspiring entrepreneurs are more likely to translate into plans to start a business when supported by trustworthy digital networks and useful online resources. Details of the
Daddy Yankee’s Latin Grammys Medley Was a Supershow — And Possibly a Coachella Preview
The Latin music icon was joined by L Cool J, French Montana, Diljit Dosanjh, Feid, Bizarrap, Bad Gyal and more
Tim Kaine to chair Senate Budget Committee next year
The Virginia Democrat has served on the panel for almost 14 years.
'Inside Gaza': Reporting a war when it hits home
How do journalists report on a war when they
Without this protein, damaged muscle fills with fat and scar tissue
Researchers have uncovered a surprising hidden function of a protein that may hold the key to repairing damaged muscles and treating muscular dystrophy. Known for protecting chromosomes, TRF2 also helps muscle stem cells maintain their identity and regenerate injured tissue.
Wall Street is thriving, Main Street isn’t – and Asia should worry
NEW YORK – Wall Street has never had it so good. America’s workers tell a different story. Corporate profits, asset values and productivity have risen strongly over recent decades, yet most workers feel they capture only a small share of the gains. That gap is often framed as a
Karol G Embraces Mariachi Soul for Passionate Latin Grammys Performance
The Colombian superstar sang"Ese Hombre Es Malo," which is up for Best Regional Song this year
Vision and interferometry improve calibration of large monolithic mirrors
In a new study published in Measurement, researchers from the Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics and Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a calibration method that combines machine vision with interferometry. This method separates a mirror's
Filipino fishermen urge Manila to defend territorial waters – their fishing grounds
Philippines will look to finalize South China Sea code of conduct during ASEAN meetings in Manila next week.
From fried chicken and beer to scandal: Jensen Huang’s star loses lustre in South Korea
Revelations about his infidelity have left some South Korean admirers disappointed.
Small islands aim to use remittances to fund climate resilience
ANTALYA, Nov 13 - A group of small island states aims to create a fund backed by a charge on money that islanders receive from abroad to eventually raise around $3 billion a year for projects to make their nations less vulnerable to climate change.
Chris Van Hollen says he will run for Senate majority leader
The announcement is a setback for longtime Democratic leader Chuck Schumer, who remains favored to win.
Zelensky welcomes US bringing Europe into Russia-Ukraine peace talks
The Ukrainian president says it makes sense for European leaders to be involved as Ukraine hopes to eventually join the EU.
How populist leaders dismantle intelligence agencies from within: New study reveals the 'intelligence cyclone'
A new joint study from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem reveals how populist leaderships systematically undermine, discredit and ultimately capture intelligence agencies, transforming vital national security bodies into political
When MAGA comes between families
‘Therapist explains why MAGA is more than a political ideology’
Japan warns arms suppliers of deep order cuts as budget squeeze hits military build-up, sources say
Fiscal constraints threaten to scale back a military build-up needed to counter China, sources said.
Anitta Shows Off Brazilian Roots and Powerhouse Moves at Latin Grammys
The Brazilian pop star is up for Album of the Year at this year's ceremony
How the Jensen Huang affair changes the outlook for U.S.-China relations
The political climate heading into next week's Trump-Xi summit is drastically different from the last meeting in September.
Sting Is Officially a Latin Grammy Winner
The rocker won Best Pop/Rock Song for his work on Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso's latest album
Laika’s ‘Wildwood’ Passes $60 Million Worldwide (EXCLUSIVE)
Laika’s stop-motion movie “Wildwood” has topped $60 million worldwide. After a sluggish start, the fantasy epic directed by Travis Knight has now amassed a box office of $41.86 million in the U.S. and Canada and $19.06 million across 49 international territories. The milestone
Why Quentin Tarantino Initially Fired Mélanie Laurent and Isabelle Huppert From ‘Inglourious Basterds’
"If it’s not right, it is not right. I don’t owe them sh**. I owe my film the best actors I can find. Period," the Oscar-winning filmmaker said in Jay Glennie’s new book.
Boebert blames policy, corruption, 'markets' for possible loss
Incumbent Rep. Lauren Boebert (R) blamed her potential loss in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District on policy, corruption and “markets” Thursday as her race remains too close to call more than a week out from Election Day. “Yes, there are so many different variables, and I'm
A breakthrough in magnetism could make AI chips use dramatically less energy
Researchers at Brown University have overcome a major obstacle to creating ultra-low-power computer chips that could help slash the energy demands of AI. Their breakthrough eliminates a long-standing "dead layer" problem that causes promising materials to stop working when made
Climate change has different consequences for the health of women and men
The health risks men and women are exposed to and the illnesses they develop vary widely across lifetimes and places. Yet climate policy and health services often overlook these differences.
Microsoft struggling to restore service as global outage affects Outlook and Teams
Microsoft said the outage was caused by servers unexpected becoming unavailable, straining other systems.
Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters Files for Divorce From Fourth Wife Kamilah Chavis After 5 Years of Marriage
The case is listed as "contested," meaning one or more terms of the divorce remains unresolved
Watch Rosalía Bring Operatic Flair to Latin Grammys Performance
The Spanish star is one of the most nominated artists of the night, with nods for Album of the Year, Song of the Year, and more
'My window faces a brick wall': What's your rent in NYC?
We ask people in New York City how much they pay for their homes.
Black rhinos are mostly loners, but not always: Why this matters for saving the species
Black rhinos are notoriously aggressive, not just to humans but also to their fellow black rhinos. Aggression is so prevalent that injuries sustained after fighting with another black rhino are a common cause of death. Because of this aggression and their solitary nature, black
Trump on Colom's Mississippi Senate win: 'I give him a lot of credit'
President Trump reacted Thursday to Sen.-elect Scott Colom’s (D) upset victory in the Mississippi Senate race, giving credit to the Democrat for his efforts to win over Republican voters. “I don’t know the gentleman, but I give him credit,” Trump told sports commentator Stephen
Kanye West Sued by Musician Who Says He Was Locked in Wyoming High School to Write Opera
Chase Taylor is suing the artist now known as Ye for “multiple unfair and deceptive trade practices"
‘The Witcher’ Star Freya Allan to Lead Joachim Rønning’s Horror Movie ‘System’ (EXCLUSIVE)
“The Witcher” and “Planet of the Apes” star Freya Allan is set to star in “System,” the upcoming horror film from Norwegian director Joachim Rønning. Plot details remain under wraps, but production is currently underway on location in the old, abandoned underground stations and
Australian footballers will not be charged after hotel incident, police say
Four Sydney Swans players had been under investigation after an alleged sexual assault after a game in Melbourne.
Mike Myers Says He “Might” Be in ‘Shrek’ Spinoff ‘Donkey,’ Calls Film “Long Overdue”
The veteran actor also confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that a fourth 'Austin Powers' movie is in the works: "I'm writing it right now; I'm having a great time."
Early signs of stock market instability may appear in how traders place orders
The influence of financial markets cannot be overstated, and this influence highlights the need for thorough market analysis. However, being thorough can be difficult when markets are highly complex and ever-changing, prompting the search for a suitable approach to analysis.
Days After Winning Congressional Race, Bobby Pulido Lands Third Latin Grammy
The singer was awarded Best Tejano Album for Bobby Pulido & Friends: Una Tuya y Una Mía (Vol. 2/En Vivo)
Documentaries at the Oscars: A History of Breaking Out of Their Category — and What It Means for ‘You Can See Everything’
A documentary is a film, too. But at the Oscars, it still hasn’t been fully embraced as one. One of the breakout hits of the awards season is A24’s insanely entertaining “You Can See Everything” from directors Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, which had a surprise world
Donald Trump really wants Tim Cook to run Nvidia
Jensen Huang resigned this morning as Nvidia's CEO following reports of affairs, including one with an alleged Chinese spy. Right now, the company is being led by its CFO on an interim basis. But President Donald Trump is already throwing around one person he thinks should take
Tyrese Gibson to Star in Sports Drama ‘Under the Boards’ From ‘Home Alone’ Producer Scott Rosenfelt (Exclusive)
The feature is set to begin production next year and takes inspiration from the real-life championship run for Atlantic City High School's basketball team.