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[ISS] Given its obligations in the region, South Africa is uniquely positioned to represent Africa's interests in Antarctic governance.
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Production halted at Chinese factory making 'childlike' sex dolls
The issue is in the spotlight after Shein announced a global ban on the sale of sex dolls with a childlike appearance.
Dakota Johnson, Jessica Alba, Ana de Armas, Nina Dobrev, Kirsten Dunst and More Added to Red Sea Conversation Lineup
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Film Festival has added a slew of big names to its “In Conversation” lineup, including Dakota Johnson, Jessica Alba and Ana de Armas. Other stars set to speak at the fest, which kicks off in Jeddah on Thursday, are Kirsten Dunst, Nina Dobrev, Queen
Quirino Awards Return to Tenerife With Record 273 Submissions, Unveil New Two-Pillar Structure (EXCLUSIVE)
The Ibero-American Animation Quirino Awards organization has set a new benchmark in its ninth edition, announcing a record 273 submissions — the largest pool in its history — while unveiling a new structural framework that divides the initiative into two clear strands: the
Kelly on threats since Trump call for arrest: 'They're graphic, they're violent'
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) said Tuesday that his office has received a slew of “graphic” and “violent” threats since President Trump called him out for releasing a video telling service members that they can disobey "illegal orders." “We get more threats now in a single day than
Google's toying with nonsense AI-made headlines on articles like ours in the Discover feed, so please don't blame me for clickbait like 'BG3 players exploit children'
With the power of AI, data centres the size of a kolkhoz can now write clickbait instead of underpaid journalists at struggling websites.
Migrants in Lebanon hope Pope's peace message lingers amid fears of new war
By Catherine Cartier BEIRUT, Dec 3 (Reuters) - Filipina worker Loren Capobres said the world stood still when she kissed Pope Leo's hand this week in Lebanon, but hopes his message for peace will linger after his departure, leading to better working conditions and a lasting
Israel, Lebanon officials meet in expanded truce talks
JERUSALEM/BEIRUT, Dec 3 (Reuters) - Israel and Lebanon sent new representatives to a military committee monitoring a truce between the countries, top officials from both said on Wednesday, in a move set to expand the scope of talks between the long-time foes. The meeting was a
Hamas says it will hand over a Gaza hostage body, Israel to open Rafah crossing
By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Alexander Cornwell CAIRO/JERUSALEM, Dec 3 (Reuters) - Hamas said it will hand over a body of a hostage on Wednesday, as Israel said it would allow Gaza's gateway to Egypt to open in the next few days so that Palestinians who need medical care could
This Switch 2 Compatible Samsung microSDXC Card Is Still at Its Black Friday Pricing, Nintendo Owners Clearing Out Remaining Units
Boost the storage of your console for just $75, today. The post This Switch 2 Compatible Samsung microSDXC Card Is Still at Its Black Friday Pricing, Nintendo Owners Clearing Out Remaining Units appeared first on Kotaku .
Most in Australia, Japan, India think Trump presidency bad for their country, poll says
SYDNEY, Dec 4 - A majority of Australians, Japanese and Indians believe U.S. President Donald Trump's second term has been bad for their countries, and more Australians see the U.S. as harmful than helpful in Asia, a survey of people in the four countries reported on Thursday.
Melaka prepares for king tide to hit in the next few days; 382 evacuation centres ready
The exceptionally high tides are expected along the state’s coastline from Dec 1 to 9.
Supreme Court to hear evangelist’s challenge to protest ordinance
The Supreme Court on Wednesday will hear an evangelist’s challenge to a Mississippi city’s protest ordinance he was previously convicted of violating. Gabriel Olivier, a Christian street preacher, has asked the justices to let his lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of
The Latin American left is in full collapse, and Maduro is next
The death of the leftist pink tide is evident but not accidental.
Human feelings influence beliefs about cat emotions and well-being, study shows
People rated cats as having a more positive emotional state when shown indoors rather than outdoors, even those who believe cats should roam freely outside, a new study has found. The study also found that other contextual factors, such as the color of cats' coats and a
Saudi Arabia will own 93.4 percent of EA after buyout
Fellow consortium members Silver Lake and Affinity Parters will own 5.5 percent and 1.1 percent, respectively.
Study finds offshore wind areas in the Gulf of Mexico pose minimal impact to shrimping grounds
The world's transition to renewable energy—and progress toward lowering carbon emissions—depends on expanding offshore energy, particularly wind power. A new study published in the journal Marine and Coastal Fisheries provides new insight into how proposed development areas in
Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: American Eagle Outfitters, Okta, Microchip Technology and more
These are some of the stocks posting the largest moves in premarket trading.
November private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000, led by steep small business job cuts, ADP reports
The payrolls decline marked a sharp step down from October, which saw an upwardly revised gain of 47,000 positions.
Hungary to sue EU over 'Brussels diktat' to phase out Russian energy
Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said it will be impossible for his country to decouple from Russian oil and gas by 2027, and described the EU's new political agreement on the phase-out an imposition.
Three French teens drown after car crashes upside down in swimming pool
The accident was the result of an "unbelievable series of circumstances," the local prosecutor said.
Thailand seizes US$300 million in assets linked to cyberscam networks
The announcement comes after authorities across Asia, Europe and the United States targeted Cambodia's Prince Holding Group and its global business network with asset seizures and freezes worth billions of dollars.
Venezuela lets deportation flights resume despite Trump’s airspace threat
The scheduled deportation flight marks a rare moment of cooperation between the Trump administration and Venezuela, as the threat of a U.S. attack looms.
How Ramanujan's formulae for pi connect to modern high energy physics
Most of us first hear about the irrational number π (pi)—rounded off as 3.14, with an infinite number of decimal digits—in school, where we learn about its use in the context of a circle. More recently, scientists have developed supercomputers that can estimate up to trillions
HP Offloads Its 5-Star Laptop Bundle at 75% Off (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) in aPost-Cyber Monday Rush, Far Cheaper Than Black Friday
It gets you a massive touchscreen, plus impressive graphics. The post HP Offloads Its 5-Star Laptop Bundle at 75% Off (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) in aPost-Cyber Monday Rush, Far Cheaper Than Black Friday appeared first on Kotaku .
Xi courts Macron in diplomatic effort to isolate Japanese PM
China has been seeking backup from France in its recent dispute with Japan over Taiwan’s status.
Turkey slams ex-Iraqi Kurdish leader Barzani over his visit with heavily armed guards
ANKARA, Dec 3 (Reuters) - Turkey demanded an explanation from Iraqi Kurdish officials after former leader Masoud Barzani arrived in a mainly Kurdish Turkish border region last weekend surrounded by heavily armed and uniformed guards. Barzani, who was president of Iraq's
Japan’s Water Story: a journey through the Hokuriku-Shinetsu region
Water is not just a resource in Japan’s Hokuriku-Shinetsu region; it is the very foundation of the land, its culture and the enduring resilience of its people.
Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium’s Anniversary Bash Is All About Huge Rewards and Hot New Features
A total overhaul of the Crew Deck, two huge events, and three new Dolls are just a part of GFL2's birthday bash starting on Nov. 27. The post Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium’s Anniversary Bash Is All About Huge Rewards and Hot New Features appeared first on Kotaku .
The environmental costs of corn: should the US change how it grows its dominant crop?
Amid concerns over greenhouse gas emissions, the Trump administration has abolished climate-friendly farming incentives This article was produced in partnership with Floodlight For decades, corn has reigned over American agriculture. It sprawls across 90m acres – about the size
