Hardy Recruits Tim McGraw, Eric Church, Morgan Wallen for New Collab ‘McArthur’

"When you pass on, what you gonna pass down?" the country stars ask in the song, which tells the tale of a landowning family

The world recoils at Trump’s ‘paramilitary’ force

The havoc wrought by the deployment of federal immigration enforcement in the U.S. has wrought unflattering comparisons abroad to unaccountable paramilitary forces.

American Cinematheque, Vidiots Among Theaters Offering Free Admission During Nationwide Shutdown on Friday

In the wake of the ICE shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis on Jan. 24, non-profit organizations and small businesses across the country are participating in a nationwide shutdown and general strike to show solidarity with the people of Minnesota and activism against ICE. In

Netizens push back on Trump's claims that China doesn't use wind power with photos of turbines

US President Donald Trump claimed on Jan 21 at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, that China does not use wind power despite producing most of the world’s turbines, prompting China to defend its renewable energy record while netizens shared images of wind farms

Africa: What Is Nipah Virus? and What Makes It So Deadly?

[The Conversation Africa] An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India has put many countries in Asia on high alert, given the fatality rate in humans can be between 40% and 75%. Several countries, including Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore, have introduced new screening and

Africa: Rafiki Unbanned On Appeal - Why It's an Important Moment for African Film

[The Conversation Africa] The film Rafiki is a charming love story that plays out in urban Kenya. It follows two teenage girls whose close friendship slowly turns into first love. Directed by rising filmmaker Wanuri Kahiu, it was celebrated as groundbreaking by critics and at

Africa: African Migration - Focusing On Europe Misses the Point - Most People Move Within the Continent

[The Conversation Africa] Images of rubber dinghies overcrowded with refugees heading for Europe and narratives about mistreatment and exploitation of migrants on unsafe migration routes have come to dominate how African migration is perceived in European public and policy

Africa: Africa, Rating Agencies and the Cost of Debt

[The Conversation Africa] How much we pay for the debt that we incur determines a great deal in our lives. This is true of countries too. In the world of sovereign debt - money raised or borrowed by governments - the cost of debt is dependent on, among other factors, how rating

Africa: Small-Scale Farmers Produce More of the Rich World's Food Than Previously Thought - New Study

[The Conversation Africa] Who grows our food? This seemingly simple question is getting harder to answer in a world where our food crosses borders to get to our plate.

Southern Africa: Climate Change 'Supercharging' Deadly Floods in Southern Africa

[RFI] A "perfect storm" of climate change and cyclical La Niña weather patterns have been fuelling the catastrophic flooding sweeping southern Africa for the past month, according to climate scientists.

Africa: Match Bans and Fines Handed Down After Chaotic Scenes At Can Final

[RFI] Following the Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco earlier this month, which saw Senegal walk off the field after Morocco were given a late penalty moments after Senegal had a goal disallowed, Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has been banned for five Confederation of

First Beatles Look of Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr and More Is Here

During a promo stunt, images of Harris Dickinson as John Lennon and Joseph Quinn as George Harrison were also revealed

Dermatologists say collagen supplements aren’t the skin fix people expect

Collagen pills sound like a shortcut to younger skin, but solid evidence doesn’t back them up. Higher-quality studies show little benefit, and your body doesn’t absorb collagen in the way ads suggest. Some supplements may even pose safety concerns and lack proper testing.

Wolves and other predators present 'a crisis,' California's environment chief says

On Jan. 27, California lawmakers took initial steps toward addressing the public safety concerns posed by the state's growing populations of wolves, mountain lions and other predators—issues the state's top environmental official called a crisis.

Trump says 'very dangerous' for UK to deal with China

Sir Keir Starmer says "the UK has got a huge amount to offer" as he visits China to reset relations.

Street robbers steal US$2.7 million in cash in rare Tokyo heist

The thieves used pepper spray and grabbed luggage containing the money near Ueno station.

Myanmar monk accused of fuelling genocide backs junta-led vote

He rose to international prominence during waves of anti-Muslim unrest in the 2010s.

Trump tightens screws on Cuba, threatening tariffs on oil suppliers

A new executive order declares that Havana constitutes a “national emergency,” allowing Trump to levy tariffs on any country that delivers oil to Cuba.

From failure to filler: Why US Navy can’t quit its flawed LCS

Facing a shrinking fleet and a widening naval gap with China, USNI reported this month that the US Navy is giving its troubled Littoral Combat Ships (LCS) a second look—not as a triumph of design, but as a stopgap born of strategic necessity. The US Navy has decided to retain

‘Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story’ Shares the Tears, Fears, Insights of a Unique Clown

Stand-up comedy is best live — and often lived. Judd Apatow and comedy appreciator Neil Berkeley know this. In their admiring, at times achingly funny documentary “Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story” premiering at the Sundance Film Festival, the co-directors celebrate a

Kate Walsh on Returning to ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ Her ‘Family’ Bond With Caterina Scorsone and Why Fans Still Talk About Addison’s ‘Iconic’ Season 1 Entrance (EXCLUSIVE)

SPOILER ALERT: This interview contains spoilers from “Strip That Down,” the 10th episode of Season 22 of ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” streaming on Hulu. Kate Walsh will always make time to return to “Grey’s Anatomy.” From the moment Addison Montgomery first strutted into the lobby

Eva Longoria, John Leguizamo and More Latino Artists Sign Open Letter Urging for “Accountability and Equity” Amid ‘Deep Cuts’ Casting Backlash

The group of creatives acknowledged controversy that ensued after Odessa A’zion was cast in Sean Durkin’s A24 film as character Zoe Gutierrez, who is described in the book that the film is based on as half Mexican and half Jewish.

Explainer: Why Thailand will vote to decide a new Constitution

Critics say the 2017 Constitution concentrated power in undemocratic institutions.

Explainer-Why Thailand will vote to decide a new constitution

BANGKOK, Jan 30 - Voters in Thailand's general elections on February 8 will also be asked to decide if a new constitution should replace a 2017 charter.

European strategic independence? Don’t hold your breath

The question of European strategic autonomy has become fashionable again in Brussels and various European capitals. Between Donald Trump’s return to the White House, ongoing concerns about American commitment to NATO and the grinding war in Ukraine, European leaders are once

Sumo diplomacy: Japan’s heavyweight ‘soft power’ ambassadors

Using the hulking wrestlers as ambassadors is a long-established practice in Japan.

Trump and his eldest sons file $10B lawsuit against IRS, Treasury Department over leaked tax records

The Trump Organization, the first family’s business, is also listed as a plaintiff in the lawsuit filed in a Miami federal court.

Artemis II: The first human mission to the moon in 54 years launches soon, with a Canadian on board

It's been 54 years since the last Apollo mission, and since then, humans have not ventured beyond low-Earth orbit. But that's all about to change with next week's launch of the Artemis II mission from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Texas freezes H-1B visas for state agencies, higher education amid investigation into federal program

Gov. Greg Abbott announced an investigation into the federal H-1B visa program in "light of recent reports of abuse," according to a letter signed by the governor. He directed all state agencies controlled by a gubernatorially appointed head and public institutions of higher

‘The Traitors’ Black Banquet Sees a Murder in Plain Sight, Followed by a Banishment That Changes the Game

SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from “The Black Banquet,” Season 4, Episode 7 of “The Traitors,” now streaming on Peacock. For weeks now, Alan Cumming has been raving about “The Traitors” episode 7, namely, “The Black Banquet,” and how it makes history. And, it did

Indonesia stock exchange CEO resigns after US$80 billion market rout

Vietnam to sell tycoon's Hermès Birkin bags to offset fraud losses

Lan had tried to hold on the bags, saying she wanted to leave them as "keepsakes" for her children.

Later-in-Life Rom-Com Produced by Jamie Lee Curtis and Therapist Comedy Starring Jane Lynch and Katey Sagal Score NBC Pilot Orders

NBC has ordered two pilots: a rom-com called “Newlyweds” and an untitled comedy about therapists-slash-best friends played by Jane Lynch and Katey Sagal. “Newlyweds” is written by Gail Lerner, who executive produces alongside Jamie Lee Curtis, Eric Tannenbaum, Kim Tannenbaum

Trump plans to name Kevin Warsh as next Fed chair: sources

White House officials cautioned that Trump could change his mind at the last minute.

WGA Staff Authorizes a Strike, Accuses Guild Leaders of Bargaining in Bad Faith

The staff of the Writers Guild of America West has voted to authorize a strike, just weeks before the union is due to sit down with the major studios. The union staffers, who organized last spring, have been demanding better wages and job protections in their first contract.

Thailand’s reformist Natthaphong is frontrunner ahead of February vote, polls show

The elections in February have settled into a three-way race.

Thailand's reformist Natthaphong is frontrunner ahead of February vote, polls show

BANGKOK, Jan 30 - Thailand's progressive People's Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut continued to lead opinion polls on Friday, highlighting the stiff challenge facing Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's bid to stay in power ahead of elections on February 8.

Force won’t bring true peace for Taiwan, president tells Pope Leo in letter

The Vatican is one of only 12 countries to maintain formal diplomatic ties with Chinese-claimed Taiwan.

24-hour electric train service in Malaysia for festive rush, says transport minister

The government is also providing subsidies for one-way domestic flight tickets on some routes.

Force won't bring true peace for Taiwan, president tells Pope Leo in letter

TAIPEI, Jan 30 - Any attempt to change Taiwan's status quo by force or coercion cannot bring true peace, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said in a letter to Pope Leo released by the presidential office on Friday.

Study offers practical guide for AI application in marine conservation and fisheries

Every day, thousands of images and signals are collected at sea. Sonar, buoys, satellites, and cameras installed on ships generate enormous amounts of data. Artificial intelligence (AI) is already being used to interpret this information. For example, to detect the presence of

For injured sea turtles like 'Porkchop,' Southern California's Aquarium of the Pacific has doubled its care space

A hunk of romaine was easy pickings for Porkchop and her three flippers. On a rainy day last week, the green sea turtle pumped her limbs and stretched her beak up to chomp a lettuce leaf floating on the surface of a tank at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. That's

Amazon Blocks Mainstream Press From Watching ‘Melania’ Documentary at Kennedy Center

“Are you getting in?” ”No, are you?” On Thursday afternoon, in the lobby of the Trump Kennedy Center, reporters whispered in hushed voices to each other to see which journalists, if any, would be allowed entry to a screening of Melania Trump’s documentary “Melania.” In the

John Leguizamo, Eva Longoria and More Latino Creatives Call for ‘Accountability and Equity in Casting’ After Odessa A’zion ‘Deep Cuts’ Controversy

More than 100 Latino creatives have signed an open letter to Hollywood after widespread controversy broke out over Odessa A’zion’s casting in the A24 adaptation “Deep Cuts” as the character Zoe Gutierrez. The letter asks decision-makers to increase Latino voices in development

US Embassy puts back Danish flags honoring fallen soldiers after removal outrage

The U.S. embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark, on Tuesday removed Danish flags meant to honor the country's troops who fought in Afghanistan, sparking backlash from Danish citizens as well as military veterans from both countries. However, according to Military Times, the flags have

Senate expected to repeal law allowing lawmakers to sue over data seizures

Another kind of student debt is entrenching inequality: 'Time inheritance'

In November 2012, during my first year as a Ph.D. student, a 23-year-old medical student knocked on my door. Earlier that day, we had been discussing our ages in our shared kitchen. At 30, I had stayed silent, feeling a sharp sting of embarrassment next to my 20-something

Severe cold to ease after temperatures plunge to minus 17 deg C in South Korea

Daytime high temperatures are forecast to range from 3 to 9 deg C.