Leonard Kornberg, Longtime Studio Executive and Story Analyst, Dies at 75

He worked on 'Paddington,' 'The Mummy,' 'King Kong,' 'Hacksaw Ridge' and 'Psycho,' among other projects.

Hongkongers snap up silver as gold becomes ‘too expensive’

Chinese quadriplegic runs farm with just one finger

From his bed, Mr Li Xia operates four greenhouses via a programme he created.

Explainer: What top general Zhang Youxia’s fall means for China’s military

The veteran's fall shows the extent of Chinese leader Xi Jinping's military anti-graft campaign.

Omar slams Trump's 'reprehensible rhetoric' on immigration in wake of personal attack

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) suggested on Wednesday that President Trump’s “reprehensible rhetoric” on immigration has contributed to an environment in which “right-wing grifters” feel free to “terrorize our community.” Omar spoke at a press conference one day after she was

NOAA speeds up process to grant deep-sea mining permits

The Trump administration, with the support of many congressional Republicans, is looking to boost deep-sea mining as a way to counter Chinese dominance of critical minerals supply chains.

Consumers warming to ‘emotional’ AI toys

They are a quietly rising product category built for long-term companionship.

Man who exposed human rights abuses in China granted US asylum

Guan Heng secretly filmed detention facilitates in Xinjiang before escaping to the US in 2021.

Malaysian police warn against open burning following bush fire in Muar

Some 65 per cent of the area has been extinguished as operations enter the sixth day.

Do trees prevent landslides? What science says about roots, rainfall and stability

In the days since last week's fatal landslides at Mount Maunganui, there has been widespread discussion about what may have caused the slopes above the campground to fail, including the possible role of recent tree removal on Mauao.

Japan start-up expands ‘granny business’ to put elderly women to work

The initiative aims to reduce isolation among seniors.

JB condos now scam bases targeting overseas victims, say Malaysian police

Investigators are trying to determine if all the scam centres are linked to a single syndicate.

South Korea industry minister to visit Washington on Thursday

SEOUL, Jan 29 - South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan will visit Washington on Thursday to discuss U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of plans to raise tariffs on South Korean goods, the ministry said.

Inside the billionaire enclaves just out of reach of CA’s wealth tax

Just steps away from the California-Nevada border along the scenic Lake Tahoe, billionaires that once called the Golden State home, are buying up massive homes in what appears to be an attempt to flee the state’s crushing “billionaire tax.”

United and American Airlines hike up ticket prices at major US airport as rivalry heats up

United Airlines and American Airlines vying for dominance at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.

Trump terror policy massively expands US list of bad guys

It’s only one year into Donald Trump’s second term as US president, and he has already massively transformed US counterterrorism policy. The list of designated terrorist groups has grown at an unprecedented rate. Counterterror policies are being stretched to include drug

Flood-hit Sumatra students still studying in tents two months after disaster

The school buildings remain filled with mud after the floods.

Tesla sees first annual revenue drop as it shifts to AI and robots

Multi-billionaire Elon Musk also announced plans to end production of its Model S and Model X vehicles.

India unveils hypersonic as China, Pakistan push in Indian Ocean

India’s decision to publicly unveil a long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile reflects a broader shift in its maritime strategy as it confronts mounting pressure from China’s expanding navy and Pakistan’s military modernization in the Indian Ocean. This month, multiple media

Border agents involved in fatal shooting of Alex Pretti placed on leave

As Trump and the Minneapolis Mayor spar over social media on immigration law enforcement, the US continues to be roiled by the killing of nurse Alex Pretti.

Ice-T Changed ‘Cop Killer’ Lyrics to ‘ICE Killer’ Because America Is ‘Headed to Some Really Ugly Terrain’: ‘I’m Just Protesting’

Ice-T recently told “The Breakfast Club” (via Entertainment Weekly) why he swapped the lyrics from his 1992 track “Cop Killer” to “ICE Killer” during a live performance. The Grammy winner explained that when he first did it during a Los Angeles show in July, it wasn’t a

Britain’s Starmer meets China’s Xi in bid to reset strained ties

The visit to China comes amid tension between Britain and its longstanding close ally the US.

There's a turn-based tactics game about the eternal war between tea and coffee, and you can get it for free: 'We've made enough money from the game'

Sovereign Tea is yours to keep on Steam.

Africa: Life in Fossil Bones - What We Can Learn From Tiny Traces of Ancient Blood Chemicals

[The Conversation Africa] Blood tests are useful tools for doctors and scientific researchers: they can reveal a lot about a body's health. Usually, a blood sample is taken to get a picture of the large molecules that are present, such as cholesterols, lipids and proteins. This

Time for the US to let Chinese EVs roll in

It might come as a surprise that I’m writing a post advocating that the United States allow Chinese cars to be sold here. First of all, it’s well known that I view China as both an economic and a geopolitical threat to the US; I’ve repeatedly praised the US export controls that

Japan braces for more heavy snowstorms as midwinter election nears

TOKYO, Jan 29 - Northern and western parts of Japan face more heavy snowstorms later this week, the weather agency said on Thursday, as lawmakers campaign in the first winter election in 36 years, with the risk of lower voter turnout due to the freezing weather.

Japan braced for more heavy snowstorms as midwinter election nears

The snowfall could deter turnout in the upcoming Lower House election on Feb 8.

‘The Masked Singer’ Reveals the Identity of Queen Corgi After She Prematurely Quits: Here Is the Celebrity Under the Costume

SPOILER ALERT: Details follow for Season 14, Episode 4 of “The Masked Singer,” “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Night,” which aired Jan. 28 on Fox. Cowabunga, dude. “The Masked Singer” sent home its latest notable on Wednesday during “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Night.” Unmasked

Philippines hosts ASEAN foreign ministers’ retreat to tackle regional issues

It aims to set the group’s agenda for 2026 under the chairmanship of the Philippines.

DC crews pile snow at RFK Stadium site as city slowly digs out of storm

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said on Wednesday that the city has resorted to piling snow at Robert F. Kennedy Stadium amid growing frustration over the slow response to the storm. “Ice and snow are not melting—so crews are hauling them to the RFK site,” Bowser wrote in

‘Shelter’ Film Review: Jason Statham Versus the World Again, Scottish Edition

Taking a breather from the imperiling of Gerard Butler — their latest collaboration “Greenland 2: Migration” opened just three weeks ago — director Ric Roman Waugh puts Jason Statham through a similar action wringer in “Shelter.” This mix of espionage intrigue, shoot-outs and

China sends police to Australia in hunt for man who doused baby with coffee

The nine-month-old baby was attacked with boiling liquid while at a family picnic in 2024.

Grammys Announce Performers For Ozzy And D’Angelo Tributes

The Grammys are coming up. This Sunday, the awards show will take place at LA's Crypto.com Arena and we recently found out that all of the Best New Artist nominees will be performing. Now, the Recording Academy has announced the performers for the In Memoriam section. The post

South Korea’s former first lady jailed for bribery ahead of husband’s verdict

Kim Keon Hee, the wife of former president Yoon Suk Yeol, was handed a 20-month sentence in a country where high-level prosecutions have become standard fare.

Trump weighs Iran strikes to inspire renewed protests, sources say

By Samia Nakhoul, Humeyra Pamuk, Rami Ayyub and Parisa Hafezi DUBAI, Jan 29 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing options against Iran that include targeted strikes on security forces and leaders to inspire protesters, multiple sources said, even as Israeli and

Indigenous trees might be the secret to climate resilient dairy farming in Benin, says this new study

In the drylands of Benin, West Africa, livestock farming is under growing pressure. These vast, hot landscapes cover roughly 70% of the country's land area. Their sparse pastures and scattered trees sustain around six million grazing animals, including 2.5 million cattle, one

Britain's Starmer to meet China's Xi in bid to reset strained ties

BEIJING, Jan 29 - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday for talks he hopes will deepen their economic relationship, signalling a breakthrough in ties after years of distrust and acrimony.

6-month HIV PrEP makes coverage gains with insurers

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story 6-month HIV PrEP makes coverage gains with insurers Six months after its approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the latest advancement in HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is

California's iconic Highway 1 is fighting a losing battle against climate change; can it survive?

California marked a milestone this month with the return of an uninterrupted Highway 1 through the perilous yet spectacular cliffs of Big Sur. The famed coastal road had been closed for more than three years after two major landslides buried the two-lane highway, and it took

Japan PM Takaichi's party seen gaining lower house majority in election, Nikkei poll shows

Air pollution crosses borders, and so must the policies aimed at tackling it

Parts of India, including the capital Delhi, were once again covered in thick smog recently as toxic pollution from industry and crop-burning engulfed the region. Even though India's National Clean Air Program has advanced clean air action, air pollution remains a reoccurring

Atom Zombie Smasher, a 15-year-old game, just got updated out of the blue on Steam

It's still got a download size less than 30MB.

Nicki Minaj Joins Donald Trump Onstage, Says She’s “The President’s #1 Fan”

Last year, Nicki Minaj's public spiral culminated in her unexpected appearance at Turning Points USA's AmericaFest in Arizona alongside Erika Kirk, the widow of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. The rapper's descent into MAGA continued today as she spoke at a Treasury

Targeted support, belonging initiatives key for financially insecure students

A new report from Penn State's Center for Collegiate Mental Health (CCMH) highlights the role colleges and universities can play in improving student outcomes by identifying financial insecurity early, and building coordinated support systems across counseling centers, academic

Fed Chair Jerome Powell dodges questions on criminal probe, his future — but has advice for his successor

His press conference was anything but the typical back-and-forth over the outlook for the economy and interest rates, as Powell was peppered with questions about a DOJ probe.

Fed holds firm

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Fed keeps rates unchanged The Federal Reserve declined to cut interest rates Wednesday, holding steady amid President Trump’s battle to exert more influence over

Los Angeles Explores $5 Million Subsidy for Microdrama Production

The Los Angeles City Council voted Wednesday to explore creating a $5 million subsidy for microdramas, the short-form vertical videos enjoying a surge in popularity. The council voted 14-0 to direct city staff to come up with public or private funding sources to support

Instagram-owner to almost double AI spending this year

Mark Zuckerberg's spending plans hint at further layoffs and changes within Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.