China appoints new trade negotiator as US tariff tensions mount
Li Chenggang, a legal expert and former WTO envoy, takes post at a challenging time for US-China relations.
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Africa: Promising New Treatment For AIDS-Related Cryptococcal Meningitis Enters Clinical Trial Amid Funding Cuts
[Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative] Cryptococcal meningitis, the second-leading cause of HIV-related deaths, is expected to rise as access to care weakens and advanced HIV disease (previously called AIDS) increases.
BP braces for investor rebellion at first AGM since climate strategy U-turn
Oil company’s chair, Helge Lund, may bear brunt of shareholder anger after presiding over rapid drop in value BP is braced for an investor rebellion on Thursday as the oil company prepares to face its shareholders for the first time since abandoning its climate strategy. Its
When Trump and Xi seek a war-ending trade deal
Suddenly, the odds of a China-US trade deal are rising anew as Xi Jinping expresses a willingness to sit down with Donald Trump’s White House. With clear pre-conditions, of course. As Bloomberg and other news outlets report, President Xi’s government wants Trump and his cabinet
How to Evade Taxes in Ancient Rome: A 1,900-Year-Old Papyrus Reveals an Ancient Tax Evasion Scheme
It was surely not a coincidence that the New York Times published its story on the trial of a certain Gadalias and Saulos this past Monday, April 14th. The defendants, as their names suggest, did not live in modernity: the papyrus documenting their legal troubles dates to the
Could this faraway world be home to life?
Researchers studying planet K2-18b's atmosphere have detected signs of molecules which on Earth are only produced by simple organisms.
Trump weighs U.S. troop drawdown in Syria as allies boost new government
Amid a roiling Middle East, the Trump administration is trying to figure out how Syria’s new leader fits into an “America First” foreign policy.
Amid Trump’s trade war, China launches a PR blitz (and it might win)
China has long tried to present itself as the world’s true champion of globalization, with little success. Now Beijing has a new opening to push its message.
Putin meets Russian-Israeli hostage released by Hamas
Russian President Vladimir Putin met a Russian-Israeli man freed by the Palestinian militant group Hamas after more than a year in captivity and promised to help free other hostages. The Kremlin leader thanked Hamas for releasing the man and said it was the result of Russia's
They are the die-hard fans of Milan’s soccer teams — and mafia-controlled
After two leaders of Inter Milan’s ultra group were killed, investigators concluded that the fan clubs of the Milan teams were run by the Italian mafia.
SZA Launches Her Own Beauty Brand As Tie-In With Kendrick Lamar Tour
SZA has officially stepped into the beauty industry with the launch of her own brand, Not Beauty, debuting just in time for her tour with Kendrick Lamar.
The 10 most pet-friendly states in America
More and more Americans are bringing their pets along for the ride—whether on a weekend getaway, a cross-country road trip, or just a night out. But depending on where you go, you might find a very different welcome for your favorite travel companion. Read more...
The 10 best states in America for house flipping
Flipping a house or apartment is a risky project — you want to ensure you end up making enough when you sell that you’ll cover your costs and the renovation time. And where you choose to take on the project matters. Read more...
Temu is in big trade war trouble
A rising competitor to Amazon ( AMZN ) may find itself kneecapped by the trade war between China and the United States. Read more...
Africa: Wild Africa Urges Action to Protect Nigeria's 100 Bat Species On International Bat Appreciation Day 2025
[Vanguard] As the world marks International Bat Appreciation Day, conservation organisation Wild Africa is sounding the alarm on the urgent need to protect Nigeria's rich but threatened bat population, which includes one-third of all bat species found in Africa.
One of our favourite last-gen handheld PCs is getting a Ryzen AI HX 370 upgrade and a native landscape display
The Kickstarter page has closed leading up to launch.
Android phones will reboot after 3 days of inactivity in new security update, but don't worry, this is a good thing. Just make sure you know your PIN
Make sure your loved ones know theirs too.
Blake Lively Shares Appreciation for ‘TIME 100’ Honor: ‘Not Something I Take Lightly’
The actress is currently in the midst of an ongoing legal battle with It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni
Trump includes U.S. troop costs in tariff talks with Asian allies
SEOUL/TOKYO - The tens of thousands of U.S. troops stationed in South Korea and Japan appear set to be part of President Donald Trump's tariff negotiations, despite efforts by both countries to separate security talks from trade.
Nintendo take first Japanese Switch modder to court, resulting fine is 400,000% less than the one given to Gary Bowser
"I was curious if people would think I was great for selling modified machines."
Cannes’ Annecy Animation Showcase Lineup Features New Films From Cartoon Saloon, GKIDS, La Cachette and More (EXCLUSIVE)
Cannes’ Annecy Animation Showcase has become an annual appetizer to June’s Annecy Festival, the year’s main course for all things animation. Today, the event, co-organized by the Marché du Film and Annecy Festival, has unveiled the five titles to be highlighted at its 2025
Researchers develop Graphene Oxide membrane that could be used to create 'forever chemical'-busting water filter. Yes, another funky use for the wonder material
"This breakthrough in PFAS filtration has the potential to revolutionise how PFAS contamination is managed globally."
Meta’s antitrust trial: Everything you need to know about the case and Zuckerberg’s testimony
If the case brought by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is successful, Meta could be forced to sell Instagram and WhatsApp.
Czech Republic becomes fully independent of Russian oil, government says
PRAGUE - The Czech Republic has become fully independent of Russian oil supplies for the first time in its history, government officials said on Thursday, following the completion of capacity upgrades on the TAL pipeline coming from the west.
Trump admin proposes redefining 'harm' to endangered animals
The Trump administration aims to remove degradation of habitat from its definition of "harm" to endangered species, proposing Wednesday a rule change that would open the door to human activity in ecologically sensitive environments.
Myanmar releases nearly 5,000 prisoners in New Year amnesty
High-profile figures, such as Aung San Suu Kyi, were not included in Thursday’s release.
Proposed rule change on endangered species triggers alarm for environmentalists
The Trump administration plans to eliminate habitat protections for endangered and threatened species in a move environmentalists say would lead to the extinction of critically endangered species because of logging, mining, development and other activities.
A 'fireball' lights up Mexico City skies, sparking awe and plenty of memes
A bright object, initially appearing to be a meteorite, lit up the skies over Mexico's capital around 3 a.m. Wednesday, stretching over plains, volcanoes and small towns.
The most metal-poor stars are living fossils from the beginning of the universe
Our sun, like all stars, is made mostly of hydrogen and helium. They are by far the most abundant elements, formed in the early moments of the universe. But our star is also rich in other elements astronomers call metals: carbon, nitrogen, iron, gold, and more. These elements
Citizen science could aid conservation efforts for turtle frogs in Western Australia
Two black beady eyes, a short rounded head, four stumpy legs, and a face only a mother (or a herpetologist) could love: Meet the turtle frog.
Q&A: What if we don't find any life on exoplanets?
Scientists are currently planning two major space missions to search for life in space: NASA's Project HWO and Project LIFE, led by ETH Zurich. If one of these missions were to discover life on an exoplanet, i.e., a planet outside of our solar system, this would be a
How to Enter a ‘Flow State’ on Command: Peak Performance Mind Hack Explained in 7 Minutes
You can be forgiven for thinking the concept of “flow” was cooked up and popularized by yoga teachers. That word gets a lot of play when one is moving from Downward-Facing Dog on through Warrior One and Two. Actually, flow — the state of “effortless effort” — was coined by
Cardi B Claims Offset Cheated On Her With Moneybagg Yo's GF Ari Fletcher In Leaked Message
If a recently leaked DM conversation is to be believed, Cardi B suspects that Offset cheated with Moneybagg Yo's girlfriend, Ari Fletcher.
Simone Ashley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Stacy L. Smith to Headline Women in Film Conference (EXCLUSIVE)
“Bridgerton” breakout Simon Ashley, Apple TV+’s “Surface” lead star Gugu Mbatha-Raw and the USC’s Annenberg Inclusion Initiative founder Dr. Stacy L. Smith are set to lead the lineup at the upcoming Women in Film Conference, to be held at Oxford University. The day-long event
Daily life in Gaza worsens as Palestinians go over a month without humanitarian aid
After the recent ceasefire in Gaza took effect, Euronews followed the journey of 22-year-old Mohammed as he finally returned to his home in the north of the Strip. Two months later, he says there’s nothing left.
China commends Cambodia when asked about Taiwanese deportation
BEIJING - China on Thursday commended the Cambodian government for following the \"one China principle\" when asked to comment on their deportation of Taiwanese citizens to China earlier this week.
Women’s Voices, From ‘I’m Still Here’ to ‘Hard Truths,’ to Take the Stage at Beijing Film Festival
"This is not only a cinematic feast but also a profound dialogue about women's emotions, bodies and destiny," says the fest that will also feature the likes of 'Santosh' and 'The Girl With the Needle.'
Reggie Watts Slams Influencer-Driven Coachella: ‘The Soul Feels Increasingly Absent’
“There’s no real sense of love coming from the festival toward the people. No care. No reverence," he wrote on Instagram
Most goods transported by sea within the EU in 2023
In 2023, roughly two-thirds (67.4%) of all freight transported within the EU territory was by sea when considering the amount of goods and the travel distance (tonne-kilometres). Road freight transport accounted for 25.3% of all freight, while rail transport represented 5.5%.
China to rely on artificial intelligence in education reform bid
HONG KONG - China will integrate artificial intelligence (AI) applications into teaching efforts, textbooks and the school curriculum as it moves to overhaul education, authorities said in an official paper released on Wednesday.
China to rely on AI in education reform bid
The effort comes after Chinese universities launched AI courses and widened enrolment.
Buffy The Vampire Slayer star Michelle Trachtenberg died of complications from diabetes
NYC medical examiner has said the 39-year-old actress died as a result of complications from diabetes.
Haley Joel Osment Arrested for Alleged Public Intoxication at California Ski Resort
The Poker Face actor was booked at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area on April 8 after police were called
Supermarket price war looms as Sainsbury's joins fight
The supermarket giant forecasts pressure on profits as competition for customers intensifies.
Netflix’s ‘Ransom Canyon’ Is Horny, Absurd and Ridiculously Entertaining: TV Review
Following the massive successes of its cozy comfort series “Virgin River” and “Sweet Magnolias,” Netflix is doubling down on the genre — and giving it some Western flair — with its latest romantic drama, “Ransom Canyon.” Adapted from Jodi Thomas’ beloved book series and created
Danny Boyle’s ’28 Years Later’ Official Trailer 2 Released
The long-awaited sequel from Columbia Pictures stars Jodie Comer and Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
I’m obsessed with coastal wildflowers: they look so delicate but thrive in tough conditions
From the rock sea-spurrey, which appears to grow out of solid rock, to the slender centaury that lives on a landslip, these plants exist where they do for good reason I first encountered coastal wildflowers when I was 11. I was visiting my grandmother’s friend in Devon and a
Should your menstrual phase dictate what you eat and how you exercise?
The idea of varying your lifestyle throughout your menstrual cycle to help relieve PMS or period pain seems intuitive, but the evidence reveals a nuanced picture, finds columnist Alexandra Thompson
Ja Rule Leads Touching Tribute To Irv Gotti During Tour With Nelly & Eve
Ja Rule delivered a heartfelt tribute to the late Irv Gotti during his performance at the of Nelly's Where The Party At Tour, which also features Eve.
