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Lebanon urges US to put pressure on Israel to stop attacks and demolitions
BEIRUT, May 11 (Reuters) - Lebanon's president has urged the United States to put pressure on Israel to cease fire and stop home demolitions in south Lebanon, the presidency said on Monday, as the death toll from Israeli attacks rose. Lebanon's health ministry said 74 people
Tens of millions risk hunger as Hormuz standoff blocks fertiliser, UN official says
Tens of millions of people could face hunger and starvation if fertilisers are not soon allowed through the Strait of Hormuz, the head of a UN task force aimed at averting a looming humanitarian crisis told AFP on Monday. Iran has had the strategic waterway -- through which a
Boycotters Spain, Ireland, Slovenia will not show Eurovision
The public broadcasters for Spain, Ireland and Slovenia said Monday they will not show the 70th anniversary Eurovision Song Contest this week, as they boycott the TV extravaganza over Israel's participation. The three countries, along with the Netherlands and Iceland, pulled
Industrial fishing has been depleting midwater fish for decades, new study finds
A new study led by scientists at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution finds that industrial-scale fishing has been removing substantial biomass from the ocean's "twilight zone" for decades, challenging the common assumption that this vast midwater ecosystem remains largely
The Hiding Man of Griffith Park
"A guerrilla artist has made the Eastside his canvas. His medium: Strange signs."
Ovo energy customers urged not to panic as takeover planned
All existing tariffs will be honoured in full under a planned deal that could create Britain's largest energy supplier.
Africa: Africa Bids Farewell to Principled Mogae
[New Era] President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reminisced that the period between 1998 and 2008 marked a strengthening of relations between Namibia and Botswana, driven by a shared vision for regional peace, stability, economic cooperation, and African unity.
Beatles Museum to Open at 3 Savile Row, Iconic London Location of ‘Get Back’ Rooftop Concert
3 Savile Row in London’s Mayfair district is one of the most iconic locations in Beatles history: It was the legendary offices of the group’s company and record label Apple, songs from the “Let It Be” album were recorded in its basement, and its rooftop was the setting for the
Cola Make Modern Alienation Sound Radically Original on ‘Cost of Living Adjustment’
The Canadian art-punk trio bring dynamic passion and determination — and actual melodies — on their excellent third album
Discord Nitro Subscribers Can Now Play Stardew Valley And Fallout 4 For Free With Game Pass ‘Starter Edition’
It's one of many new perks coming to paid Nitro memberships
Joanna Stern is not a robot, but she lived with them
My guest today is longtime friend of the show Joanna Stern. You all know Joanna: she is the former senior personal technology columnist for The Wall Street Journal, a former Decoder guest host, one of my cofounders here at The Verge, and also just one of my very closest
Habib Hajallie’s Meticulous Ballpoint Pen Drawings Examine the Depths of Emotion
In 'Black & Blue' at Larkin Durey, the Kent-based artist grapples memories, connection, and devastating loss. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Habib
How social science helps keep bugs off corn
A new study suggests broad systemic problems play a significant role in disincentivizing corn growers from planting the refuge corn needed to keep pests from becoming resistant to the insect-killing traits in Bt corn. And social science can play a role in addressing this
Sudan drone strikes killed at least 880 civilians between January and April, UN says
Most of the civilian deaths attributed to drone strikes in the first three months of the year were recorded in the Kordofan region and Darfur, although the strikes were also increasingly spreading beyond both regions.
Suspect in WHCA dinner attack pleads not guilty to attempting to assassinate Trump
The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner last month has pleaded not guilty to four federal charges. Cole Allen, 31, entered the plea in federal court Monday morning. He’s accused of attempting to
After fining Google more money than exists on Earth, Russia demands so little from EA it feels like a weird joke
Well one of these strategies has gotta work.
French farmers dump manure at TotalEnergies refinery in fuel price protest
French farmers have staged a protest outside a major oil refinery near Lyon, dumping manure and rubbish at the entrance in anger over rising fuel costs and falling incomes.
Trump, 79, Forgets He Accused Army of Stealing Gold From Fort Knox
President Donald Trump can’t even keep track of his own conspiracy theories. During an interview on Full Measure , host Sharyl Attkisson pressed Trump about his allegations that someone had stolen from the country’s gold reserve at Fort Knox. “What happened to the audit of Fort
Private jets flocking to Cannes branded 'obscene' as fuel crisis sparks food shortage fears
More than 700 private flights flew to and from Cannes Film Festival for last year’s star-studded event, burning two million litres of fuel.
‘Friday the 13th’ Prequel ‘Crystal Lake,’ ‘The Good Daughter’ Set Fall Release Dates on Peacock
Peacock has given release dates to two of its fall scripted series: the “Friday the 13th” prequel series “Crystal Lake” and the psychological thriller “The Good Daughter.” “Crystal Lake,” which stars Linda Cardellini as the franchise antagonist Pamela Voorhees, will premiere on
Fox Says It Has No Plans to Bring Back ‘So You Think You Can Dance’
So you think you can dance? You won’t be doing it on Fox any time soon. Fox Television Network president Rob Wade confirmed Sunday that the long-running dance competition show, which hasn’t aired since May 2024, isn’t expected to return. “Obviously, a really important show in
Can Republicans survive the midterms of Rage?
The upcoming "Midterms of Rage" elections are being fueled by anger towards the President's policies, including his proposed $1 billion White House ballroom, his war against Iran, and his false accusations against the pope.
Bravo and Peacock Dive Into Microdramas: ‘Southern Charm’ Star Madison LeCroy and Heather Gay’s Daughter Georgia Will Star in Ultra-Short Shows Coming This Summer
How to pull Bravo fans deeper into the Peacock app? NBCUniversal has a new short answer: It’s gearing up to launch the very first Bravo “unscripted microdramas,” hoping to latch on to the vertical video trend that’s ricocheting around social media. This summer, Peacock will
Evading justice: Wanted former Polish minister confirms he fled Hungary to US
Hungary's new Prime Minister Péter Magyar, who was sworn in on Saturday, said that Hungary would no longer protect people wanted elsewhere.
Trump Demands Supreme Court Justices He Appointed Be Loyal to Him
The president has publicly declared that the Supreme Court should cave to his whims, penning that it’s “OK” for his appointees to “be loyal.” In a lengthy Truth Social rant Sunday, Donald Trump railed against justices he appointed to the nation’s highest judiciary, wondering
