Love birds: Twice-extinct parakeet gets lifeline from randy pair

Parents Nacho and Trixie were paired up in 2024 and have since produced 55 chicks, including 33 in 2026 alone.

French luxury store Galeries Lafayette shuts doors in Beijing after 13 years

Luxury sector in China has struggled since the Covid-19 pandemic dampened domestic consumption.

India says 10 sailors detained in 2025 by Iran released

They were released after “sustained diplomatic engagement”, India’s shipping authorities said.

Cairo's new monorail glides above a city struggling below

Cairo's new monorail slices across the city skyline, running above the familiar chaos of blaring horns and ageing buses' exhaust fumes that mark rush hour below. The $4.5 billion monorail, opened this month, is among Egypt's most prominent new transport projects, part of a

Indonesia probes Musim Mas, Wilmar for ‘under-invoicing’ of exports, finance minister says

“Under-invoicing” is often done to hide profits and avoid taxes.

Hong Kong Airport opens new terminal to compete against Singapore, Dubai

The terminal will eventually be home to 15 mostly budget carriers, including AirAsia and Hainan Airlines.

Allred defeats Johnson in Texas Democratic House primary runoff

Former Rep. Colin Allred (D-Texas) is projected to defeat Rep. Julie Johnson (D-Texas) in the Democratic primary runoff for Texas’s newly drawn 33rd Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Johnson succeeded Allred last cycle after the former lawmaker vacated

Clyburn on South Carolina record-breaking early voter turnout: People were ‘very angry’

Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.) on Tuesday said the Palmetto State’s record-breaking early voter turnout was attributed to residents' anger over Republicans’ redistricting measure. “People were upset that this was taking place. And people tend to vote when they get angry. And people

Mapping the last glaciers in Oceania – in pictures

Puncak Jaya in Indonesia is one of the last equatorial mountains with glaciers but the ice has retreated drastically because of the climate crisis. Project Pressure came to the mountain to create the first 3D model of the remaining ice before it disappears ‘Planetary

‘The Simpsons’ Writer Who Accidentally Predicted Trump’s Presidency Launches His Own 2028 Bid

Dan Greaney, a longtime writer and producer on the show, describes himself as "a progressive Republican"

Mamdani admits Ken Griffin ghosted him after viral video — but doubles down on billionaires like Jeff Bezos paying ‘fair share’ of taxes

During a brief appearance on CNN Tuesday night, Mamdani reiterated his scathing response to the Amazon CEO’s complaint that doubling his taxes “won’t help that teacher in Queens.”

No feasts, no joy: Gazans mark a dark Eid

New clothes for children, sacrificial sheep and Eid biscuits, the hallmarks of the Muslim holiday, are all either unaffordable or unavailable in Gaza, casting a shadow over what is usually a time of celebration and joy. "I go to the market only to look around because I cannot

Cooper Hoffman to Lead as Burnt-Out Snowboarding Star in Hulu Drama Pilot ‘Durango’

Cooper Hoffman is set to play a never-was snowboarding star looking to make a quick buck in “Durango,” a new Hulu drama pilot. The logline for “Durango” reads, “Mikey is a ski bum townie chasing a buzz. Bunny is a homeschooled runaway working as a greasy-spoon waitress.

Research challenges beliefs that sexual objectification is a power move

A new research paper from the University of Kent School of Psychology has found that sexual objectification increases when men are sexually aroused, challenging common Western beliefs that this behavior is purely driven by an expression of power.

Samsung’s unionised workers in South Korea approve pay deal, shares surge

The union said nearly 74 per cent of the 62,616 workers who cast ballots backed the deal.

Cornyn pledges to support Republican Senate ticket in Texas after losing runoff

Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) on Tuesday pledged to support the Republican ticket after losing his Senate primary runoff to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R). "I've spent most of my time in the Senate building the Republican Party in Texas and in the U.S. Senate, and I've

China industrial profits jump 24.7% in April, fastest gain in over two years despite headwinds

China’s industrial profits grew at their fastest pace in over two years in April, buoyed by stronger exports, higher producer prices and gains in upstream industries.

Evette, Wilson in dead heat in crowded South Carolina GOP gubernatorial race: Poll

A new poll found South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette (R) and Attorney General Alan Wilson (R) are in a dead heat with one another in the Palmetto State’s crowded gubernatorial race. Survey results from the Trafalgar Group show Evette with 19.9 percent support from likely

Cook Political Report shifts Texas Senate rating toward Democrats after Paxton runoff victory

The nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report shifted its rating of the Texas Senate race toward Democrats on Tuesday, from “likely Republican” to “lean Republican,” after state Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) defeated Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) in the marquee

Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve pay deal

Vape business in Malaysia thrives underground after online ban

In underground networks, new buyers need a referral from existing customers to purchase vapes.

EU firms say business challenges in China still increasing: Survey

A majority of respondents said since 2022 the business environment had worsened.

Kevin Hart Says Tony Hinchcliffe ‘Arguably Had the Best Set’ at His Netflix Roast Despite Backlash: ‘I Don’t Expect Less. I Don’t Expect More’

Kevin Hart is speaking out about Tony Hinchcliffe’s controversial set at his Netflix roast. “Yeah, the George Floyd joke, it wasn’t a tasteful joke to our culture, to our audience, but our audience that’s watching the roast, if you’re watching the roast, you get why they’re

Hundreds of children die within months as measles cases soar in Bangladesh

The country has recorded more than 60,000 suspected cases of measles in just over two months.

Chipmakers SK Hynix and Micron join $1tn club on surging AI demand

They are the latest technology companies to join the growing list of stocks with mega valuations.

Booming AI chip demand helps create two new $1tn club members

SK Hynix and Micron are the latest tech firms to join the growing list of stocks with mega valuations.

European companies double down on China manufacturing despite EU de-risking push

Low manufacturing costs in China are keeping many European businesses' supply chains in the country despite pressure in the EU to reduce overseas reliance.

How to Watch the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee Online for Free

One of the oldest and most beloved traditions in the U.S. is taking place this week, with the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee competition. The annual event, which has been held since 1925, brings together 247 of the best young spellers in the country for three days of

Garcia beats Texas Democrat accused of antisemitism in House primary runoff

Democrat Johnny Garcia is projected to win his House primary runoff in Texas, defeating a candidate that came under fire for remarks seen as antisemitic, according to Decision Desk HQ. Garcia, a public information officer for the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, cemented his

Russia's Putin gifts four Amur tigers to Kazakhstan ahead of visit

May 27 - Russia has handed Kazakhstan four Amur tigers, two of them cubs, to help the country restore its numbers of the animals, President Vladimir Putin said in an article issued ahead of his visit to the Central Asian nation this week.

Middleton wins GOP nod in Texas attorney general primary runoff

Texas state Sen. Mayes Middleton (R) is projected to defeat Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) in a primary runoff for the GOP nod to succeed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R), according to Decision Desk HQ. Though loyalty to President Trump was a major factor in the race, the rivals

Paxton defeats Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate runoff

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R), with a last-minute endorsement from President Trump, is projected to beat incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) in the bitter Republican runoff for Senate in the Lone Star State, according to Decision Desk HQ. Tuesday's results ensure that

Thousands of sheep and cows die in trucks and saleyards every year. They need better protection

When a semi-trailer burst into flames on a highway in northern New South Wales, it wasn't only the driver who had to flee for his life.

‘Summer House’ Reunion Recap: Ciara Miller Reads Amanda Batula and West Wilson for Filth (With a Little Help From Lindsay Hubbard)

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Part 1 of the Season 10 “Summer House” reunion, streaming on Peacock as of May 27. What a week for New Yorkers. On Monday night, the New York Knicks trounced the Cleveland Cavaliers to reach the NBA Finals for the first time in

Paralives charmed me on day one, but the roadmap outlines the real life sim of my dreams

Count me in for a houseboat.

Trump administration sues University of California over antisemitism at UCLA

The Trump administration on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against the University of California for alleged “deliberate indifference” to harassment against Jewish and Israeli students at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). It follows a previous lawsuit against UCLA for

‘Pressure’ Review: Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser Go Toe-to-Toe in an Absorbing Tale of How the Weather Won the War

The British obsession with the weather goes from an easily mocked national quirk to a world-beating point of pride in “Pressure,” a handsome, efficient WWII drama that doesn’t go quite so far as to say a weatherman won the war, but wouldn’t mind one bit if that’s what you came

Champion ethical hacker warns AI tools like Mythos could put her out of business

Chompie, one of the world's tops ethical hackers, says AI like Claude Mythos will make it harder for people like her to compete.

Trump-backed candidate wins GOP primary runoff for new Texas House seat

Former oil and gas executive Alex Mealer, who was backed by President Trump, is projected to defeat state Rep. Briscoe Cain and win the GOP primary for Texas’s newly drawn 9th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Mealer, who was supported by some House GOP

Even moderately hot days raise risk of koala deaths: Study

Habitat fragmentation can also prevent koalas from reaching cooler areas in hotter times.

Green loses Texas Democratic House primary runoff to Menefee

Rep. Christian Menefee (D-Texas) is projected to defeat Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) in a Democratic primary runoff for the Houston-based 18th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Menefee, the 37-old-lawmaker who won a special election to fill the remainder of the

Red shift: Study gauges salamanders' sprint speed as connected to their color

If the eastern red-backed salamander has an equivalent of Usain Bolt, Sophia Zaslow is determined to find it. Since her undergraduate years, the Binghamton University doctoral student in biological sciences has conducted sprint trials on the common salamander species, to

White House erects UFC cage ahead of US 250th anniversary celebrations

Workers were seen assembling domed arches and a staging area on the South Lawn in preparation for next month's event.

David Nail Shows He Hasn’t Lost a Step With New Country Ballad ‘She Knows’

The Missouri native whose dynamic voice gave Nashville a shot in the arm in the 2010s with hits like "Let It Rain" will release his first album in a decade this summer

Paralives players are getting jumpscared by a naked chap called Charlie glitching into their games and now I too have been Charlie'd

This unsettling, naked para is bodysnatching our characters and honestly, I want to keep them.

The sequel to one of my favorite survival games doesn't just respawn you back at home when you die: that'd be way too easy

Outward 2 doesn't pull any punches, and that's just what I was hoping for.

Canadian Rockies study shows that spruce trees adapt to rugged peaks and boreal flatlands in a similar way

If you look at the trees as you're driving on the Trans-Canada Highway toward Banff National Park, you will see Englemann spruce on the cooler, wetter northeast-facing slopes of the Three Sisters. Across the valley—on the warmer, drier, southwest-facing slopes of Grotto

‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Opens to Series-Low $98M in North America. Does It Even Matter?

In the post-pandemic era, any title opening to that level would be celebrated, while out-of-this-world exits, especially among kids, could fuel a long run and win over a new generation of fans. Globally, the movie has already amassed more than its production budget, or $167