Strasbourg hospital A&E disrupted by illicit drone deliveries to nearby prison
Since early August, the Hautepierre University Hospital heliport has been shut down at night because of drone "deliveries" to Elsau prison.
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Iran executes Afghan national over 2026 protests: rights group
Iran on Thursday executed an Afghan national convicted over the killing of police officers during anti-government demonstrations, the 30th in a wave of hangings since the start of the Middle East war, a rights group said. Ghaem Hosseini was executed after being convicted of
Black Myth Zhong Kui Protagonist Revealed in New Gameplay Trailer
Game Science reveals Black Myth Zhong Kui's protagonist in a new gameplay trailer.
One year to go: Qatar counts down to 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup
A total of 32 national teams will play 92 games across four Doha arenas, including a former FIFA World Cup stadium transformed from a football pitch to a basketball court.
After ‘Burlesque the Musical’ Cancels More Performances, ATG Entertainment Says Show Must Go On
Following four more canceled performances of the touring production of “Burlesque the Musical” this week, partner ATG Entertainment has said it is “working closely” with producers of the beleaguered musical to ensure the show will go on. “ATG Entertainment is working closely
Silent Hill: Townfall's latest gameplay trailer reminds me why the series shouldn't have guns
You shouldn't bring a gun to a therapy session.
New analysis reveals 'encouraging' global mangrove cover increase despite losses in key regions
Global mangrove cover—vegetation vital to tackling climate change—has increased over the past 40 years, despite significant losses in some key regions, according to a new analysis.
Sundance Prizewinner Luke Lorentzen’s Documentary ‘Boatbuilders’ Boarded by Metfilm Sales Ahead of Venice World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
MetFilm Sales has acquired worldwide sales rights to “Boatbuilders,” Luke Lorentzen’s portrait of a Maine boatbuilding community, which is set to receive its world premiere in the Open Section of the 83rd Venice Intl. Film Festival on Sept. 7. MetFilm Sales will present the
Boutique hotel with spectacular cliffside views opens on Crete’s western coast
Guests can choose between safari-inspired tented pavilions along the shore and cliffside suites with private pools.
Illegal 'drip pricing' could add thousands to the cost of your holiday
The UK's consumer watchdog has opened an investigation into Trainline, RED Driving School, and Virgin Holidays.
How small business owners can compete with big brands on hiring websites and job boards
Let’s pull back the curtain on how the massive corporations actually hire. I know how the sausage is made, and I can tell you that the single biggest weakness of a Fortune 500 company isn’t its budget or its brand recognition. It’s time. Big corporate brands can easily take an
How one American couple ditched their lawn and created a wildlife haven – and you could too
Novice gardeners James Reed McGuire and Crystal Fritz wanted to try something new when they moved out to the suburbs. Little did they know they were joining a nationwide movement When James Reed McGuire and Crystal Fritz first decided to replace their lawn with native plants,
Humans have learned to fear ‘bugs’, but we shouldn’t – life as we know it hinges on invertebrates | Chris Packham
At this point of the crisis in our relations with the natural world, we’ve got to protect these creatures – and we are running out of time Read more from the Guardian’s invertebrate of the year 2026 Too many animals are regarded as “bugs”. And, if anything is a bug, it is a
Pennsylvania State Police helicopter violently collides with plane, pilot dead: FAA
Two people were aboard the PSP aircraft when it collided with a Cessna 150 around 6:50 p.m., a Federal Aviation Administration spokesperson said in a statement.
The latest Windows 11 update is borking some multiplayer games, but Arc Raiders' developer has a quick workaround
If you've been affected, it might be worth rolling back your Windows version.
Communication style outweighs resume content in workplace first impressions, analysis finds
To make a good impression at work, it might be better to spend less time polishing your resume and more time honing your communication skills. That's according to a large analysis of more than 200 studies showing that the first impressions people make at work are largely based
‘It is tough’: Indonesia battles wildfires, bracing itself for worse to come
Indonesia's government says over 100,000 hectares burned in the first half of the year.
How Anti-ICE Protesters Became Prisoners in Trump’s War on Antifa
"'We are not terrorists.'"
Et tu, Fedorov? The betrayal of Volodymyr Zelensky.
Mykhailo Fedorov, the country's former defense minister and a longtime political ally of Zelensky, called for a legal way to be found for Ukraine to hold wartime elections, even though the nation's constitution forbids it.
Israel bombed Syria to send Turkey a message ahead of the election. It may end up backfiring
Israel says it struck to prevent Turkey from establishing a military foothold that could restrict its freedom of action. But the attack risks pushing Damascus closer to Ankara, while officials in Washington, Syria and Turkey suspect Israeli election politics played a role
Gramado Targets Next-Gen Talent as Permanent Growth Engine (EXCLUSIVE)
GRAMADO, Brazil — As the first edition of the Residency for Young Filmmakers wrapped on Aug. 19, the Gramado Film Festival has decided to continue the program with a second edition set to take place at its 2027 edition and that the Residency would become a permanent initiative
Tibetan protesters in New Dehli denounce China with shaved heads and prayers
Hundreds of Tibetan exiles gathered in New Delhi on Thursday, 20 August, to protest against China’s new Ethnic Unity and Progress Law.
Exclusive-More than 150 Polymarket wallets may have traded on military secrets, research finds
By Douglas Gillison WASHINGTON, Aug 20 (Reuters) - More than 150 wallets on Polymarket International may have traded on inside U.S. military information, attracting copycat bets and raising concerns that the market could broadcast signals exploitable by foreign adversaries,
Raiders of the Cookie Jar: Harrison Ford and Cookie Monster break the internet
“This has made my month." A clip shared by Sesame Street's Cookie Monster has gone viral, racking up millions of views and rave reviews...
Overcome market fragmentation or miss the AI train, Lagarde warns the EU
An overly fragmented single market cannot support Europe’s top priority of competing globally in the AI race, European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde warns.
'This is not a theoretical risk—it is an active threat': The NSA, FBI, CISA and more warn of AI-assisted hacks against critical US infrastructure and facilities
Energy, water management, manufacturing facilities and more are said to be vulnerable.
Redfall developers begged Microsoft to come back and finish its last patch: 'I know we don't work here anymore, but can we please release this?'
"We then got laid off, but we had in the pipe version 1.4."
Sri Lankan government delivers water to nearly 72,000 people suffering drought
COLOMBO, Aug 20 - Sri Lanka's government has arranged for water to be delivered to nearly 72,000 people across seven districts as the country tackles a drought linked to this year's severe El Niño, a senior official said on Thursday.
Trump pledges 'economic warfare' on Iran, prompting Tehran derision
US President Donald Trump pledged "economic warfare" against Iran and threatened any country that trades with it, prompting Iran to dismiss the plan on Thursday as a continuation of failed policies. The war between the two countries, started by the US and Israel in February,
Banderol, Russia’s new low-cost weapon testing Ukraine’s air defences
Russia is stepping up its use of the Banderol, a relatively cheap new weapon that carries a smaller warhead than conventional cruise missiles but can force Ukraine to use the same scarce and costly air defences to intercept it.
Quevedo overtakes Rosalía to become Spain's most-streamed artist on Spotify
This summer the singer tops the chart on the Swedish platform, which estimates monthly plays per artist, ahead of his Catalan collaborator and Rels B.
Quevedo overtakes Rosalía as most-streamed Spanish artist on Spotify
This summer, the artist tops the ranking on the Swedish platform, which estimates each artist's monthly plays, overtaking his Catalan peer and Rels B.
Podcast Giant Goalhanger Hires Tom Miceli to Lead TV and Film Expansion (EXCLUSIVE)
Goalhanger, the British podcasting giant behind series such as as “The Rest is Football,” which recently launched as a Netflix show covering the World Cup, is looking to accelerate its growth on screen with the hire of Tom Miceli. Miceli joins from WME in the newly created role
Belgian car salesman becomes prince after royal parentage confirmed
Clément Vandenkerckhove was quietly brought into Prince Laurent's family at a town hall ceremony.
“I wanna try it so bad”: How TikTok shapes what teenagers eat — and the role parents can play
TikTok trends are influencing what teenagers eat, from viral restaurant dishes and fast food to recipes and influencer diets. But new research suggests parents may also have a role in limiting the platform’s influence.
Former Liberian vice-president charged in drug-trafficking probe
Jewel Howard-Taylor was arrested at Liberia's international airport and has not commented on the allegations.
Wirral families supported with cost of school uniforms
For the past 14 years, Wirral Free Uniforms for Schools (FUSS) has provided good quality school uniforms for free, as many parents struggle to afford new uniforms for the coming term.
NATO jets scrambled as drone enters Romanian airspace
A drone crashed in eastern Romania as the country and neighbouring Poland stepped up air defences during a major Russian attack on Ukraine.
Ex-Zambian minister killed in security raid on opposition
Police confirm Mutotwe Kafwaya's death after growing demands for information about his whereabouts.
Archaeologists uncover human offering at ancient ceremonial site in Lima
Archaeologists in Lima have uncovered the skeletal remains of an adult believed to have been placed as a ritual offering at Huaca Pucllana. The body was found inside a ceremonial canal dating to around 650 AD, when the Lima culture flourished on Peru's central coast.
Champagne harvest: why picking begins as early as mid-August
In Champagne, the grape harvest began as early as mid-August, unprecedented for some growers, after heat and drought sped up ripening and forced them to change their methods.
A vocabulary for the future: touch
A mesmerising blend of words and images make touch a doorway into the deepest questions in physics and philosophy - by Aeon Video Watch on Aeon
Destructive and delicious: how an invasive deer in Hawaii is being turned into dinner
The overpopulation of axis deer has taken an environmental toll, but Maui Nui Venison sees it as a resource instead of a pest In 1868, the government of Hong Kong gave eight axis deer to Hawaii’s King Kamehameha V. They were a beautiful gift, these creatures that hail from
A Progressive Win for Artists in Florida
Angie Nixon’s track record in culture, MIT loans art to students, the Speed Museum returns Native artifacts, and more.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Officially Just Got One of the Decade's Best Games
1000xResist is now on Nintendo Switch 2 with upgraded visuals and performance. A physical copy is also available for preorder.
Two Years Ago, They Revered Trump; Now, They Ridicule and Revile Him
Donald Trump has lost his war in reality and virtual reality, not only with Iran but also in the arena where he thought he was the eternal master, in image and myth. He has lost it on land, sea and air—and in thin air. He has lost his war both physically and metaphorically. He
DRC: Joseph Kabila hits back at Washington after US Treasury sanctions
Targeted in April by the US Treasury, which accuses him of backing CRA/M23 rebels, the former Congolese president has hired a lawyer in the US.
Apple News, Google promote outlets that endorse Dem presidential candidates — while shutting out Republicans: study
The most-promoted news outlets on Apple News and Google News haven’t endorsed a Republican in the last 10 presidential elections -- the latest sign of alleged anti-conservative bias, according to a new analysis.
