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After Hormuz, China looks to the promise – and peril – of the Arctic’s ‘ice silk road’
China launched its first scheduled commercial shipping service through the Arctic’s northern sea route, a 5,500km passage that can halve transit time from China to Europe but carries significant environmental and political risks.
Ferrari’s first ever electric car sold for record $40m at auction
Ferrari’s first electric vehicle, the Luce, sold for $40 million at charity auction, shattering records despite backlash from critics who questioned the car’s departure from brand tradition.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in the television series ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, star of television series ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ has died at age 36. Her father announced her passing on Sunday, though no cause was disclosed.
The Iran war is forcing families to choose between school for their kids or survival
Rising fuel costs from the Iran war are forcing families across Southeast Asia and Africa to choose between school and survival, with up to 23.4 million children at risk of poverty.
Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s economy and morale by attacking online retailer
Ukraine has launched sustained drone attacks on Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, destroying billions of dollars in merchandise across roughly 20 warehouse facilities and striking a major blow to the company and broader economy.
Sydney Swans: Aussie rules footy players under investigation as police probe sexual assault claim
Several Sydney Swans AFL players have been referred to police following an alleged incident at a Melbourne hotel early Sunday morning, with Victoria Police launching an investigation into a reported sexual assault.
South Korea: One killed in Geoje landslide as record rains hit southern region
A landslide in South Korea’s Geoje killed one person and injured two others as the region faced record rainfall exceeding 400mm overnight and 124.5mm in a single hour.
Monday briefing: What can Andy Burnham learn from Spain’s Pedro Sánchez?
Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez has endured as a progressive European leader while managing domestic corruption scandals and political challenges, offering lessons for UK politicians like Andy Burnham.
Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing heads to Russia to deepen strategic ties with Moscow
Myanmar’s military leader Min Aung Hlaing is visiting Russia to meet with President Putin and strengthen bilateral ties, marking his seventh trip to the country since the military took power.
After killing hundreds in boat strikes, US military expands campaign on land in Latin America
The Trump administration is expanding U.S. military operations in Latin America to land-based campaigns, securing agreements with Colombia, Guatemala, and Honduras for joint operations against criminal groups, following earlier boat strikes that killed hundreds in the region.
Niu Lai: Movie that went viral for terrible animation becomes China box office hit
A low-budget Chinese animation film called Niu Lai went viral for its poor animation quality and confusing plot, unexpectedly becoming a box office hit after earning only 7,705 yuan in its first 10 days.
As wildfires get worse, some states are struggling to pass fire protection rules
Several Western states struggle to pass wildfire protection regulations as homeowners and advocacy groups push back against rules affecting property modifications and vegetation management.
Cialis is an erectile dysfunction drug. Could it also help you live longer?
Tadalafil, marketed as Cialis for erectile dysfunction, is increasingly promoted in wellness circles as a longevity drug, though researchers caution more rigorous studies are needed before clinical recommendations.
Meta heads to court in a landmark trial about kids and social media addiction
Meta faces federal trial Tuesday as state attorneys general allege the company designed platforms to addict children, misled the public about risks, and violated data protection laws.
Can a student ID be used for voting? More Republican-led states are banning it
Several Republican-led states have recently banned student IDs for voting, affecting college students who must now obtain state-issued identification to cast ballots in upcoming elections.
Elon Musk’s Starbase wants to expand in south Texas
Starbase, a newly created city in south Texas housing Elon Musk’s SpaceX operations, is seeking to annex approximately 7,100 acres of surrounding land, prompting concerns from environmental and community activists.
Car problems? No childcare? How an app is helping people get to work
An app called Escalate provides fast-food workers with emergency support like Uber vouchers and grocery gift cards to help them overcome transportation, childcare, and other barriers to showing up for shifts.
Living with nuns: Priced out of D.C., young women found low rent with unlikely roommates
Anne Montgomery House, a community home run by nuns in Washington, D.C., is closing after a decade of providing affordable housing to young women pursuing education and careers in the expensive city.
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Feds Facing Hundreds of Lawsuits Over Water Contamination at Hawaii Base
Multiple residents of Oahu, Hawaii have filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. As of Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 when this story broken, four families are alleging charges of "negligence, trespass, nuisance, and medical malpractice resulting in physical and...
5 Mistakes To Avoid and How To Find the Perfect Lawyer for Your Case
If you have ever been in a situation that requires hiring a lawyer, you will know and understand how easy it is to hire the wrong lawyer because of the urgency of the matter. Whether you are a business owner in need of an attorney for your tax issue, charged with DUI...
2017’s Safest Cities in America
With fears of falling victim to cybercrime and mass shootings topping the list of crime worries among Americans, according to the most recent Gallup polls, the personal-finance website WalletHub took an in-depth look at 2017's Safest Cities in America. To determine...
From Poker Success to Saving Lives: What Next For AI in 2017?
Step aside Phil Ivey; I'm afraid your Ivey League is no longer the gold standard of poker education. That’s right, a new king of poker has been crowned, bouncing back incredibly from the crushing jaws of defeat in 2015. Fans of poker worldwide, meet your new champion:...