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Hopes Fade for Workers Trapped for Days in Tunnel in India
Local officials have been unable to make contact with eight people after wall of silt and water caused the ceiling to collapse.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
My truck plunged into a ravine – and for six days I was trapped, alone and afraid
Pinned inside his vehicle, Matthew Reum waited for help to come. But no one knew he had gone missing …. Matthew Reum was driving home late on a dark, foggy night in Indiana when his headlights ...The Guardian - Feb. 25 -
Sinkhole investigations delayed due to safety
Tandridge District Council said its "priority" is to support affected residents and businesses.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
Godstone sinkhole to be investigated with 3D maps
Operations to look into the sinkhole have been delayed but less intrusive methods may be used.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
WATCH: Massive sinkhole appears in English village
A large sinkhole appeared on a street in a village near London. Police evacuated nearby buildings and advised people to avoid the area due to concerns of a possible explosion.ABC News - Feb. 20 -
Families return home after sinkhole swallows road
Six families are being allowed to return home in Godstone after being evacuated on Tuesday morning.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
High heels and risky selfies: Etna eruptions cause despair among mountain rescuers
Thousands of tourists arrived to see lava in recent weeks, but not all were prepared for treks up the Sicilian volcano. A river of fire from the depths of the Earth carves its way through the black ...The Guardian - 5d -
Brazilian city in Amazon declares emergency after huge sinkholes appear
In Buriticupu, about 1,200 people risk losing their homes, and residents have seen the problem escalate in 30 years. Authorities in a city in the Brazilian Amazon have declared a state of ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
This Spring, Try Monochromatic Dressing
With floor-sweeping hems and bold colors, this season’s fashion isn’t messing around.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Speed Interviewing the Fastest Drivers in the World
Formula One’s season launch party saw The Athletic’s columnist take on the challenge to speak to the entire grid in a few hours. Here’s what happened.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Japan to court Tesla on Nissan investment
Former prime minister and ex-Tesla board member plan to approach Elon Musk to support struggling carmakerFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Japan battles largest wildfire in decades
More than a thousand people have been evacuated near forest of Ofunato in northern region of Iwate. More than a thousand people have been evacuated as Japan battles its largest wildfire in more ...The Guardian - 4d -
Vietnam can escape the middle-income trap
The nation’s unique advantages will propel it forwardFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
Monster Hunter Wilds - How To Capture And Trap Monsters
Are you planning to capture monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds ? While most objectives in the campaign require you to slay beasts that you encounter, there are a few where you're asked to ...GameSpot - 6d -
Man dies after entering booby-trapped home
A man died after entering a booby-trapped residence in South Carolina on Monday evening, according to the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office.ABC News - 6d -
Appalachians Are Trapped in a Disastrous Cycle of Flooding and Rebuilding
Kentucky and Tennessee have flooded repeatedly in recent years, but with little ability to develop land on higher ground, many residents are forced to continue living in high-risk areas.Wired - 4d -
Why Zelenskyy refuses Trump’s ceasefire ‘trap’
Ukrainian president is haunted by Russia’s frequent flouting of terms set under Minsk agreementsFinancial Times - 1d -
DOGE’s Chaos Reaches Antarctica
Daily life at US-run Antarctic stations has already been disrupted. Scientists worry that the long-term impacts could upend not only important research but the continent’s delicate geopolitics.Wired - 6d -
Why Canada Is Trying to Secure the Border
Since President Trump’s election, Canada has intensified its efforts to curb illegal immigration into the U.S. However, with mass deportations underway in the U.S., a new dynamic is emerging at the ...The New York Times - 4d -
Sainz becomes director of F1 drivers' body
Carlos Sainz has become a director of the Formula 1 drivers' body, the Grand Prix Drivers' Association.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Taxi driver injured in west Belfast shooting
Police said the man is in a "critical but stable" condition after being shot in the Bell Steel Manor area of Dunmurry on Sunday.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Whatever happened to the great truck driver shortage?
The underlying problems behind the crisis have not yet been resolvedFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
Japan’s births fell to record low in 2024
The number of babies born in Japan fell to a record low of 720,988 in 2024 for a ninth consecutive year of decline, the health ministry said Thursday.NBC News - 6d -
Japan births fall to lowest in 125 years
Number of babies born declines 5% despite efforts to boost fertility rateFinancial Times - 6d -
USWNT loses to Japan in 1st defeat of Hayes era
Japan beat the United States 2-1 at the SheBelieves Cup in San Diego on Wednesday to end the Americans' streak of five straight trophies at the annual tournament and hand manager Emma Hayes her ...ESPN - 6d -
How New York’s Plan for Reparations Became a Debt Trap for Marijuana Retailers
New York persisted with a plan to build flagship dispensaries for people the state once prosecuted for weed offenses, even as it failed to meet its goals.The New York Times - Feb. 26 -
Teen rescued after being trapped in rock crevice for hours
A 15-year-old boy was trapped for hours after falling into a narrow rock crevice in Southern California. Elise Preston reports on the effort to free the teen and spoke to the San Bernardino first ...CBS News - 5d -
Man killed by shotgun booby trap at family member's home, police say
Jordan Dove, 34, was killed while checking on a family member's home, officials said.CBS News - 5d -
What is the minimum payment trap (and how does it affect your finances)?
If you're carrying any amount of credit card debt, falling into this trap could mean big trouble for your wallet.CBS News - 2d -
Man arrested trying to smuggle cocaine under toupee
Suspect tried to smuggle more than €10,000 of cocaine from Cartagena to Amsterdam, Colombian authorities said.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
InZoi Director Isn't Trying To Steal The Sims' Thunder
When it comes to life simulator games, EA's The Sims has largely had the field to itself since its launch 25 years ago. But Krafton's upcoming title, InZoi, looks like it could be a real contender ...GameSpot - Feb. 25 -
Will the police really try to find your stolen iPhone?
Even with the resources to chase after all our stolen handsets, let’s not kid ourselves it would solve the problemFinancial Times - 5d -
Sen. Murphy ‘trying to raise the alarm’ on threats to democracy
Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., talks to NBC News’ Julie Tsirkin about his shift in political priorities and explains, “When somebody is trying to destroy democracy, they benefit from people who are ...NBC News - 4d -
Madrid’s best — and possibly biggest — croquetas? Try Rocablanca’s
The Spanish staple is the star at a family-run local whose history mirrors its colourful neighbourhood’s ownFinancial Times - 18h -
Beijing embraces DeepSeek to lead AI adoption as it looks for new growth drivers
DeepSeek's rise came as a timely confidence boost as the Chinese leadership faces a prolonged economic gloom and a brewing trade war with U.S.CNBC - Feb. 21 -
3 shot dead outside driver's licensing office, suspect at large
Three people were shot and killed in a parking lot outside a driver's licensing office in Louisville, Kentucky, on Friday, police said.ABC News - Feb. 21 -
3 People Killed in Shooting Outside a Kentucky Driver’s License Office
Louisville police said they were still investigating and had not yet identified any suspects.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
3 dead in shooting outside Kentucky drivers license office
Three people were killed in a shooting outside a drivers license office in Louisville, Kentucky, on Friday afternoon.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
Police hunt van driver as girl dies in tram crash
The three-year-old girl has died after being taken to hospital, police say.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
Van driver hunt continues after fatal tram crash
Police are understood to have identified the man involved in the crash, which killed a young girl.BBC News - Feb. 23