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7 stand trial over cyber death threats against Paris Olympics artistic director
The trial of seven people charged in connection with alleged cyberbullying targeting the artistic director of last summer’s Paris Olympics’ opening and closing ceremonies has started in a Paris courtABC News - 5d -
Jurassic-era trees have grown in Tasmania for millions of years. Now they face their biggest threat: fire
Pencil pines grow for more than a thousand years each, and only in Tasmania. As lightning fires become more common, humans must mobilise to protect them – or lose these ancients forever. Get our ...The Guardian - 2d -
Celebrations and protests in the US and around the world mark International Women’s Day
From Istanbul and Warsaw to New York and Los Angeles, activists demand equality and the end of gender-based violence. Women took to the streets of cities across Europe, Africa and elsewhere to mark ...The Guardian - 2d -
The U.S. dollar is still the world’s currency — but maybe not for much longer
Concerns are rising about the sustainability of U.S. government debt and spending.MarketWatch - 2d -
Blending the worlds of hardware, games and creators in gaming PCs | Jo Tan interview
The PC has always been everything to everybody. HP is very focused on selling AI PCs, as evidenced by its lineup in January at the CES 2025 tech trade show in Las Vegas. And yet the PC is also the ...VentureBeat - 2d -
'I was drawn into a secretive world of chemsex and it turned me into a zombie'
Calls are made to help address stigmas attached to chemsex and improve support.BBC News - 2d -
US makes fresh push for World Bank to back nuclear power
New administration wants Washington-based multilateral lender to help the west compete with China and RussiaFinancial Times - 2d -
‘Everything is so fragile’: Cate Blanchett on marriage, #MeToo and the state of the world
Over turmeric tea one evening, double Oscar winner Cate Blanchett talks about the secret of relationships and how to survive the current news cycle. The answer? Jump into the ice…. Cate Blanchett ...The Guardian - 1d -
World Health Organization warns of possible tuberculosis surge because of USAID cuts
Health authorities say that the Trump administration’s gutting of USAID raises the risk of a global surge in tuberculosis cases and deaths.NBC News - 1d -
Pope briefed on world, church matters on 24th consecutive day in hospital: Vatican
"The night was quiet, the pope was resting," the Holy See, the Vatican's press office, said in a brief statement on Sunday morning.ABC News - 1d -
One Of The Best Baseball Players In The World Might Be Hitting The Fortnite Shop Soon
Shohei Ohtani will supposedly come to Fortnite as a cel-shaded skin in an upcoming update for the popular game. The Los Angeles Dodgers star would be the first MLB player ever for the battle-royale ...GameSpot - 16h -
Norway suspend staff in ski jump cheat scandal at world championships
Team admitted cheating by employing altered suits Coach and equipment manager both suspended The Norwegian ski federation has suspended a ski jumping coach and an equipment manager over their ...The Guardian - 11h -
Ten Pound Poms series two review – this trashy, soapy migration drama is a knockoff Call the Midwife
Michelle Keegan is the only nurse in this 50s-set drama about Brits emigrating to Australia, but its slight take on social issues that are relevant today recalls the BBC birthing drama . Sunday ...The Guardian - 1d -
What would success look like? Key questions for Hamilton at Ferrari
As Lewis Hamilton prepares for his first race as a Ferrari driver, BBC Sport analyses the biggest storyline of the 2025 Formula 1 season.BBC News - 22h -
Club is in period of change - Ratcliffe
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe speaks to BBC Sports editor Dan Roan about the club's finances, redundancies and the players they've inherited.BBC News - 11h -
Man with Palestinian flag comes down from Big Ben tower
The protester came down just after midnight, after telling negotiators he would stop "on his own terms".BBC News - 2d -
A Panorama of Design Products
A look at design-world events, products and people.The New York Times - 3d -
Greenland independence debate ‘on steroids’ ahead of election
Donald Trump’s threats to take the territory have divided parliamentary candidates over the future of Danish ruleFinancial Times - 1d -
Australia cops say apparent antisemitic terror wave was a "criminal con"
Australian police say a wave of seemingly antisemitic attacks and threats was really a "fabricated terrorist plot, essentially a criminal con job."CBS News - 18h -
Ontario says it will slap a 25% surcharge on US-bound electricity
The move is in retaliation to Trump's tariff threats on Canada, and is expected to raise energy costs for 1.5 million US homes.BBC News - 12h -
Congress faces Friday deadline to fund the government. Here's what to know
Congress is staring down a deadline to fund the government by the end of the week, as the familiar threat of a shutdown looms over Washington.CBS News - 2h -
How should Trump deal with Putin?
Advice from an expert who’s been in the room with the Russian leader.BBC News - 4d -
Reform UK in chaos after whip is withdrawn from Rupert Lowe
MP who criticised leader Nigel Farage is accused of bullyingFinancial Times - 3d -
Starbucks Just Gave Its Employees a Very Blunt Message, and Taught a Key Leadership Lesson
The biggest takeaway: When you’re a leader, you have to lead.Inc. - 1d -
Health Secretary to Meet With Major Food Brand Executives
The White House has urged cabinet members to meet with industry leaders.Inc. - 1d -
UK to convene ‘coalition of the willing’ for fresh talks on Ukraine peace force
‘Virtual meeting’ to be held on Saturday with leaders from mainly European and Commonwealth countriesFinancial Times - 11h -
Jennifer Hudson gets nailed in the face sitting courtside with Common at a Knicks game
Jennifer Hudson gets whacked in the face as a basketball flies courtside at a New York Knicks game. Tell Common that doesn't happen in the cheap seats.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
How slain Las Vegas journalist may have helped capture his own killer
Crucial DNA evidence found under the fingernails of reporter Jeff German led investigators to Robert Telles, the man charged with killing him.CBS News - 2d -
His Bollywood Spoofs Brought Joy to a Mill Town. Then Bollywood Came Calling.
An Indian biopic tells the story of Nasir Shaikh, whose no-budget, all-heart productions gave his home city of Malegaon a film industry of its own.The New York Times - 20h -
Joan Didion was famously reserved. But she openly adored John Wayne and Old Hollywood
Joan Didion fell in love with movies as a girl but would sour on Hollywood after working there, Alissa Wilkinson writes in 'We Tell Ourselves Stories.'Los Angeles Times - 19h -
Former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull says leaders must stand up to bullies after being lashed by Donald Trump
US president’s late-night social media post came after Turnbull criticised Trump’s leadership as ‘chaotic’. Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred LIVE: latest news and updates Get our breaking news email ...The Guardian - 19h -
Activists demand an end to clashes between Syrian forces and Assad loyalists
Activists gathered in central Damascus to condemn the killing of Syrian public security personnel and civilians in ongoing violence on the Syrian coast. Syrian forces have been clashing with ...NBC News - 21h -
Mitrovic held out of training due to arrhythmia
Al Hilal's Aleksandar Mitrovic missed training due to an abnormal heart rhythm, the Saudi Pro League champions said on Sunday after local media reported the Serbia striker had been taken to hospital.ESPN - 19h -
‘World’s hottest brand’: how Miu Miu defied sales plunge in fashion industry
As luxury firms struggle worldwide, the ‘knowingly cool’ label is posting record-breaking sales figures. While profits fall across the luxury fashion industry, one kooky Italian label is posting ...The Guardian - 2d -
Plants, animals and insects come to Britain from all over the world. It would be a mistake to welcome them all | Tim Blackburn
Biodiversity is great in theory, but there are reasons to fend off invasive species and the knock-on effect of their presence. Britain would be a wasteland if it weren’t for immigration. Fifteen ...The Guardian - 18h -
More than hot flashes: Women raise awareness about menopause symptoms and work
Menopause affects about half the world’s population at some point in lifeABC News - 4d -
No. 21 Saint Mary's heads into March Madness seeking 2nd straight WCC Tournament title
In the fast-changing world of college basketball, some things remain constantABC News - 3d -
Bridgestone and Michelin test advances in puncture-free tyres
Innovation by world’s biggest suppliers potentially smooths path for self-driving vehiclesFinancial Times - 2d -
How Designing Video Game Golf Courses Built a One-of-a-Kind Community
The world of golf architecture is exclusive and expensive, but virtual reality changed the game.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump, tariffs and wars drain funds from climate action, warns Brazil
‘Triple negative’ puts world on course for ‘civilisation doom’, says environment ministerFinancial Times - 17h