22 h. ago Storms tore up two of America's most iconic trails. Federal cuts have disrupted repairs

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail that runs through three western states is already challenging

Events

61 h. ago Interstate 95 crash in Philadelphia resulted from driver's failure to slow down, investigators find

Federal officials say the driver of a tractor-trailer that overturned and sparked a blaze underneath a major Philadelphia interstate that resulted in a collapse had failed to slow down on the exit ramp

Events

5 d. ago ‘Chaos’: Trump cuts to Noaa disrupt staffing and weather forecasts

US climate agency upended as Doge efforts to slash federal government compromise email securityA sense of chaos has gripped the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Noaa), one of the world’s premier research agencies, with key staff hastily fired and then rehired, cuts to vital weather forecasting operations and even a new, unsecured server that led to staff being deluged by obscene spam emails.Noaa is currently being upended by Donald Trump’s desire to slash the federal government workforce, with more than 1,000 people already fired or resigning from the agency and 1,000 more staffers are expected to be removed as the purge continues. In total, this represents around 20% of the Noaa’s workforce. Continue reading...

Politics

6 d. ago Liza Minnelli documentary sheds light on those who helped shape a superstar

The documentary “Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story” offers fresh insight into an EGOT winner who overcame addiction, insecurity and the shadow of her mother — Judy Garland — to become a beloved American icon

Politics

1 week ago Tesla Takedown: everything you need to know about the protests against Elon Musk

Explore the global movement aiming to cut Elon Musk's funding and disrupt his influence, plus details on the London protest

Events

1 week ago Cardiff University staff vote to strike and take action that could disrupt graduations in cuts row

Staff have voted overwhelmingly to walk out and/or join a marking boycott in the face of compulsory redundancies

Politics

2 w. ago Revealed: George Foreman's inspirational last post just weeks before the heavyweight legend's death at 76

The iconic American heavyweight leaves behind a remarkable legacy, which includes a famous fight against Muhammad Ali , known as the 'Rumble in the Jungle'.

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2 w. ago London’s Heathrow Airport closed after nearby fire cuts power; global flight schedules disrupted

London’s Heathrow Airport closed after nearby fire cuts power; global flight schedules disrupted  The Straits Times

Society

2 w. ago Bill Gates warns he can’t make up funding difference after US government stripped global health payments: report

Cuts to foreign aid have resulted in disruptions to life-saving health care in multiple countries

Events

2 w. ago The iconic British treat that's about to be sold in America for the first time

An iconic British treat will soon make its way across the pond and be available  in Target stores across America.

Politics

2 w. ago 'Iconic' Traitors contestant finds fame in the US as delighted American viewers discover season three fan

After the American version of the show ended on March 6, streaming company Peacock decided to fill The Traitors-shaped hole in viewers' lives by releasing season three of its British counterpart.

Politics

3 w. ago ‘They lock us in like sheep’: new Israeli checkpoints and barriers raise fears in the West Bank

Israel’s iron gates and roadblocks are cutting off communities from major transport routes, disrupting work, education and aid suppliesThe road to Atara from Ramallah winds through the hills and valleys of the occupied W est Bank. To drive the nine miles to the village from the de facto capital of the Palestinian Authority should take about half an hour, despite the potholes and traffic.These days, the taxi drivers waiting for fares on Radio Street in the north of the city shrug when asked when they will arrive at their destination. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Netflix bans documentary about American music icon after major complaint

Netflix has halted a nine hour in depth documentary that was being made about music icon Prince, after the streaming service struck a new deal with the musician's estate

Culture

4 w. ago BGT icon Susan Boyle's secret health battle and 'romance' with American doctor

Susan Boyle's Britain's Got Talent audition went down in history as the most popular ever, helping the Scots star achieve worldwide fame and an incredible fortune, and it's been an interesting journey for Subo ever since...

Society