Is the race for clean energy losing momentum? | Business and Economy
The US is pivoting back to fossil fuels, China is ramping up renewables, while Europe is trying to catch up.It is not just a race…
‘I was urged to avoid a holiday to this popular Italian city – but I went anyway’
The city has a reputation for being dirty, dangerous and chaotic – but it is also a city of contrasts, with incredible art, food and…
Coleen Nolan forced to apologise to emotional Loose Women co-star after blunder
Coleen Nolan was forced to make an on-air apology after she made an awkward blunder. Source link
US bombs and chemicals ravage Vietnam 50 years after the war’s end
American bombs and chemicals are still killing and maiming people 50 years after the end of the Vietnam war. Source link
'I took a £700 luxury train and now I can never get on the Tube again'
The Northern Belle offers sweeping pastoral views, gourmet cuisine and a slice of elegance from a bygone era - just try not to let it…
A medical researcher is wrongly snagged by Trump’s word police
SAN FRANCISCO — Nisha Acharya, an eye doctor and UC San Francisco professor, was at her campus clinic tending patients when a surprising email arrived.Her federal research…
All-Ireland SFC draw: Beaten Ulster finalists face ‘Group of Death’ in Sam Maguire series
This year's beaten Ulster SFC finalists - Armagh or Donegal - will drop into the so-called 'Group of Death' in the All-Ireland series. The losers…
Trump’s “abysmally low” ratings worse than other presidents | Al Jazeera
Political analyst Eric Ham discusses Trump’s low approval ratings in his first 100 days and the president’s defiance.Eric Ham, a political analyst, talks about Trump’s…
Israel’s legitimacy on international stage “taking yet more hits” | Al Jazeera
Michael Lynk unpacks the ICJ case as over 40 nations say Israel’s ban on the UN’s aid agency breaks international human rights law.Lawyer Michael Lynk…
Great British Menu star chef closes Michelin-listed restaurant after seven years in ‘very difficult’ decision
A GREAT British Menu star has been forced to close his Michelin-listed restaurant after seven years, in a blow to the hospitality industry.Fhior, run by…
Several killed in sectarian clashes near Damascus, Syria | Syria’s War
NewsFeedSyrian security forces have been sent to restore calm after fighting broke out near Damascus. More than 20 people were killed in gunfights in the…
Stupid things it’s fine to get worked up about instead of shit that matters
DON’T sweat the small stuff, say wankers everywhere, but life does not seem to bear that out. Here are five stupid things it’s fine to…
Anti-tourist mob attacks holidaymakers with water guns as they vow Spain faces ‘long hot summer’ of protest carnage
AN ANTI-tourist mob fired water pistols at holidaymakers aboard a tour bus outside Barcelona's Sagrada Familia.The attack marks the start of a long Summer of…
A Times investigation: LAFD union head made $540,000 in a year, with huge overtime payouts
Long before the devastating fire in Pacific Palisades, leaders of the Los Angeles Fire Department’s labor union complained that the agency did not have enough…
The Sports Report: Clippers’ (and Kings’) season is one loss away from ending
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Microsoft announces new European datacenters; pledges to follow laws
April 30 (UPI) -- Microsoft announced Wednesday that it has expanded its cloud and AI infrastructure in Europe and will follow local laws. The expansion…
“One issue dominated” Canada’s election: relations with US | Al Jazeera
Cameron Ahmad analyses what Mark Carney’s victory could mean for Canada-US relations.Cameron Ahmad, former director of communications for Justin Trudeau, discusses the dominant issues in…
‘Government Cheese’: David Oyelowo calls out ‘performative’ Hollywood
David and Jessica Oyelowo wear many hats — spouses, parents, actors, producers, directors, writers — and more often than not, they are filling these roles…
Wine warning as waiters caught serving cheap plonk to tourists in posh bottles
Cafes and bistros in the French capital have been cheating customers, including visitors to the city, by replacing high-end wines with cheap alternatives but charging…
Iran hangs man convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad | Espionage News
Mohsen Langarneshin was convicted of aiding Mossad operations for two years, including the killing of an IRGC colonel.Iran has executed a “senior spy” on charges…