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Russian military plane crash in Crimea kills at least 29

The plane crashed in a mountainous forest area not far from Crimea's capital, Simferopol. Since the Kremlin sent troops into Ukraine, incidents involving Russian military planes have occurred frequently.

Deutsche Welle - World - 34 minutes ago

White House renovations: What exactly is Trump changing?

Donald Trump’s plan to build a new ballroom got under way last month

Evening Standard - Top Stories - 51 minutes ago

Live: Iranian missile hits oil tanker in Qatar, defence ministry says

Meanwhile, Trump says US strongly considering Nato exit, Telegraph reports

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Russian military plane crash kills 29 in occupied Crimea

Russian authorities say a technical malfunction caused the An-26 to crash into a cliff.

BBC News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Man appears in court after pedestrians hit by car in Derby city centre

Sandhu Ponnachan, 36, appeared at Derbyshire Magistrates' Court accused of dangerous driving.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Kanye West hit with wild warnings by mystery man as video explodes on April Fool's Day

On April Fool's Day, Kanye West will never have the faintest idea that his video shot nearly two decades ago has set fire to social media. In the resurfaced clip, there was an interaction with a...

International The News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Russian military plane crash in Crimea kills 29 people

A Russian military plane has crashed in annexed Crimea, killing six crew and 23 passengers on board. Russian news agencies reported the crash early Wednesday, citing the country’s Defense Ministry,

Lancaster Online - World - 1 hour ago

Trump says US may exit Iran war soon as new attacks hit Gulf states and Iran

"Iran doesn't have to make a deal," says US President Donald Trump.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 hour ago

Israeli strikes hit Beirut overnight

Israel say they killed a senior Hezbollah commander in airstrikes on the Lebanese capital overnight.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Qatar intercepts two cruise missiles; third hits tanker -- m read

Qatar intercepts two Iranian cruise missiles as a third hits Qatar Energy oil tanker in territorial waters; all 21 crew safely evacuated, no casualties reported.

Gulf News - World - 2 hours ago

Serbia's Vucic hits back at neighboring NATO member

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said he would never be “a lackey” as a diplomatic row with Croatia led to the scrapping of a regional summit

Russia Today - US News - 2 hours ago

Iran hits Israel after Trump says US will end war 'soon'

An Iranian missile has wounded 14 people in central Israel, while Israel bombed Beirut, killing seven. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has said the US could end its campaign in the next two to three weeks. DW has more.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

ASX adds $68bn as rate rises hit Sydney and Melbourne property prices

The ASX 200 rebounds strongly after its worst month in four years, adding nearly $70 billion in value as hopes grow for an easing in global tensions, with insights from Matt Sherwood at Perpetual. At the same time, rising interest rates are beginning to weigh on the housing market, with Sydney and…

SBS - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

The Drama review: Zendaya and Robert Pattinson hit their mark ★★★★★

Here comes the bride – with a glorious train of discourse-inducing dark comedy in her wake

Evening Standard - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

LIVE UPDATES: Qatar intercepts missiles, one hits QatarEnergy oil tanker

Doha, Qatar: Qatar s Defence Ministry confirmed that three cruise missiles were launched from Iran with the armed forces intercepting two, while one h...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 3 hours ago

'Missile launched from Iran' hits oil tanker off Qatar's coast

US-Israeli strikes continue across Iran, hitting pharmaceutical companies and steel plants in Isfahan and Farokhshar.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

What has it gained in assisting Russia, and how does its new knowledge affect global security?

Ukraine fears that North Korea is becoming a greater military threat by helping Russia in its war. What has it gained in assisting Russia, and how does its new knowledge affect global security?

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Russian military plane crash kills 29 people

ALBAWABA - A Russian military plane crashed over the Crimean Peninsula, leaving 29 people killed, the Defence Ministry announced on Wednesday.According

Albawaba - World - 4 hours ago

What to make of US allowing Russian oil tanker to reach Cuba

A Russian tanker filled with crude oil has reached Cuba. The Trump administration allowed it to go through after blocking shipments for weeks. Reports indicate the tanker was carrying some 730,000 barrels of crude oil.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 4 hours ago

Man (36) to appear in court today after seven pedestrians hit by car in Derby

A 36-year-old man is due to appear in court accused of dangerous driving after seven people were injured when a car hit pedestrians in Derby.

Independent.ie - World - 5 hours ago

Larvotto hits thick gold-antimony with tungsten credits in NSW

Larvotto Resources’ drilling of the Metz Mining Centre at its Hillgrove antimony-gold project in NSW has delivered thick antimony-gold zones combined with high-grade tungsten.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 5 hours ago

Shohei Ohtani battles through the rain to throw a one-hit gem in Dodgers' win

Shohei Ohtani yields just one hit over six innings in his season debut on the mound in the Dodgers' 4-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 5 hours ago

Strikes hit southern Lebanese village, damage buildings and vehicles

Video. Israeli strikes hit a village in southern Lebanon, damaging buildings and emergency vehicles as rescue teams responded

Euronews - World - 5 hours ago

Trump to give "important update on Iran" tonight in prime-time speech -- President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.

President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.

CBS News - Politics - 6 hours ago

Outstanding govt debt hits a record P18.16T in Feb

MANILA, Philippines — The government’s outstanding debt hit a new record high in February driven primarily by additional domestic borrowing to fund national development projects.

Manila Times - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Judge orders halt to Trump's White House ballroom construction

WASHINGTON: A US judge on Tuesday (Mar 31) ordered a halt to construction of President Donald Trump's massive White House ballroom, which has already seen the historic East Wing completely torn down.Trump is "

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Gas hits shocking high in Los Angeles — as diesel sets record

Gas and diesel prices in California are soaring Tuesday, climbing past already elevated levels and putting increasing pressure on commuters as fuel shortages drive costs higher.

New York Post - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Defense-and-pitching Red Sox lose again to Astros as defense and pitching falters, and offense remains hit-starved

Top to bottom, and with some weirdness in between, the Red Sox struggled throughout their fourth straight loss. The series concludes with a Wednesday matinee.

Boston Globe - Sports - 8 hours ago

Russian military plane crashes in Crimea, 29 dead — TASS

MOSCOW, Russia — A Russian Antonov-26 military plane crashed while flying over the Crimean peninsula, killing 29 people, the TASS news agency reported Wednesday, quoting Russia's defence ministry.

Manila Times - World - 8 hours ago

Trump to Address the Nation With 'Important Update' on Iran War: White House

President Donald Trump earlier indicated that the U.S. military may conclude its combat operations against Iran within weeks.

Epoch Times - US News - 8 hours ago

All the changes coming this month that will hit your finances

Households face higher bills from April across energy, water, broadband, TV and transport. But there are some good things happening for your finances, too - we explain all below.

Sky News - Business - 9 hours ago

Court orders Trump to halt White House ballroom construction

The judge said US presidents are not owners of the White House and Congress must approve any changes to the building.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Weekend Downstate scores: Caesar Rodney gets no-hitter for first softball win

CAMDEN — Montana Fox and Chloe LaMotte combined on a five-inning no-hitter as Caesar Rodney High blanked Dickinson, 16-0, in softball on Saturday afternoon. The victory was the first of the …

Bay to Bay News - Sports - 9 hours ago

Bad defense sinks Fedde, White Sox in 9-2 loss to Marlins

Luisangel Acuna was charged with two throwing errors and narrowly avoided a full-speed collision with Tristan Peters.

Chicago Sun-Times - Sports - 9 hours ago

Key lefty hits possible speed bump in his Yankees injury rehab

Rodón had thrown 50 pitches in a live batting practice on Sunday in Tampa.

New York Post - Sports - 9 hours ago

Judge temporarily halts Trump's $400m White House ballroom project

District Judge Richard Leon says construction has to stop until Congress provides statutory authorisation.

Aljazeera - World - 9 hours ago

Judge pauses construction of Trump's White House ballroom

Trump must seek approval from Congress to use private funds to build a 90,000-square-foot ballroom, a federal judge said

Independent UK - World - 10 hours ago

Trump to address nation on Iran war Wednesday night, White House says

President Donald Trump said he expected that U.S. military forces will leave Iran in "two or three weeks."

CNBC - US News - 10 hours ago

600 vacant city lots to hit the market Wednesday, including 55 for affordable housing

The $34 million in lots includes 30 parcels in West Englewood and South Chicago for Missing Middle housing and a 2.6-acre site in Austin that could support up to 140 new homes, according to the city agency.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Trump blasts judge as 'so wrong' after ruling pauses construction on his beloved White House ballroom

Trump must seek approval from Congress to use private funds to build a 90,000-square-foot ballroom, a federal judge said

Independent UK - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

White House App Faces Questions Over OneSignal Tracking — As Data Is Sent To Overseas Servers Despite 'No Filter' Claims

The White House app is scrutinized for potential privacy issues due to third-party data handling, raising questions about user data transparency.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Judge orders Trump to pause construction of US$400-million White House ballroom

A U.S. judge said on Tuesday that President Donald Trump cannot construct his planned US$400-million ballroom on ​the site of the White House's demolished East Wing without approval from Congress, halting one of the Republican president's most visible efforts to reshape the seat of American power.

The Globe and Mail - World - 12 hours ago

U.S. judge halts construction of Trump's $400M White House ballroom -- News -- - -- World -- |

A U.S. federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Trump administration to suspend its construction of a $400 million US ballroom on the site where it demolished the East Wing of the White House, barring construction work from proceeding without congressional approval.

CBC News - World - 13 hours ago

Judge blocks Trump White House ballroom project; administration appeals

The National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States sued President Trump and the National Park Service over the White House ballroom project.

CNBC - Politics - 13 hours ago

Judge Orders Trump Administration To Halt White House Ballroom Construction

"The President of the United States is the steward of the White House for future generations of First Families. He is not, however, the owner!” wrote U.S. District Judge Richard Leon.

Huffington Post - Weird - 13 hours ago

Judge orders Trump administration to halt White House ballroom construction unless Congress OKs it

WASHINGTON — A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Trump administration to suspend its construction of a $400 million ballroom where it demolished the East Wing of the White House, barring constructi

The Columbian - Politics - 14 hours ago

'Nothing Wrong': White House Responds to Pope Leo XIV's Criticism of Donald Trump's War in Iran

Karoline Leavitt has defended Donald Trump's Iran war after Pope Leo XIV said 'God does not listen to the prayer of those who wage war', insisting there is 'nothing wrong' with the White House urging Americans to pray for troops.

International Business Times - World - 14 hours ago

U.S. allows passage of sanctioned Russian tanker into Cuba despite energy blockade

Shortage of petroleum has exacerbated Cuba’s deep economic crisis as the country relies on imports to sustain its energy grid

The Globe and Mail - World - 14 hours ago

Trump advisers fear GOP midterm losses as gas prices spike -- White House officials have been trying to drum up new strategies to prevent a GOP wipeout in the midterm elections.

White House officials have been trying to drum up new strategies to prevent a GOP wipeout in the midterm elections.

CBS News - Politics - 14 hours ago

Strikes hit Lebanon as Israel vows to occupy swathe of south after war

Israel threatened to occupy southern Lebanon after carrying out strikes near Beirut’s airport.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 15 hours ago

Russian oil tanker arrives in Cuba, the first in three months as island struggles under US blockade

Russian vessel Anatoly Kolodkin docked Tuesday at the Cuban port of Matanzas laden with 730,000 barrels of oil, marking the first time in three months that an oil tanker reached the island.

The Globe and Mail - World - 15 hours ago

Judge temporarily blocks construction of Trump's White House ballroom -- A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,

CBS News - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Broadway Box Office: 'Just In Time' Hits $2 Million For Jonathan Groff's Final Week

Five show began previews last week, including 'The Rocky Horror Show' and 'The Lost Boys.'

Hollywood Reporter - Technology - 16 hours ago

Bystander shot, car hit by gunfire crashes off Mag Mile

A 25-year-old woman was walking outside and was struck in the thigh by gunfire, police said. She was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital where she was in fair condition.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Iran war's impact is spreading beyond oil, hitting helium and aluminum -- Shortages of helium, a byproduct of natural gas processing, could create problems for semiconductor and medical equipment manufacturers.

Shortages of helium, a byproduct of natural gas processing, could create problems for semiconductor and medical equipment manufacturers.

CBS News - World - 17 hours ago

Martin criticises Hungarian foreign minister's 'very sinister' backchannel talks with Russia

The latest live updates as the war in the Middle East continues

Irish Times - World - 17 hours ago

Hungary under fire after leaked audio reveals efforts to help Russia overturn EU sanctions

Recording purports to capture phone call between foreign ministers of Hungary and Russia

Irish Times - World - 18 hours ago

Gold has its worst month since 2008 recession — why the Iran war is hitting metals

Gold is on track for its worst monthly decline since 2008 as a historic energy supply shock amid the war in Iran spooks investors who were hoping for interest-rate cuts.

New York Post - Business - 18 hours ago

Russia will not sell oil to price cap backers – Moscow

Russia will not supply oil to countries backing the price cap as global demand has surged amid the Middle East conflict, Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko says

Russia Today - World - 18 hours ago

Police find drug-smuggling tunnel with rail system and cranes in Spain -- Police said two people headed the network, including one person considered to be the "narco-architect" and "mastermind of the tunnels."

Police said two people headed the network, including one person considered to be the "narco-architect" and "mastermind of the tunnels."

CBS News - World - 18 hours ago

Hegseth Says Number of Iranian Missiles Fired Has Hit Lowest Point Since Start of War

‘Our job is to ensure that we compel Iran to realize that this new regime ... is in a better place if they make that deal,’ the Pentagon chief says.

Epoch Times - US News - 18 hours ago

Russian tanker docks in Cuba after bypassing US oil blockade (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

Cuba is set to receive a humanitarian oil shipment from Russia, following months of a US blockade that has led to severe fuel shortages and recurring power cuts across the island

Russia Today - US News - 19 hours ago

Tiger Woods arrested in DUI crash with 'white pills' found in his pocket, affidavit says

Tiger Woods was arrested in Florida on DUI charges after a rollover crash, with prescription hydrocodone pills found in his pocket, per court records.

Fox News - Sports - 19 hours ago

Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba, the 1st since US blockade

The tanker carrying some 730,000 barrels of crude oil is sanctioned by the US, the EU and the UK amid the war in Ukraine. It comes as Cuba struggles with severe shortages after Trump's total oil blockade since January.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 19 hours ago

Russia urges clarity on Zelenskyy cease-fire proposal, signals skepticism

Russia on Tuesday called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to provide concrete details on his proposed Easter cease-fire, while expressing doubt...

Daily Sabah - World - 20 hours ago

Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022 -- The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine​ sent crude oil prices surging.

The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine​ sent crude oil prices surging.

CBS News - Business - 23 hours ago

Microsoft hit with UK competition regulator probe over software business

The U.K.'s Competition and Markets Authority had "concerns around Microsoft's licensing practices in cloud", Chief Executive Sarah Cardell, said.

CNBC - US News - 23 hours ago

Russia's North Caucasus hit by massive flooding, thousands evacuated - Flooding triggered by heavy rain has forced thousands of people to evacuate in southern Russia's North Caucasus region. 30/03/2026

Video. Flooding triggered by heavy rain has forced thousands of people to evacuate in southern Russia’s North Caucasus region.

Euronews - World - 23 hours ago

US Gas Price Hits $4 per Gallon Amid Iran War

The national average price for a gallon of diesel climbed to $5.416, compared with $3.758 last month.

Epoch Times - Business - 1 day ago

Russia 'doomed to defeat' - as ultranationalist blogger warns 'shameful peace' looms

Ukraine's president visited Qatar and Jordan over the weekend and denied reports US weapons were being redirected to the Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, three people died in a Russian airstrike in Donetsk. Catch up on the latest below.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Average US pump prices hit highest since 2022 amid Iran war

Average retail price of gasoline in the U.S. surpassed $4 a gallon for the first time in more than three ⁠years on Monday, data from price tracking...

Daily Sabah - Business - 1 day ago

Jack Whitehall named as latest Saturday Night Live UK host

The actor and comedian follows in the footsteps of Tina Fey and Jamie Dornan.

Evening Standard - Entertainment - 1 day ago

SM City Zamboanga: Architecture inspired by vinta, weaving and the art of the South

SM Supermalls unveils SM City Zamboanga, its 90th mall in the Philippines, designed as an architectural expression of the culture and artistry of the Zamboanga Peninsula. The mall translates the city’s rich visual traditions into a contemporary lifestyle space where design reflects identity, heritage and movement.

Manila Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Iranian ambassador to Russia dismisses Trump's claims about talks

Iran’s ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali has told RT that US and Israel are “planning” strikes, not talks with Tehran

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

US attacks Iranian nuclear site while Tehran hits oil tanker off the Dubai coast

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A likely strike by the United States hit the central Iranian city of Isfahan early Tuesday, sending a massive fireball into the sky, and Tehran struck a fully …

Bay to Bay News - World - 1 day ago

Cuba to receive a sanctioned Russian oil tanker as it struggles under U.S. blockade

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Monday said Russia had previously discussed its oil shipment to Cuba with the United States. “Russia considers it its duty not to stand aside, but to provide the necessary assistance to our Cuban friends,” he told reporters.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 day ago

France tries Masonic hit squad in high-profile murder case

A sprawling murder trial opened in France on Monday, with 22 defendants accused of operating covert hit squads linked to a Masonic lodge, in a case that...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Trump Blinks As Russia Defies U.S. Blockade, Delivers Oil To Cuba

Asked about Trump’s decision to allow the Russian oil tanker and not ones from other nations, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt called it "a decision that will continue to be made on a case-by-case basis.”

Huffington Post - World - 1 day ago

White House Responds After Pope Leo Says God Rejects Prayers of War Leaders

The White House defends prayer for U.S. troops after Pope Leo XIV says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage war.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Cuba to receive sanctioned Russian oil, 1st such delivery this year

Cuba was preparing Monday to receive a Russian tanker under sanctions carrying about 730,000 barrels of crude, marking the island’s first such delivery...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 1 day ago

White House Responds to Spain Closing Airspace to US Military

The White House said it “does not need help from Spain or anyone else” after Madrid closed its airspace to U.S. planes.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Gina Gershon turned down a lead in hit horror franchise over 'exploitative' nude scene

In Hollywood, the "Showgirls" actress has always trusted her gut.

New York Post - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Second Opinion -- Does hitting menopause before 40 cause major health issues later in life? Scientists are aiming to find out -- Lauren Pelley -- News -- - -- Health -- |

Most women enter menopause in their mid-40s or 50s, but for those hitting this transformational life stage earlier, scientists warn there could be a heightened risk of future health impacts, like heart attacks and dementia.

CBC News - Health - 1 day ago

Turkish Seddülbahir Fortress wins international architecture award

Seddülbahir Fortress, established by Sultan Mehmed IV’s mother, Hatice Turhan Sultan, has been honored with an international award in the “Wonder...

Daily Sabah - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Indian rupee hits fresh record low past 95 per dollar

Mumbai, India: India s rupee fell to a record low of more than 95 to the dollar on Monday, before recovering, despite recent efforts by the central ba...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russia welcomes arrival of oil tanker in Cuba after Trump allows blockade breach

A Russian oil tanker carrying a humanitarian shipment of 100,000 tons of crude oil reportedly arrived in Cuba on Monday.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

Artisanal Spirits Company losses widen to £7 million in hit from US disruption

The Scotch Malt Whiskey Society owner said the US government shutdown dragged on its sales and earnings in 2025.

Evening Standard - Business - 1 day ago

Machines Do, Humans Decide: When Jevons Paradox Hits the Workforce

Balkrishan “BK” Kalra argues the Jevons paradox will reshape the workforce as AI shifts humans from doing work to owning outcomes.

Newsweek - Opinion - 2 days ago

Frontier Airlines flight hit by bomb threat at Atlanta Airport, probe launched

A Frontier Airlines flight travelling from Columbus, Ohio, to Atlanta in the United States triggered a major security nightmare on March 29, after a passenger issued a verbal bomb threat as the...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

Trump says he'll allow Russian oil tanker to reach Cuba despite blockade

President Trump says he has 'no problem' with a Russian oil tanker delivering relief to Cuba, which is in crisis because of a U.S. oil blockade.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

US Has No Problem With Russian Oil Tanker Sending Supply to Cuba, Trump Says

This came as a Russian-flagged oil tanker carrying about 730,000 barrels of oil was heading to the Port of Matanzas in Cuba.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Trump reverses course on Cuban oil blockade, allows Russian tanker to pass

U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday he had "no problem" with any country sending in crude as a Russian tanker neared a Cuban port in an apparent reversal.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

At least one killed in Ukrainian attack on Russian city – governor

At least one man was killed and another wounded in the southern Russian city of Taganrog in a Ukrainian drone attack, according to local governor

Russia Today - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Hit show North of North has a soundtrack full of bangers by Indigenous artists now reaching a global audience -- Christine Pagulayan -- -

Thanks to the hit show North of North, Indigenous artists featured on its soundtrack are seeing their songs reach listeners around the world. They and other Indigenous people in the music industry say this kind of exposure lets them share authentic stories and educate new audiences about Indigenous history and culture through their music.

CBC News - Entertainment - 2 days ago

As more EVs hit the road, this gap in our tax system needs fixing

The fuel crisis helps to illustrate why a road user charge makes sense – and why it should happen sooner rather than later.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

Russia wants to legalize cars stolen in EU

Vehicles stolen in the EU may soon be legally registered in Russia. One German police union fears this could lead to an increase in car thefts in Europe.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 2 days ago

Trump's approval ratings just hit a new low. A Latino voter shift could reshape the midterms

Trump approval hits lows as Latino voters and young men peel away, with economy concerns and Iran war backlash reshaping 2026 midterm outlook.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

US Office-to-Apartment Conversions Hit New Record: Report

At the beginning of this year, 90,300 apartments were in the process of conversion nationwide, according to RentCafe.

Epoch Times - Business - 3 days ago

Iran war: Israel hits Iranian heavy water nuclear reactor

A research reactor in Iran's Khondab was hit by airstrikes, an Iranian official said, stressing there was no radiation leak. The UN warns of a potential "catastrophe" in Lebanon.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 3 days ago

Russia Launches Over 270 Drones In Ukraine Overnight, Killing At Least 5

“Last night, the Russians launched a massive strike on Odesa. There was no military purpose whatsoever — this was pure terror against ordinary civilian life, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

Huffington Post - World - 3 days ago

Suda's new hero doesn't quite hit the mark in Romeo Is a Dead Man

The video game Romeo Is a Dead Man does not live up to the expectations for a title from designer Goichi Suda.

Stars and Stripes - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Robot walks alongside melania Trump in the white house, creates buzz

ALBAWABA - U.S. First Lady Melania Trump was escorted by a humanoid robot at a White House event aimed at advancing artificial intelligence in education

Albawaba - Business - 4 days ago

THE FIFTH ESTATE - Canada loaning millions to proposed Nunavik rare earth mining project linked to Trump White House - Scott Anderson, Andrew Culbert, Steven D'Souza - News - Canada - | March 27

Amid Prime Minister Mark Carney’s calls that the Canada-U.S. relationship is ruptured, Ottawa has committed $175-million to a mining project in northern Quebec whose major U.S. investor is closely linked to the Trump administration.

CBC News - Business - 4 days ago

Your Costco run is about to get way faster as new tech hits warehouses

Costco's new pre-scan checkout pilot reportedly cuts checkout times to eight seconds, as the warehouse giant bets on high-speed tech to keep members loyal.

Fox News - Business - 4 days ago

Russian attack on World Heritage sites in Lviv causes uproar

Several World Heritage sites were hit in the latest Russian attack on Lviv in western Ukraine. Ukraine has called on Russia to be completely isolated in the cultural sector.

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as unprecedented heat smashes records all over Earth

Arctic sea ice has shrunk to a tie for its lowest winter peak on record.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 days ago

A Swiss company sustainably extracts gold dust from the earth — a real hit with customers.

A Swiss company uses a sustainable method to extract gold dust from the ground. This chemical-free process makes natural gold especially pure and is popular with buyers.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 4 days ago

Trump Is 'Bored' With Iran War And Just 'Wants to Move On', White House Insiders Say

President Trump is getting "bored" with Iran and would like to move on to other things, according to a report.

International Business Times - World - 4 days ago

Rocket Report: Russia reopens gateway to ISS; Cape Canaveral hosts missile test

The US Space Force might move additional payloads off of ULA's grounded Vulcan rocket.

Ars Technica - Science - 4 days ago

F1 season hits pause after Iran war cancels Bahrain, Saudi races

The Japanese Grand Prix may be just the third race of the Formula One season, but it marks the start of a five-week hiatus after Bahrain and Saudi Arabia...

Daily Sabah - Sports - 4 days ago

On The Comeback, AI gets the last laugh -- Melanie McFarland -- As Lisa Kudrow's Valerie Cherish takes the pulse of AI's Hollywood takeover, so does a new film hitting theaters

As Lisa Kudrow’s Valerie Cherish takes the pulse of AI’s Hollywood takeover, so does a new film hitting theaters.

Salon - Top Stories - 5 days ago

View from Russia: The real reason men hate women-only spaces

A new women-only pub in Minsk ignites online outrage, raising questions about safety, gender boundaries, and why exclusive spaces still trigger backlash

Russia Today - Opinion - 5 days ago

Global trading system hit by 'worst disruptions in the past 80 years': WTO chief

Yaound : The global trading system is experiencing the worst disruptions in the past 80 years , World Trade Organization chief Ngozi Okonjo Iweala wa...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Bill Maher to Receive Mark Twain Prize for Humor After White House Had Called It "Fake News"

“This is fake news. Bill Maher will NOT be getting this award,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said last week.

Hollywood Reporter - Politics - 5 days ago

Maine lobster industry hit by harsh winter, falling catch and rising costs

A decline in lobster catch because of brutally cold temperatures this season may have the price tag of lobster rolls going up.

Fox News - Business - 6 days ago

Helium hitch: Why US-Israel war on Iran could cause MRI scan delays

Shortage of helium will have ripple effects across medical and other industries.

Aljazeera - Science - 6 days ago

Army Speeds AI Warfighting Push as US Troops are in Active Combat -- An Army test used AI tools to hit 15 targets in one hour, signaling a rapid shift in how battlefield decisions are made and...

An Army test used AI tools to hit 15 targets in one hour, signaling a rapid shift in how battlefield decisions are made and how quickly units can strike.

Military.com - US News - 6 days ago

Germany's green reputation hits a crossroads

Germany's new climate spend is big on wind power and e‑mobility. Some call it real momentum, others say it’s basically a green band‑aid.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 6 days ago

Melania Trump Hosts 45 First Spouses at White House for Second Day of Fostering the Future Together Summit

First Lady Melania Trump on Tuesday welcomed leaders from around the world, including first spouses, to the White House for day two of the Fostering The Future Together Global Coalition Summit, which is focused on empowering children worldwide through technology and education.

Breitbart - Technology - 6 days ago

Human Relations Commissioner Andrade resigns after concerns antisemitism report draft was 'whitewashed'

A report triggered by a 58% rise in reported anti-Jewish hate crimes from 2023 to 2024 focused solely on the surge in incidents of antisemitism in Chicago. But when the report was forwarded to the mayor’s office in November, a consultant was hired to broaden it to encompass all hate incidents.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 6 days ago

Russian oil at premium over Middle East war – Bloomberg

Indian refiners have booked around 60 million barrels of Russian oil at $5-15 above Brent price as the Strait of Hormuz disruption tightens Middle East supplies

Russia Today - Business - 6 days ago

EU shelves Russian oil ban as Iran war rattles energy markets

The EU has reportedly postponed a proposal to ban Russian oil imports, removing the draft from the agenda as the Iran war fuels energy price turmoil

Russia Today - Business - 7 days ago

Trump's Latest White House Horror: A Zombie Columbus Statue

A Baltimore statue torn down in 2020 has been resurrected on the White House grounds.

New York Magazine - Politics - 8 days ago

Report: Hungary using more Russian oil, despite EU phase out

A new report by the Center for the Study of Democracy, shared exclusively with DW, says that Hungary has increased its dependence on Russian oil since 2021. It has also become highly dependent on Russian gas.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 8 days ago

As mosquitoes go year-round in L.A., a promising fix hits a snag

To curb a dengue-carrying mosquito, L.A. County officials are releasing sterilized males. The approach is promising, but funding to expand it is uncertain.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 10 days ago

US: Hawaii hit by historic flooding, more rain coming

Thousands of people on the Hawaiian island of Oahu have been evacuated as winter storms dump masses of water on its already saturated soil. Meteorologists say more heavy rains are expected over the coming days.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 10 days ago

Trump Approval Hits New Low — and Iran War Won't Help

If the unpopular and economically damaging conflict drags on, Trump and the GOP are in serious trouble for the midterms.

New York Magazine - Politics - 11 days ago

'Climate change in real time': US hit by record-shattering heatwave

‘Insurers walking away’ is the clearest sign unpredictable weather extremes are spiralling out of control, one expert says.

Euronews - Environment - 11 days ago

I'd never been to a gym — then I got hit by a truck and became a powerlifting champion in my 60s

The collision left her with a broken femur and put her out of work for a month. It also put her on the path to becoming a champion powerlifter.

New York Post - Health - 11 days ago

Federal cyber experts called Microsoft's cloud a 'pile of shit,' approved it anyway

One Microsoft product was approved despite years of concerns about its security.

Ars Technica - Business - 13 days ago

Trump says White House chief of staff Susie Wiles has breast cancer

Wiles "will be spending virtually full time at the White House" while being treated for breast cancer, President Donald Trump said.

CNBC - Health - 14 days ago

Foreign residents in Dubai apartment block hit by drone 'arrested'

Authorities in Dubai have reportedly detained several foreign residents for sharing drone images of skyscraper hit by drone

Evening Standard - World - 15 days ago

Supply-chain attack using invisible code hits GitHub and other repositories

Unicode that's invisible to the human eye was largely abandoned—until attackers took notice.

Ars Technica - Business - 18 days ago

US eases Russian oil restrictions amid Iran crisis

The US issued a 30-day sanctions waiver on Russian oil and petroleum products currently at sea as prices surge amid the Iran war

Russia Today - Business - 18 days ago

Massive asteroid hit the North Sea and triggered a 330-foot tsunami

New research shows structure is one of Earth’s rare impact craters after massive asteroid struck region millions of years ago

Independent UK - Science - 19 days ago

Why Trump's war with Iran will help fund Russia's assault on Ukraine

The Kremlin is set to enjoy a boost as US President Donald Trump lifts sanctions and its oil becomes more valuable.

Sky News - World - 19 days ago

Forbidden movies: Russia bans films that reject so-called 'traditional values'

'Traditional values' in the law include patriotism, service to the fatherland, high morals, a strong family, productive labor, and the priority of the spiritual over the material.

Global Voices - Entertainment - 19 days ago

Chilean Smiljan Radić Clarke wins top Pritzker Architecture Prize

The Chilean master of modern design has finally been named as winner of the world's leading architecture award after his prize giving was delayed by disclosures about Tom Pritzker's links with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Euronews - Entertainment - 19 days ago

Gig workers feel pain at the pump as gas prices hit 21-month highs

A network of millions of Americans who offer services like making deliveries or providing rideshare services are feeling the effects of rising gas prices.

CNBC - Business - 19 days ago

China prioritizes Russian gas amid Middle East conflict – media

China has signaled its intention to secure more natural gas from Russia in the draft version of its development blueprint for 2026–2030

Russia Today - Business - 22 days ago

Iran war fuels 'significant' rise in Russian energy demand: Kremlin

The war in Iran has driven a sharp rise in demand for Russia's oil and gas, the Kremlin said Friday, helping lift exports that have been hit in recent...

Daily Sabah - Business - 25 days ago

Here's how the U.S.-Iran war is already hitting consumers' pocketbooks

The U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend gave way to a week with topsy-turvy markets, spiking mortgage rates and higher prices at the pump.

CNBC - Business - 25 days ago

Trump honors Messi, Inter Miami at White House after MLS Cup win

Lionel Messi presented U.S. President Donald Trump with a jewel-studded pink football ball during a White House ceremony honoring Inter Miami CF for...

Daily Sabah - Sports - 26 days ago

Sir Chris Whitty warns 'too many' non-experts involved in puberty blocker debate

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch and Harry Potter author JK Rowling have expressed concern over a trial going ahead.

Evening Standard - Health - 26 days ago

Senate prioritizes Housing as Crypto bill hits new impasse, stalling Trump's 'Clarity Act' agenda

A heated debate over landmark crypto legislation is ongoing, following the banks’ surprising revelation that they could not back a compromise pushed by the White House. This recent...

International The News - Business - 27 days ago

The Iran war could hit Britain — Starmer must prepare our defence

It will take more than 10 days to get the destroyer HMS Dragon tooled up, battle ready and on station to protect Akrotiri and the island of Cyprus from Iranian drone and missile attacks. The RAF base there has already been hit by Iranian Shahed drones, probably launched by Hezbollah allies from Lebanon. True, two Wildcat light helicopters equipped with Martlet missiles have been sent on ahead of the destroyer. Britain is already in the widening war launched by America and Israel at the weekend.

Evening Standard - Opinion - 27 days ago

Iran war may push EU towards Russian gas – key supplier

An energy supply shortfall due to the Iran war could revive the EU debate on gas imports from Russia, the Norwegian energy minister has said

Russia Today - Business - 28 days ago

Trump's White House Ballroom: Plans, Cost, Who's Paying

Why did a federal judge halt construction? Was the East Wing demolition illegal? Is Trump paying a cent? Here’s everything we know.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Trump's White House Ballroom: Plans, Cost, and Who's Really Paying

Why did a federal judge halt construction? Was the East Wing demolition illegal? Is Trump paying a cent? Here’s everything we know.

New York Magazine - Politics - 1 month ago

Marco Rubio declares war on non-white peoples worldwide

Rubio's Munich speech affirmed white Christian supremacy, linking America's racist founding to Europe's imperial past and evangelical expansionism today

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 1 month ago

'A setback': EU fails to approve new Russia sanctions as war drags on

European Union countries have failed to reach a consensus and agree on a 20th package of sanctions against Russia, mainly due to objections from...

Daily Sabah - Business - 1 month ago

All About the White House UFC Fight on Trump's Birthday

The UFC is holding a cage match to celebrate America’s 250th birthday (or maybe Trump). Here’s what we know about plans, tickets, and the fight card.

New York Magazine - Politics - 1 month ago

X outage hits thousands of social media platform users

The platform owned by billionaire Elon Musk was hit by a global outage early in the afternoon but was restored after around two hours.

Evening Standard - Technology - 1 month ago

X hit by 'international outages': monitors

Paris, France: Elon Musk owned social network X was failing to show posts to users in many countries Monday, monitors said, the latest in a series of...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 1 month ago

New world for users and brands as ads hit AI chatbots

Paris, France: The introduction of advertisements and sponsored content in chatbots has spawned privacy concerns for AI users as brands scramble to st...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 1 month ago

Long main resource for Russia, oil revenues now begin to dwindle

Oil and gas exports have so far kept Russia's finances afloat even as its war with Ukraine continues to rage on. But as the fourth anniversary of the...

Daily Sabah - Business - 1 month ago

In a surprise statement, the head of world football has said he believes it is time for Russia to return to the pitch.

In a surprise statement, the head of world football has said he believes it is time for Russia to return to the pitch.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 1 month ago

Super Bowl tickets hit as high as $30,000 ahead of the Patriots-Seahawks showdown

Super Bowl LX ticket prices hit shocking heights with the cheapest seats at $3,590 and the most expensive tickets hitting $30,112 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.

Fox News - Business - 1 month ago

Hit Lord Mandelson with 'full force of law,' says Baroness Hazarika

The Labour peer said the former British ambassador to the US should be ‘investigated robustly by the police without fear or favour’

Evening Standard - Opinion - 1 month ago

Winter Olympics hit by penis enhancement controversy

Claims ski jumpers have been injecting an acid serum into their genitalia to artificially increase the size have been put to the World Anti-Doping Agency.

Sky News - Weird - 1 month ago

Gold, silver hit peaks and stocks struggle on new US-EU trade fears

Hong Kong: Gold and silver hit record highs on Monday while most equity markets fell after Donald Trump revived trade war fears by threatening several...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 2 months ago

London stocks hit record as 2026 kicks off with global gains

London: Stock markets rose Friday, the first trading day of 2026, with London s benchmark FTSE 100 index reaching 10,000 points for the first time....

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Frank Gehry, World-Famous Postmodern Architect, Dead at 96

Gehry is one of only two architects to guest star on The Simpsons.

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 3 months ago

LeBron debuts in NBA record 23rd season as Pistons win streak hits 11

Los Angeles, United States: LeBron James began his NBA record 23rd season for the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday after missing almost the first full mo...

Peninsula Qatar - Sports - 4 months ago

Why are stock markets around the world hitting record highs?

Paris: Why have stock markets around the world from Wall Street to Tokyo and from Paris to Seoul, been striking record highs despite the uncertain...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 5 months ago

Good Morning Britain doctor hits out at Trump's autism claims

Dr Hillary Jones has hit out at Donald Trump’s autism claims, branding them as “unsubstantiated theories based on no evidence whatsoever”. Speaking on Good Morning Britain on Tuesday (23 September), the TV doctor said that Trump and RFK Jr’s claims that the use of paracetamol in pregnancy is linked to an increase risk of autism are “completely erroneous”.

Independent UK - Health - 6 months ago

Russian man arrested under anti-terror law after talking about yoga

The Yarovaya law includes restrictions on religious groups and followers of 'non-traditional' religions

Independent UK - Weird - 7 months ago

The Dose -- This lab asks research volunteers to breathe in toxic fumes — and they do it willingly -- Sameer Chhabra -- Radio -- - -- White Coat -- - -- Black Art

As air quality worsens in Canada due to wildfire smoke, UBC's Air Pollution Exposure Lab is one of the only facilities of its kind in Canada gathering pinpoint data to provide insight into the ways poor air quality is harmful to human health and wellness.

CBC News - Technology - 8 months ago

Can the US pry Russia away from China?

Western politicians have repeatedly called on China to limit or cease tacit support for Russia’s bloody war against Ukraine

Voice of America - Top Stories - 1 year ago

Fear and Chaos Hit Military Families After Sudden Firings of Top Leaders

There is fear, chaos and sadness overwhelming military families behind the scenes. It's being driven by the sudden firing of senior military officers, officers who have demonstrated they care deeply about the community.

Military.com - Opinion - 1 year ago

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

A new UN-backed report released Thursday found Russia has committed war crimes and likely crimes against humanity during its yearlong invasion of Ukraine.

BuzzFeed News - World - 1 year ago

The Worst Snowstorms to Ever Hit New York City

Check out NYC over the years covered in snow.

Inside Edition - Weird - 1 year ago

As Jamaica braces for a direct hit, relief efforts have begun for islands shattered by Hurricane Beryl

Weather experts may be fascinated by Beryl's exceptionality, but those who have been routinely battered fear that all the factors that make Beryl stand out may well become the norm.

Global Voices - Science - 1 year ago

Medvedev beats Rublev in all-Russian final

Daniil Medvedev won the ATP Dubai Duty Free tournament, beating compatriot Andrey Rublev in two sets in Saturday’s final

Russia Today - Sports - 3 years ago

Russian star dethrones UFC pound-for-pound king

Russia’s Islam Makhachev handed Alex Volkanovksi his first loss in a decade, in an instant classic in the UFC 284 main event

Russia Today - Sports - 3 years ago

Russian youngster wins Australian Open junior title

Alina Korneeva defeated compatriot Mirra Andreeva in Saturday’s final in Melbourne

Russia Today - Sports - 3 years ago

Russia and Belarus may be permitted to send neutral delegations to the 2024 Olympics

Ukraine’s Sports Minister Vadim Guttsait says his country might boycott the Paris Olympics next year if Russia and Belarus are granted entry

Russia Today - Sports - 3 years ago

Ukraine Invaded by Russia: Inside the War, the Refugee Crisis and the World's Reaction

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began Feb. 24. Since then, at least 24,000 people have been killed and at least 10 million people have been displaced.

Inside Edition - Politics - 3 years ago