John Cruickshank, Last World War II Victoria Cross Winner, Dies at 105John Cruickshank, Last World War II Victoria Cross Winner, Dies at 105
He made a daring raid on a U-boat, suffered 72 wounds and helped land his damaged seaplane.
Day: August 20, 2025
Stephanie Shirley, Who Created a Tech World for Women, Dies at 91Stephanie Shirley, Who Created a Tech World for Women, Dies at 91
[In 1962, she started a software company at her dining room table with a revolutionary idea: to create a place where women could find a work-life balance.
Their Window Seats Lacked Windows, So Delta and United Passengers SuedTheir Window Seats Lacked Windows, So Delta and United Passengers Sued
[Two suits filed this week accuse the airlines of unfairly charging passengers extra fees for window seats that the carriers knew were adjacent to aircraft walls.
US sanctions four ICC judges, prosecutors over war crimes investigationsUS sanctions four ICC judges, prosecutors over war crimes investigations
US President Donald Trump’s administration on Wednesday imposed sanctions on two judges and two prosecutors at the International Criminal Court, as Washington ramped up its pressure on the war tribunal
Selective patriotismSelective patriotism
It was Ramazan, and a friend of mine refused to fast. When I asked why, he said that his doctor had advised against it due to health reasons. Yet, the
Walmart Recalls Frozen Shrimp After Radioactive Contamination WarningWalmart Recalls Frozen Shrimp After Radioactive Contamination Warning
[The Food and Drug Administration urged consumers to discard packages of frozen shrimp sold in 13 states. A food safety expert said the risk to the public was low.
Why Claiming Two Primary Residences Is a Problem, Even if Prosecutions Are RareWhy Claiming Two Primary Residences Is a Problem, Even if Prosecutions Are Rare
[Lenders will often charge a higher interest rate for a second home or a property you intend to use as a rental since the risks there are higher.
Gazans Fear Looming Israeli OperationGazans Fear Looming Israeli Operation
Israel’s plan to invade Gaza City, the most populous city in the northern Gaza Strip, has forced many families to consider uprooting themselves.
Fed Officials Split Over How to Read Economic SignalsFed Officials Split Over How to Read Economic Signals
[Minutes from the Federal Reserve’s July meeting showed policymakers grappling with a slowing labor market and inflation that remains above the central bank’s target.
Sindh extends school closure as rain continues in KarachiSindh extends school closure as rain continues in Karachi
KARACHI: Educational institutions across Karachi will remain closed on Thursday due to heavy rains that have disrupted daily life in the city, the Sindh education department said in a notification.