At Least One Dead as Typhoon Kajiki Slams Vietnam
More than 300,000 people have been told to evacuate as Typhoon Kajiki moved across a wide area between Hanoi and Da Nang.
Month: August 2025
Michael Jackson’s sock sells at French auction
A single glittery sock that late pop superstar Michael Jackson wore during a concert in France in the 1990s sold for more than $8,000 on Wednesday, a French auctioneer said. The King of Pop wore white athletic socks adorned with sparkling rhinestones during his “HIStory World Tour” in 1997. A crystal-embroidered sock worn by Michael Jackson … Read more
England’s Botterman aiming to be world’s ‘best loosehead prop’
LONDON: Hannah Botterman has set her sights on becoming the “best loosehead prop in the world” following her outstanding display in England’s Women’s Rugby World Cup opener. The 26-year-old was one of the stars of the Red Roses’ 69-7 win over the United States in Sunderland on Friday. As well as her commanding effort in … Read more
South Korea call up German youth international midfielder
SEOUL: Germany youth international Jens Castrop received his first call-up Monday to the South Korean squad as he looks to make his case for inclusion at next year’s World Cup. Born in Germany to a Korean mother and German father, the 22-year-old midfielder made his Bundesliga debut on Sunday as a substitute for Borussia Moenchengladbach. … Read more
Expecting on the Front Lines: Motherhood in Ukraine’s Military
Pregnant Ukrainian soldiers say they are fighting for the future of their country and for their children.
Can Robots Be a Good Thing? Factories Rent Them to Retain Human Workers
[Robots-for-rent is one way some small U.S. factories gain access to automation, reducing turnover and ensuring workers aren’t injured.
Quiz: Are You Prepared for a Climate Disaster?
Test your knowledge of how to handle hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and more.
Dar arrives in Jeddah with Palestine high on agenda
After a historic visit to Bangladesh, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Jeddah on Monday to take part in the 21st Extraordinary Session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) council of foreign ministers. The foreign ministers and senior officials of member states are to assemble to consider the issue of … Read more
Krispy Kreme Bets on Big-Box Stores to Stay Fresh
[Executives are racing to boost revenues at the struggling doughnut maker as sales slump and shares tumble.
What Does It Take to Get Men to See a Doctor?
Men in the U.S. live six fewer years than women. One clinic is trying to persuade men that getting checked out could save their life.
