What to Know About the Hantavirus Outbreak on an Atlantic Cruise Ship
Health authorities said three passengers from the MV Hondius had died after showing symptoms of the rare disease, with another critically ill and three more showing mild symptoms.
Month: May 2026
A Landslide in Alaska Set Off a Tsunami. There May Be More to Come.
Scientists say as glaciers retreat in a warming climate, landslide-generated tsunamis are likely to become more frequent.
A Massachusetts Home that Channels Frank Lloyd Wright
A Brooklyn contractor claimed a midcentury Massachusetts house — and most of its furniture — and had the good sense to leave it more or less alone.
FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
PARIS: FIFA have invited the Iranian football federation (FFIRI) to their headquarters for talks on the country’s participation at this year’s World Cup, a source told AFP on Tuesday. Mehdi Taj, the head of the Iranian federation, said Iran’s presence at the tournament was contingent on guarantees from FIFA chief Gianni Infantino. “We firmly believe … Read more
Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup
LONDON: Jon Rahm has reached a deal with the European Tour that will allow him retain his membership and remain eligible for next year’s Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Ireland. In an agreement similar to that signed by eight other LIV golfers in February, the Spaniard will pay all outstanding fines for playing in … Read more
26 killed in China fireworks factory blast
More than 1,500 firefighters, rescuers, medical personnel and police were deployed HONG KONG: A blast at a fireworks factory in China has killed at least 26 people and injured 61, flattening buildings and sending towering clouds of smoke into the sky, and prompting President Xi Jinping to order a thorough investigation, state media reported on … Read more
Reclaiming the Name of the Black Hero Who Inspired ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’
After 42 years of slavery, Josiah Henson escaped to Canada, where he wrote a memoir, founded a school and led others to freedom. But his home long bore the name “Uncle Tom,” to the offense of many.
‘The Lost Boys’, ‘Schmigadoon’ dominate Tony nominations
Broadway season marked by star power, bold revivals and renewed audience momentum after pandemic lull NEW YORK: A vibrant Broadway season defined by ambitious new productions, celebrity involvement and packed theatres found its clearest reflection on Tuesday, as ‘The Lost Boys’ and ‘Schmigadoon’ emerged as joint leaders of the 2026 Tony Award nominations. Both new … Read more
Inside the Debate About Adding Stocks to Trump Accounts
[Trump administration officials are weighing a plan that would allow wealthy individuals to donate shares in their companies to the investment accounts.
Khawaja Asif warns of stronger response to any future aggression
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Wednesday said Marka-e-Haq has made it clear that any future aggression will be met with a response far more intense and decisive, Radio Pakistan reported. On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared that May 10 will be observed annually as Youm-e-Marka-e-Haq to commemorate the “magnificent success” of ‘Operation Bunyanum Marsoos’ and … Read more