Toshifumi Suzuki, Japan’s ‘God’ of Convenience Stores Dies at 93
[Toshifumi Suzuki spent four decades building 7-Eleven into a cornerstone of daily life in Japan.
Month: May 2026
One-and-Done Heart Disease Prevention? Scientists Show It May Be Possible.
A single infusion of an experimental gene-editing drug seemed to reduce LDL long-term in a small trial. The results may point to something “curative,” one expert said.
Arslan Butt sends legal notice to Mamya Shajaffar over harassment allegations
Actor Arsalan Butt issued a legal notice to fellow-actor Mamya Shajaffar following her recent allegations of workplace harassment made during an appearance on a podcast. Butt posted a legal notice on Instagram addressed to Shajaffar, alongside a caption that read, “May the curse of God be upon the liars.” He added, “Legal notice has been sent … Read more
Swimmer Gkolomeev ‘beats’ record
Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev ‘beat’ the men’s 50m freestyle world record during the Enhanced Games. Photo: AFP LONDON: Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev was the only athlete to “beat” a world record Sunday at the Enhanced Games, winning the men’s 50m freestyle at the divisive event where competitors were free to take performance-enhancing substances. His time … Read more
Arteta urges Arsenal to make history
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard lifts the Premier League trophy. Photo: AFP LONDON: Mikel Arteta had barely wiped away the tears of joy that followed Arsenal’s Premier League trophy presentation before he challenged his players to make more history by winning the Champions League. Arteta’s side finally got their hands on the Premier League silverware in … Read more
Iran War Live Updates: Peace Deal Could Take Days to Nail Down
Oil prices fell sharply Monday, as negotiations between the United States and Iran appeared to continue. But both sides have offered conflicting accounts of the emerging agreement.
Pope Leo urges world to ‘slow down’ on AI in fervent first manifesto
Issues apology for Church’s role in slavery, slams arms industry in historic text Pope Leo XIV prepares to speak during the presentation of “Magnifica humanitas”, his first encyclical, focused on the rise of artificial intelligence, at the Vatican’s Aula Nuova del Sinodo on May 25, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Pope Leo urged governments to slow down … Read more
Broadway’s ‘The Lost Boys’ and Its Flying Vampire Spectacle
The Broadway production takes full advantage of the Palace Theater’s abundant height and depth, making the show feel like “a massive trust fall.”
Dar to visit New York to participate in UNSC open debate: FO
The minister will also hold bilateral meetings with counterparts as well as senior United Nations officials Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Photo: X/ File Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will travel from Beijing to New York City for an official visit from May 26 to 28, the Foreign Office said … Read more
Oil slips to two-week low as US and Iran seen moving closer to deal
[ Brent crude drops to $99 amid cautious hopes for diplomatic breakthrough between US, Iran Oil containers at the Port of Fujairah, as the US-Israel conflict with Iran limits marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, on May 6, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Oil prices fell more than 4% to two-week lows … Read more