For Israel, the U.S.-Iran Hostilities Have Created an Uneasy Limbo
Officials see a return to full-blown war as preferable to an agreement that fails to curb the threats Iran poses to Israel. Meanwhile, they wait.
Russian Haaland lookalike says viral video felt ‘like a dream’
Russian model goes viral after mimicking Norwegian striker’s appearance, mannerisms and signature expressions ANASTASIA KOSTROMITINA. Photo: Reuters Friends and family have for a few years told Russian model Anastasia Kostromina that she looked like Norwegian striker Erling Haaland, but it was not until he became the World Cup’s superstar that she decided to take that … Read more
China says opposes US sanctions bill targeting Russia energy buyers
Beijing accuses Washington of ‘double standards and coercion’ amid sanctions push A view shows oil pump jacks outside Almetyevsk in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia June 4, 2023. Photo: Reuters China said on Wednesday it “firmly opposes” a sanctions bill proposed by United States senators and supported by President Donald Trump that targets countries buying … Read more
France Is Set to Allow Assisted Dying
Lawmakers were expected to approve a bill that would allow doctors to help terminally ill patients to die. If the law passes, the country would join a small group of nations that permit the measure.
For the Eclipse or a Weekend, How to Save Money in Reykjavik
A museum pass, public hot springs and free airline stopovers help shrink the cost of visiting Iceland’s capital.
Is IBM a Canary in the Tech Coal Mine?
[The company tumbled sharply after previewing quarterly results that were disappointing. It’s not good news for software and tech consulting companies.
Why Did a Major Museum’s Bong Show Go Up in Smoke?
After the Toledo Museum of Art canceled a pioneering exhibition of glass cannabis pipes, many people wondered what lay behind the decision.
Over 160 arrested in France after incidents following World Cup semifinal defeat to Spain
More than 160 people were arrested in Paris and Lyon following clashes and disturbances after France’s 2-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup semifinal, broadcaster BFMTV reported Wednesday. According to the Paris Police Prefecture, 141 people were detained in the Paris region in connection with incidents that occurred after Tuesday evening’s match. Most … Read more
He Has a $25 Million Bounty on His Head but Is Also a U.S. Partner in Venezuela
A list of alleged crimes has not prevented Diosdado Cabello, and other Venezuelan officials, from working with a U.S. government that once hounded them.
More than 300 exhibitors to showcase dyes, chemicals
[ Running alongside the exhibition will be the Digital Textile Printing Industry Expo LAHORE: Punjab Industries Minister Shafay Hussain will attend the 11th Colour & Chem Expo 2026 as chief guest, as the two-day exhibition opens on July 18-19 at the Lahore International Expo Centre, according to a statement issued on Tuesday. The event, organised … Read more