California Lawmakers Pass Plug-In Solar Bill
[Legislatures in nearly a dozen states have voted to legalize use of the technology, which can help homeowners reduce their rising electricity costs.
2 killed, 10 injured when driver deliberately plows into pedestrians in northern France
Incident allegedly involving Russian national living legally in France not currently being treated as terrorism Two people were killed and around 10 others injured – most of them critically – when a driver deliberately ploughed into pedestrians in the northern French city of Caen, local authorities said Thursday. The incident occurred at around 10:10pm local … Read more
Pint-Size Cars, With Enviable Smiles Per Gallon
[Microcars are underpowered, noisy and sometimes smoky, and it helps if you’re good with a wrench. But “the struggle is what makes it fun,” one enthusiast said.
Saudi Response to Houthis’ Attacks on Ships May Be a New War
Analysts say that weeks of Houthi attacks on Saudi targets have brought the kingdom and the Iranian-backed militia to the brink of full-blown conflict, and could open a new front in the Iran war.
Meher Bokhari urges parents to talk to sons about puberty, consent and boundaries
News anchor’s remarks on parenting and difficult conversations draw support from several Pakistani celebrities Pakistani celebrities have voiced support for news anchor Meher Bokhari after she urged parents to teach their sons the difference between right and wrong, stressing that conversations about puberty, sexual activity and urges should not be treated as taboo. Bokhari shared … Read more
Pakistan to begin Asia Cup campaign on Sept 1
Fatima Sana-led Pakistan women’s team will take the field against Thailand in their first match of the ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 on Tuesday, 1 September, while the tournament is set to kick off on Friday. Meanwhile, Thailand will be up against Hong Kong, China women in the opening match of the tournament. In … Read more
Bayern Munich set sights high
MUNICH: Two years after his surprise arrival in Munich from Burnley, Vincent Kompany has managed to do the impossible — being a “likeable” Bayern coach while winning everything on offer in Germany. Bayern’s domestic dominance is such that the best a coach can usually hope for is begrudging respect from their rivals. But Kompany — … Read more
Screwworm Flies Steer Clear of Agriculture Dept. Traps
[No wild flies caught could mean the outbreak is contained. It could also mean, as scientists have said, that current trapping methods are outdated.
Qatari Prime Minister Travels to Tehran as Iran War Nears Six-Month Mark
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has been a key mediator in the conflict, even as his country has blamed Tehran for hundreds of missile and drone attacks.
5 New Hotels for Your Late Summer Getaway
[From Cape Cod to Croatia, here’s where to enjoy the end of the summer.