Democrats and the media are acting like the switching out of Biden for Kamala Harris solves all of their problems.
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Biden promised to use the last months of his presidency to secure a Gaza cease-fire and the hostages' return but it remains to be seen how much energy the outgoing president will have ■ Netanyahu, according to people close to him, has not given up on a hostage deal – or on the deal of normalization with Saudi Arabia – but he still faces serious obstacles if he indeed chooses to go for a deal
Taiwan on alert as typhoon Gaemi approaches flights cancelled offices shut
Let’s get this out of the way: I'm not nostalgic for the original Time Bandits. I made the same mistake as its financiers, beloved Beatle George Harrison and his business partner Denis O’Brien, in thinking of it as a Monty Python film simply because three of those guys are involved. Though Terry Gilliam conceptualized and directed it, Michael Palin co-wrote it and does a few short bits with Shelly Duval, and John Cleese shows up as Robin Hood, it would be a mistake to think of this film as spiritually akin to The Holy Grail or Life Of Brian. Читать дальше...
KARACHI: The Sindh government has extended summer vacation for all public and private schools across the province till August 14.
Читать дальше...Taiwan hunkered down on Wednesday ahead of the arrival of Typhoon Gaemi, with financial markets closed, people given the day off work, flights cancelled, and the military put…
Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 409, for July 24.
Here are some hints, and the answer, for Wordle No. 1131, for July 24.
I feel hurt just watching this.
Sepak Takraw Rules
Sepak Takraw is a volleyball-like game that originated in Southeast Asia. With a literal translation of ‘Kick Ball’, 3 players compete against their opposition on a volleyball style court with a net across the middle.
Unlike volleyball, in Sepak Takraw, players are not allowed to use their hands to play the ball and are required to use their feet, head, knees and chest to touch the ball. Popular across Southeast Asia, it... Читать дальше...
Accidental “selfie” highlights risks to sharks and other marine creatures
Chilean State miner Codelco, one of the world's largest copper producers, said on Tuesday it has obtained $532-million in climate financing authorised by french bank Credit Agricole CIB. The funds will be used to finance its decarbonisation plan, it said, under which it aims to decarbonise 100% of its energy matrix by 2030.
Ever see the fancy iPad screens in your Uber or Lyft ride boasting all sorts of fun, colorful games? The sight can be a tempting use of time on your trip—but one rider is convinced he got scammed.
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Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images
Alexa Grasso, for now, has bragging rights over Valentina Shevchenko.
Читать дальше...A third-generation Tokyoite, the former TV producer has pivoted to teaching others about Japanese culture in her retirement.
The highlights from Tuesday's American Legion postseason action.
Though parts of London could see the odd rain shower throughout the day, most will bask in the sun.
Here are some hints, and the answers, for the July 24 Strands puzzle, No. 143.
Here is a list of ways to avoid eight hazards for children during the summer holidays from food poisoning to migraines and heat rashes by celebrity TV doctor Helen Wall
A driving expert took to TikTok to share a 'little-known' feature on your car's air conditioning which can be used all year – including during the winter months
Israeli cybersecurity startup Wiz has ended talks with Google-parent Alphabet (GOOGL.O) on a reported $23 billion deal in which it would have become the US tech giant’s largest-ever acquisition, according to a Wiz memo seen by Reuters. Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport said the company would now focus on an initial public offering, as it had […]
Trump momentarily turned his head to point to a projected chart showing a spike in illegal immigration, his favorite bugaboo