A 34-year-old man has been convicted in San Diego County's first jury trial for a DUI involving nitrous oxide. Police found him inhaling from a canister after striking a parked car, leading to five years of probation and treatment.
Australian household spending increased by 0.8 per cent in June, driven by rising transport and recreation costs, though economists expect growth to soften later in the year.
Hong Kong's Northern Metropolis is poised to drive future economic growth, with plans to optimize public housing sizes, increase private housing unit minimums, and raise public open space standards by 30% to 3.5 sqm per capita.
Israel is threatening to seize ancient Solomon's Pools near Bethlehem, escalating its campaign for West Bank land and historical narrative control. This move, pushed by hardline ministers, challenges the 1995 Oslo Accord and sparks Palestinian outrage.
Museum Boijmans van Beuningen in Rotterdam recreated Wim T. Schippers' 1969 'Peanut butter floor' installation, using 800lb of peanut butter to honor the late Dutch artist's absurdist legacy. The work, displayed with his posthumous instructions, continues to provoke questions about art's nature.
Four years after decriminalizing cannabis, Thailand faces scrutiny as seizures of the plant occur in the UK, Germany, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. Lawmakers are still debating control legislation, leading to widespread recreational sales and illegal exports due to low domestic prices and oversupply.
Four years after decriminalizing cannabis, Thailand faces challenges as seizures of the plant occur in the UK, Germany, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. Lawmakers are still debating control legislation, leading to widespread recreational sales and illegal exports due to low domestic prices.
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' $8 million mansion in Belton, Missouri, is a minimalist sanctuary built from scratch. The 8-acre estate features a 50-yard football field, a par-3 golf hole, and a swim-up bar, while the interior boasts a neutral color palette for a tranquil atmosphere.
China has banned tiletamine, a veterinary anaesthetic similar to ketamine, due to its sharp escalation in recreational abuse among young people. Previously unregulated, it became popular in entertainment venues, leading to 1,605 investigations in Shenyang alone between late 2025 and early 2026.
Old videos of Siya Goyal, accused of murdering fiancé Ketan Agarwal, have resurfaced. One shows her in a nightclub, another at a family function weeks before the death. Police are investigating Goyal's handling of Agarwal's phone post-death, suspecting evidence tampering. The couple allegedly conspired to kill Agarwal.
Virginia legalizes recreational marijuana sales, allowing up to 350 shops by July 1, 2027, expanding on its 2021 possession legalization, with a focus on equity and regulated market competition.
Massachusetts may become the first state to repeal its recreational marijuana law after activists secured enough petition signatures for a potential November referendum, despite industry pushback and mixed public opinion.
All children have departed the Artek International Children's Center in Crimea by June 26, following the temporary suspension of its summer recreation program. They were sent home or to camps in Krasnodar Region, with the situation overseen by Education Minister Sergey Kravtsov.
Lake Powell, a vital reservoir for 40 million Americans, is at its lowest recorded summer water level due to a climate change-driven drought and record-low snowpack. Experts warn of dire consequences including water supply cuts, tourism impacts, and potential hydropower failure.
Massachusetts may become the first state to repeal recreational marijuana legalization, which voters approved in 2016. Anti-cannabis activists claim enough signatures for a November referendum, while the marijuana industry, citing tax revenue, is campaigning against the repeal.
Alex Karp, Palantir CEO, purchased a 3,720-acre ranch in Snowmass, Colorado, for $120 million from St. Benedict’s Monastery, planning to use it as a personal residence under strict zoning laws. Karp also publicly criticized OpenAI and Anthropic, accusing them of failing to understand corporate needs and engaging in "tokenmaxxing."
Northampton's scrum-half Archie McParland, 21, has earned an England call-up after overcoming self-doubt. Encouraged by coaches to trust his instincts, he found a breakthrough at Bath and has since become a key player for his club.
PSB Group and Shor are collaborating to construct a puppet theater and recreation park in Kursk, aiming to enhance family leisure and creative opportunities. The project is supported by the regional administration.
Ash Koosha's "Dreams of Violets," an AI-generated drama about Iran's protest crackdown, premieres at Tribeca. Koosha used AI for all visuals and characters, citing safety and cost-efficiency, and believes AI will democratize filmmaking.
Long-time members of Delhi Gymkhana Club describe it as a 'second home' integral to family life, friendships, and daily routines for decades, now facing an uncertain crisis threatening a way of life.
Michigan is experiencing severe weather, including tornadoes and flooding, with significant economic and social impacts. The state faces costly cleanup operations and long-term financial burdens from damaged infrastructure and repeated extreme events.
US consumers are bracing for higher costs on everything from fuel to food this Memorial Day weekend due to rising inflation, exacerbated by the Iran War and surging oil prices. Travel, food, and recreation expenses have seen significant increases, impacting consumer sentiment.
Joan Kroc's historic donation to the Salvation Army funded the creation of numerous community centers across the US, providing recreational, educational, and social services that continue to benefit communities decades later.
The remains of US Army Spc. Mariyah Symone Collington, 19, have been recovered in Morocco after she and another soldier, 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr., fell off a cliff during an off-duty hike. A multinational search operation has concluded.
