Wimbledon is experiencing a social media frenzy, with influencers and trends driving a surge in visitors. Concerns are rising that the tournament is becoming more of a tourist event than a tennis championship, with attendees prioritizing photos and experiences over the sport itself.
Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil infrastructure have led to significant fuel shortages across Russia, impacting daily life and the economy. The crisis, visible even in Moscow, is straining public patience and affecting logistics and transportation.
The World Cup in the US, particularly in Boston, is credited with revitalizing the city's dating scene, drawing people out and introducing them to "seductive foreign men," primarily Scots. Research suggests shared sports interests drive relationships.
The World Cup in the US reveals the nation's complex identity, moving beyond simplistic hatred to acknowledge its diverse nature and potential for connection, despite global perceptions and internal divisions.
Norway's monarchy is experiencing a crisis of public trust due to scandals involving Crown Princess Mette-Marit's past ties to Jeffrey Epstein and her son Marius Borg Høiby's conviction for serious crimes. Despite Mette-Marit's successful lung transplant, public response to these issues has been negative, eroding the institution's popularity.
Hundreds of thousands mourned Argentine rock star Carlos "Indio" Solari, who died at 77. His music, known for cryptic lyrics and literary references, inspired a devoted following in Argentina but remained largely unknown internationally, highlighting the limits of cultural globalization.
Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software is now available in Lithuania, the second European country after the Netherlands to approve its use. This expansion is crucial for Tesla's AI ambitions and Elon Musk's financial goals.
The queues start to form before the lunchtime rush at Phed Mark, a Bangkok kitchen with a pop-up feel that dishes up steaming plateloads of pad kaphrao – a runny fried egg with fiery minced meat over rice – to a clientele of mainly Chinese tourists. Founded by YouTuber Mark Wein, Phed Mark has turned a Thai staple into a must-eat for Chinese visitors, who defy the heat to patiently wait each day on plastic stools for their turn outside the Ekkamai bus terminal. A lot has to do with its...
