Frank Spinelli, a doctor and author, thought he'd overcome childhood sexual abuse by his Boy Scouts leader, but the COVID-19 pandemic triggered a relapse into alcoholism, forcing him to confront his lingering shame and develop a new framework for healing.
Labour MP Bayo Alaba has been suspended and had the whip removed after a report questioned whether he tried to avoid repaying a Covid bounce back loan.
China's commercial property market saw a 103% increase in transaction volumes to $28 billion in the first half of 2026, outpacing Japan, but the growth is largely driven by domestic buyers and disposals by overseas investors, contrasting with Japan's more solid market foundations.
Health experts report a growing summer surge of COVID-19 across the United States. While infections are ticking up nationwide, the virus remains at low levels and continues a trend of causing milder illness due to growing population immunity.
Lawrence, Massachusetts Mayor Brian DePena was arrested and charged with wire fraud and money laundering for allegedly misusing a $1.5 million COVID-19 pandemic small-business loan to fund his mayoral campaign and pay personal debts.
Hong Kong parents and concern groups urged authorities to reinstate student subsidies as textbook prices rose by an average of 3.6 per cent for the 2026-27 academic year, the highest increase since 2020.
Lawrence, Massachusetts Mayor Brian DePena was arrested and charged with wire fraud and money laundering for allegedly misusing a $1.5 million COVID-19 pandemic relief loan meant for his tire business to pay personal mortgages, taxes, and campaign expenses.
UK sixth-formers achieve record-breaking exam results in academic and vocational subjects, enabling over 263,000 18-year-olds to secure university places despite persistent regional disparities.
South Korea's tourism balance hit a record post-pandemic surplus of $596.6 million in June, driven by the popularity of K-pop and local culture, ending 72 consecutive months of deficits.
A US Senate committee votes along party lines to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions about his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, citing over 100 invocations of his Fifth Amendment right.
Claw machine arcades have proliferated across Hong Kong, surpassing 2,500 shops and filling post-pandemic vacancies. While popular for stress relief and collectibles, rising consumer complaints and government concerns over addiction have led to proposed regulations.
Anthony Fauci faces a contempt-of-Congress vote by a Senate committee after invoking his Fifth Amendment right during a hearing regarding pandemic origins and his private diary entries.
A new study of over 2.5 million U.S. children finds no link between the MMR vaccine and autism, reinforcing existing safety data amid dropping vaccination rates and political debate involving health officials.
Poland appeals a Brussels court ruling to pay Pfizer €1.3 billion for 64 million unwanted COVID-19 vaccine doses, citing overlooked factual and legal circumstances, and seeks to freeze the order's enforcement.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. engaged in a heated interview with CNN's Dana Bash, accusing her network of "press malpractice" during the Covid-19 pandemic. The debate covered vaccine efficacy, treatment of skeptics, and the role of media and experts, following recent measles outbreaks and a contentious hearing involving Anthony Fauci.
TechCrunch and Hudson Labs analysis of GM and Ford earnings calls reveals a significant drop in EV discussions, indicating a shift from prior heavy investment. Both automakers have altered or delayed EV plans, citing regulatory changes and a focus on profitability, despite still selling EVs.
Busan welcomed over 2.42 million foreign visitors from January to June, a 43.9% increase year-on-year, putting it on track for its 4 million annual target. Travellers from Taiwan and mainland China led the influx, significantly boosting the local economy.
A Senate committee hearing reignited political divisions over the US response to COVID-19, with Republicans criticizing Anthony Fauci and reviving the Wuhan lab leak theory, despite no conclusive evidence.
Social prescribing, a practice more common in the UK, connects individuals with non-medical, community-based activities like sea swimming and art to improve health. Amanda, from Devon, England, found significant relief from major depressive disorder through sea swimming, reducing her antidepressant dosage. Experts advise matching hobbies to symptoms, finding intrinsic motivation, and using mindfulness to identify beneficial activities.
Peter Lee*, a 28-year-old, spent HK$90,000 on loot boxes in mobile games over six years, driven by randomised rewards and a "sunk cost" mentality to obtain desired items for team performance, a practice he started during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination at a Senate hearing, refusing to answer questions from Senator Rand Paul regarding the COVID-19 pandemic response and alleged perjury, citing potential prosecution.
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing led by Sen. Rand Paul, refusing to answer questions about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, citing potential self-incrimination. This move followed years of accusations by Paul that Fauci lied about the pandemic, which Fauci termed 'preposterous'. Meanwhile, the U.S. Postal Service faces scrutiny over its ability to deliver mail ballots on time ahead of the midterms.
Professor Fiona Devine, Vice-President and Dean of Humanities at the University of Manchester, visited Hong Kong to discuss the evolving higher education landscape. She advocated for holistic leaders combining business, human understanding, and technological fluency, detailing Manchester's '2035' strategy and its approach to AI integration.
Owners of Brombil Reservoir, a "blue lagoon" in Margam, warn against public entry due to safety risks, littering, and damage. The site, which went viral on TikTok, now charges £2 to deter unauthorized visits and fund clean-up efforts.
