A YouGov survey reveals Western Europeans believe crime is increasing, yet long-term data shows overall crime rates, including murder, have fallen significantly since the 1990s. Public perception is influenced by media focus on drug trafficking, gang violence, and fraud.
Four Socceroos, including Mo Touré, have refugee backgrounds, highlighting Australia's talent pathway and the sacrifices of parents like Amara and Mawa Touré, who fled Liberia's war. Their journey from hardship to international football success is celebrated during Refugee Week.
Toy Story 5 delves into the challenges of childhood in a screen-dominated world, as Bonnie Anderson's new tablet, Lilypad, threatens to replace her beloved toys and impact her social development.
Marine heatwaves have tripled since the early 1990s, signaling the ocean's strain from absorbing over 90% of Earth's excess heat. The Earth's energy imbalance, a key climate change indicator, has doubled, leading to rising temperatures, melting ice, and intensified weather extremes. Monitoring systems are under threat, just as clarity is most needed.
Commodore, revived by YouTuber Christian Simpson, is launching the Callback 8020, a $499 flip phone designed for nostalgia and digital detox. It blocks social media and web browsers, running a version of Sailfish OS, with an app allow-listing system.
Paris Hilton returned to Provo Canyon School in Utah, where she was abused as a teen, to support families suing the facility. Hilton alleges staff beat her, watched her shower, and gave her unknown pills. She is campaigning for reforms in the troubled teen industry.
Alessandro Casolari, a former Italian football ultra leader known as "Caso," recounts a life filled with crime, including hostage negotiation, cocaine smuggling to Italy, and alleged human rights abuses in prison. The author, a journalist, details Casolari's journey from leading ultras in Ferrara to his involvement with Farc guerrillas and his claims of political prisoner status.
The article chronicles the extraordinary life of Alessandro Casolari, an Italian figure who transitioned from leading football ultras in Ferrara to involvement in international cocaine smuggling and hostage negotiation. It details his criminal activities, prison experiences, and his self-proclaimed political prisoner status, highlighting his complex and often contradictory personality.
The Simpsons franchise has launched a new collaboration with Monopoly Go!, featuring original storylines and animated shorts. This partnership highlights the show's unique ability to adapt across various game genres and maintain relevance through creative involvement from writers and animators.
The New York Knicks have won their first NBA championship in 53 years, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 in the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson was named Finals MVP for his historic scoring performance, capping a season that saw the team overcome decades of doubt and near-misses. The victory is seen as a major cultural event for New York City.
Shirley Firth, 93, is awaiting a retrial in the Dominican Republic for the 2019 murder of her daughter, author Lindsay de Feliz. Firth hopes new evidence will lead to a conviction after previous acquittals.
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Daniel Kretinsky is set to become West Ham's largest shareholder, increasing his stake to 43% by buying shares from the Gold family. This comes as co-owner David Sullivan faces allegations of abuse of power, with the Independent Football Regulator potentially forcing him to divest his shares. Kretinsky aims to inject capital to help the club return to the Premier League.
Haiti's national football team is returning to the World Cup after 52 years, challenging stereotypes of a nation often defined by turmoil. Representing a diaspora of players, many born abroad, the team aims to showcase Haiti's resilience and a different narrative beyond its struggles.
The 7th Guest Remake revives the 90s FMV adventure game with updated visuals and tinkered puzzles for PC and consoles. Players solve a historical whodunnit in a haunted manor using a time-bending lantern, though frustrating point-and-click controls mar the experience.
French singer Patrick Bruel, 67, faces charges of rape and sexual assault following multiple complaints. He was placed under formal investigation for alleged offenses between 1992 and 2019. Bruel denies all allegations and was released on bail. His tour was canceled due to protests.
Ravichandran Ashwin has criticized Rishabh Pant's aggressive batting style, particularly his tendency to get out in the 80s and 90s. Ashwin believes Pant needs to show more game awareness and convert his promising scores into centuries for the benefit of the team.
Julie Newmar, iconic for her role as Catwoman in the 1960s Batman TV series, reflects on her life, career, spirituality, and her approach to beauty and challenges at 90, living with her son John who has Down’s syndrome.
Stacey King, a three-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls and longtime broadcaster for the team, has died at 59. King, a first-round draft pick in 1989, won titles from 1991-1993 and later became a beloved voice in Bulls broadcasts.
Australian music's presence in annual charts has declined from 30% in the 90s to single digits, with only 5 Australian artists in the 2023 ARIA Top 100, amidst globalisation, shifts to streaming, and changes in music discovery.
After a 15-year wait, a new Spyro game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, is announced for spring 2027 on Xbox, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, developed by independent studio Toys for Bob.
Peruvians vote in presidential election runoff between right-wing Keiko Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sánchez amid rising crime and political instability
Anthony Head, best known for his role as Rupert Giles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died at 72 due to pneumonia complications, leaving a legacy in TV and stage.
Actor Anthony Head, best known for his roles as Rupert Giles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Rupert in Ted Lasso, leaves a legacy of versatile performances across TV, film, and theater, showcasing his depth from heroic mentorship to villainous charm.
