A newly discovered 17-18 million-year-old ape fossil in northern Egypt, named Masripithecus, challenges the dominant view that East Africa was the primary hub for early ape diversification, suggesting northeastern Africa played a significant role in hominoid evolution.
Paramount Skydance delays acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery until June 2027 due to antitrust lawsuit, increasing deal price potentially by $1.7 billion, with a $7 billion breakup fee if the deal collapses.
Two US small businesses sued the Trump administration over new tariffs on 60 trading partners, claiming the policy lacks required 'forced labour' findings and exceeds presidential authority.
The U.S. imposes new tariffs on 60 economies, citing failure to enforce bans on goods produced with forced labor, affecting nearly 99.4% of U.S. imports.
O presidente Lula defendeu o investimento nas Forças Armadas e o fortalecimento da defesa nacional, enfatizando a preparação militar e tecnológica. Ele fez a declaração durante visita à Avibras Aeroco, em Jacareí (SP), empresa de defesa que reabriu após uma crise financeira e recuperação judicial.
Sarah Ferguson's charity, Sarah's Trust, has formally closed and been removed from the public register, a decision made in February after new details emerged from US Department of Justice documents about her friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Facebook plans to test a TikTok-like full-screen video experience later this year, starting in video-preferring countries, to counter user losses and intense competition from rivals. The company also launched new apps for Marketplace sellers and Facebook Groups.
Delhi-based entrepreneur Pragati Chaswal founded SowGood Foundation, teaching over 78,000 children in Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Gujarat urban farming. Inspired by her son's disinterest in vegetables, she developed a curriculum to reconnect students with nature and food sources.
Sydney’s Divine Playhouse, an LGBTQ+ inclusive arts space in a deconsecrated church, was evicted days after opening. Its operators say the move amounts to censorship and may lead to legal action.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente condemned the "intolerable, unacceptable" behavior of Argentina players Nahuel Molina and Leandro Paredes, who attacked Spain's Rodri, Eric García, and confronted Gavi after Spain won the World Cup at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Indian judoka Tulika Maan, a Commonwealth Games silver medallist, has been withdrawn from the 2026 Glasgow Games due to alleged whereabouts failures. This follows the ineligibility of fellow judoka Arun Kumar after a failed dope test, marking a significant setback for India's judo campaign.
A Caixa Econômica Federal realiza nesta sexta-feira (24) o pagamento da parcela de julho do Bolsa Família para beneficiários com NIS final 5, com valor médio de R$ 679,19. Moradores de 175 municípios em seis estados já receberam o crédito unificado devido a situações de emergência ou calamidade pública.
Wang Hong and Deng Yu, Chinese mathematicians who entered university in 2007, were awarded the highest honor for mathematicians under 40 by the International Congress of Mathematicians, marking the first time Chinese nationals have received the prestigious "Nobel Prize of mathematics."
Following the collapse of the US-Iran ceasefire, President Donald Trump has issued new threats against Iran's nuclear facilities, including the suspected underground 'Pickaxe Mountain' site near Natanz. Tehran has responded with warnings of a 'powerful response' against all US targets in the region if any attacks occur, escalating tensions over Iran's nuclear enrichment program.
Volkswagen reported a 9.5% drop in Q2 operating profit and cut its annual revenue forecast by up to 3% due to a significant sales slump in China. The German carmaker is implementing a cost-cutting program, including plans to axe up to 100,000 jobs globally, facing union opposition.
Henry Cheng Kwok-chuen defended himself in court against a negligence claim by Park Hoi-lam, who suffered severe leg injuries when Cheng's taxi mounted a pavement and struck her during a 2019 demonstration in Sham Shui Po.
A secretive underground complex near Iran's Natanz nuclear facility, known as Pickaxe Mountain, is under international scrutiny after former US President Donald Trump suggested it could be a target for military strikes, claiming it may house uranium centrifuges. Iran has threatened to expand the war if its nuclear facilities are targeted.
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes supported families at a FARE event in Kansas City, sharing their experiences with their children Bronze and Sterling's severe food allergies. Their advocacy aims to help parents recognize warning signs and feel prepared for emergencies.
Crop nutrient content has declined for decades, prompting research into solutions. Regenerative agriculture, focusing on soil health, shows promise in boosting nutrient density in some studies, but faces skepticism regarding scalability and cost-effectiveness.
US singer Chris Brown pleaded guilty to affray for a "vicious and unprovoked attack" at a London nightclub in February 2023, where he hit music producer Abe Diaw with a bottle. His vocal coach, Omololu Akinlolu, also pleaded guilty; sentencing is set for October.
Naval analysts have identified what appears to be a new class of Chinese submarine, first reported in early June. High-resolution images from May 29 show the boat, estimated at 120 meters long, on a floating dock, suggesting a new design with a reduced sail.
Tadej Pogacar won the Alpe d’Huez stage of the Tour de France, extending his overall lead to over seven minutes and breaking Marco Pantani's 1997 climbing record. Despite team illness rumors, Pogacar's dominant performance solidified his position for an assured overall victory in Paris.
Bitcoin mining pool Poolin Technology filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, owing $163.7 million in IOUs to wallet users. Its Texas affiliates seek court approval to sell assets for an initial $52 million, covering only 31.8% of the IOUs, with final recovery for unsecured creditors uncertain due to various unresolved factors.
Andy Burnham, in his first week as Prime Minister, capped bus fares at £2 across England, a move reminiscent of Ken Livingstone's 'Fares Fair' scheme. This and the 'No 10 North' plan highlight Burnham's focus on practical, localized policies and decentralization, which he believes will drive economic growth, contrasting with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch's critique of them as "small answers to big problems."
