New Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges £340m to eradicate rough sleeping in England, despite past failures and record-high numbers. Charities welcome the move but express skepticism, emphasizing the need for collaborative services and permanent housing solutions like Housing First.
An exploit on a Wanchain-operated bridge connected to the Cardano ecosystem resulted in the theft of approximately 515 million NIGHT tokens, causing a 30% price drop for NIGHT. The Midnight Foundation confirmed its core protocol was unaffected, and major exchanges collaborated to freeze stolen assets. Cardano's ADA token, however, defied the sell-off, climbing nearly 8%.
Lending protocol Morpho launched Morpho Midnight on Base, introducing fixed-rate, fixed-term loans to its onchain credit network. This new offer-driven protocol allows lenders and borrowers to propose terms, aiming to attract institutions by providing predictable borrowing costs.
A 13-year-old died and two were injured in Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, after a fountain partially collapsed during celebrations for the country's second football World Cup victory. The incident occurred shortly after midnight, turning a national celebration into a tragedy.
The UK plans to introduce an optional midnight to 6am social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds, with 'addictive' features like autoplay and infinite scroll to be disabled by default, sparking mixed reactions among teens
In Thailand, a compassionate network of individuals and organizations provides emergency care for injured street animals, rooted in Buddhist principles of loving-kindness. Dr. Bow exemplifies this dedication, performing complex surgeries, while volunteers and groups like the Soi Dog Foundation offer daily support and large-scale sterilization programs.
A devastating fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district killed 27 people and injured over 60. The blaze, possibly caused by an electrical short circuit, spread rapidly, trapping victims near blocked emergency exits and bathrooms. Survivors described smoke and debris as the main threats.
A devastating fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district killed 27 people and injured over 60. The blaze, possibly caused by an electrical short circuit, spread rapidly, trapping many victims near blocked emergency exits and bathrooms.
A massive fire at a Bangkok pub early Monday killed at least 27 people and injured 63, with 22 in critical condition. The blaze broke out around midnight at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao in the Chatuchak district. The cause is under investigation, reviving concerns over fire safety in Thailand.
An explosive fire at a popular pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district killed 27 people and critically injured 22 others. Officials stated the fire broke out just before midnight Sunday, rapidly filling the venue with smoke. Survivors reported a lack of fire escapes, trapping many near the bathrooms.
A massive fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district early Monday killed at least 27 people and injured several others. The blaze broke out around midnight, with victims reportedly trapped in restrooms. An investigation into the cause and safety standards is underway, reviving concerns over past deadly nightclub fires in Thailand.
Mumbai Police are investigating a bomb threat call received by the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel on Sunday. A similar hoax threat was also reported at Delhi's Red Fort a day prior, with authorities probing both incidents.
Donald Trump announced he will not sign a bipartisan housing affordability bill, linking his decision to the Senate's failure to pass the SAVE America Act voting legislation. The housing bill, aimed at speeding up construction and limiting investor purchases of single-family homes, is expected to become law without his signature.
President Trump stated he will not sign a bipartisan housing bill that includes a ban on a U.S. central bank digital currency (CBDC) until 2030. The bill, aimed at boosting housing construction and limiting institutional investors, will automatically become law at midnight unless Trump vetoes it.
Hong Kong transitioned to Chinese rule at midnight, ending 156 years of British colonial governance. The ceremony included the swearing-in of new officials and a pledge of non-interference from Chinese President Jiang Zemin.
Taylor Swift's evolving perspective on love and marriage, from rejecting fairytales to embracing complex, "easy" love, is explored through her songwriting. Her recent engagement to Travis Kelce and new album "The Tortured Poets Department" reflect a shift from conflict-driven narratives to a nuanced depiction of happiness, challenging fan expectations.
A 75-year-old grandfather in China has become a beauty influencer, live-streaming late into the night to raise funds for his grandson's rare disease treatment. Zhu Yunchang applies makeup and swatches lipsticks to help cover the annual cost of approximately $206,000 for his grandson Jingyan's injections.
The 34th rotation of IAEA inspectors at the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) was completed successfully, with the 35th team arriving despite significant drone activity in the area. Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev confirmed the rotation proceeded without incident.
Rockstar has opened pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI, set for a November 19 release on PS5 and Xbox, with standard editions priced at $80/£70/€80. The game will be digital-only at launch, focusing on a single-player experience set in Leonida/Vice City, despite production delays and a unionization lawsuit.
A 1973 student protest in Ahmedabad over a mess fee hike, fueled by national inflation and commodity scarcity, escalated into the Navnirman agitation, dissolving the Gujarat assembly and inspiring Jayaprakash Narayan's Total Revolution, culminating in the 1975 Emergency.
Rockstar Games has announced Grand Theft Auto 6 will cost $80 for the Standard Edition and $100 for the Ultimate Edition, with pre-orders opening June 25. The game launches November 19, with pre-loading from November 12. Physical copies will contain only a download code.
England captain Ben Stokes apologized to his teammates for breaching team rules before the third Test against New Zealand. Stokes and Gus Atkinson missed the second Test due to an investigation into a midnight curfew violation, receiving written warnings. Stokes acknowledged the incident overshadowed Test debuts for young players.
Physicist Carlo Rovelli, author of "85 Seconds to Midnight," argues against rearmament in Europe, calling the idea of Russia threatening Europe "ridiculous." He cites mutual fear as the core problem, not Russian aggression, and criticizes Western European governments for promoting war.
Hong Kong police arrested a 35-year-old woman after finding a 1.5-meter crocodile on her balcony. This discovery led authorities to uncover approximately 100 more reptiles, including endangered species, in her flat, prompting an investigation by the AFCD.
