Canadian spending on travel to the US dropped by $3.3bn in 2025 due to Trump's policies, with travelers opting for other international destinations instead.
HBO Max launches a TikTok-like vertical video feed called 'Shorts' and an experimental AI conversational search to enhance content discovery, following trends set by Netflix, Disney+, and Peacock.
Avtar Singh, raised by grandparents in India, spent decades searching for his biological mother. A chance AI query during a holiday led him to a blog post by Nicci Dhamu, whose mother Savinder Kaur Nagi was Avtar's long-lost parent, revealing a complex family history of separation and silence.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states Iran's actions are targeted against the US, not neighboring Middle Eastern countries, with plans for post-conflict dialogue and trust restoration.
Israel says it is preparing an extensive West Bank operation after a deadly clash in Tell near Nablus killed four Palestinians and two Israelis. The incident has intensified calls for arrests, demolitions and more settlement activity.
Construction at Spaanskasteelplein in Ghent unearthed a medieval neighbourhood, including 200+ skeletons, church foundations, and military quarters, buried since 1540. The site, destroyed by Charles V, offers insights into daily life and ancient history before the Spanish Castle.
Donald Trump accused Canada of "poisoning" US air with wildfire smoke, threatening sanctions and tariffs, prompting incredulity from scientists. Experts assert the fires are a symptom of the climate crisis, exacerbated by policies Trump supported, not a lack of Canadian management.
Tens of thousands were urged to evacuate as severe wildfires continue to burn across Spain, France, and Italy, exacerbated by an impending heatwave and climate change. Spain declared a national emergency in Madrid and Avila, while France invoked the EU civil protection mechanism for aid.
Analysts view a proposed Indonesia-Philippines power link as crucial for addressing Philippine domestic energy issues, despite geographical and supply-chain challenges. The Philippines, as ASEAN chair, is advancing regional energy cooperation, while also addressing US-Iran tensions at ministerial meetings.
New data from the Metropolitan Police shows a significant drop in neighbourhood crime and homicides in London, with the Mayor attributing success to record police funding and the Violence Reduction Unit. The report aims to counter online disinformation portraying London as a "lawless" city.
Der Deutsche Schachbund verzeichnet einen Mitgliederboom, nähert sich 100.000 Mitgliedern und sieht keine Nachwuchssorgen. Präsident Paul Meyer-Dunker betont internationale Erfolge, Medaillenchancen bei der Schacholympiade und Pläne zur besseren Öffentlichkeitsarbeit, während der Frauenanteil noch ausbaufähig ist.
Research reveals low-income urban neighborhoods in Baltimore and Washington, DC, have more mosquitoes due to invasive nonnative trees. Rotting leaves from these plants provide a rich food source for larvae, leading to faster growth, increased survival, and larger adult mosquitoes, enhancing disease transmission.
Anthony Albanese will announce expanded paid work experience in healthcare at Labor's national conference. Australia's military is training in old-school navigation for cyber-attack resilience, Penny Wong will warn China, and a national emergency siren test is scheduled. Global news includes an oil surge, France's heatwave deaths, and pressure on Zelenskyy.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has amassed a vast residential portfolio over two decades, including properties in Washington, California, Washington D.C., New York, Florida, and Hawaii. His buying pattern often involves acquiring neighboring properties to expand existing compounds, with recent purchases totaling $234 million on Indian Creek Island, Miami.
The US Coast Guard Cutter Munro actively monitored Chinese research ships Xuelong and Xuelong 2 as they transited northbound through the US exclusive economic zone and extended continental shelf in the Bering Sea towards the Arctic, marking the first such transit this year.
Porsche-Chef Michael Leiters plant laut SPIEGEL-Informationen, sich auf Supersportwagen und »Made in Germany« zu konzentrieren, anstatt auf Elektroautos. Bei der Konzernmutter Volkswagen bestehen Bedenken, dass Leiters seine Interessen rücksichtslos durchsetzen könnte.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong will warn China against provocative actions in the South China Sea and caution world leaders on weaponizing the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating Middle East conflict and rising fuel prices. The address will be delivered at the ASEAN meeting in the Philippines.
Charlie Walker's book "On Thin Ice" recounts his 2022 trek across northern Siberia, coinciding with Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He observes ordinary Russians' views on the conflict and faces increasing scrutiny from the FSB, leading to his detention and deportation from the country.
China Merchants Securities, a leading Chinese brokerage, ceased market making for the mainland's only South Korea-focused ETF and five other QDII products. This move, described as commercial, aligns with Beijing's efforts to stabilize capital markets amidst significant volatility in South Korea's KOSPI index.
Sean McCann, younger brother of Madeleine McCann, has been selected to represent Scotland in swimming at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, aiming for a strong performance to aid his 2028 Olympic bid.
US President Donald Trump imposed a 50% tariff on various Canadian goods, including wine and cement, citing "unequal treatment." Canadian PM Mark Carney warned of potential retaliation while agreeing to intensify trade talks, as tensions escalate after 18 months of trade disputes.
A new cross-border insurance policy has overcome a regulatory hurdle, enabling Shenzhen-based Yivtol's S-Zero piloted aircraft to operate in Hong Kong. This policy addresses Hong Kong's aviation insurance requirements, paving the way for mainland developers to enter the city's market.
New research from North Carolina State University reveals that widespread backyard insecticide spraying in the eastern U.S. is causing Asian tiger mosquitoes to develop resistance to chemicals like pyrethroids. Genetic markers for resistance were found in 84% of sampled residential blocks in Wake County, NC, with higher prevalence in wealthier areas.
New research from NC State University reveals that widespread backyard insecticide spraying in the eastern U.S., particularly in wealthier areas of Wake County, North Carolina, is causing Asian tiger mosquitoes to rapidly develop genetic resistance to pyrethroids, making them harder to control and raising public health concerns.
