Director of British Museum steps down amid controversy over thefts of ancient items
The director of the British Museum says he's stepping down immediately amid investigations into the theft or disappearance of hundreds of items from its massive collection, including gold jewelry, semi-precious gems and antiquities dating to the 15th century B.C. Hartwig Fischer says he's resigning now, rather than waiting until next year, as he had originally planned
2023-08-26 01:26
Xinjiang profile
Provides an overview of Xinjiang, including key dates and facts about this autonomous region of China.
2023-08-25 23:54
Tibet profile
Provides an overview of Tibet, including key dates and facts about this autonomous region of China.
2023-08-25 23:48
China country profile
Provides an overview of China, including key dates and facts about this Asian country.
2023-08-25 23:45
St Kitts and Nevis media guide
An overview of the media in St Kitts and Nevis, as well as links to broadcasters and newspapers.
2023-08-25 21:59
St Kitts and Nevis country profile
Provides an overview of St Kitts and Nevis, including key facts about this Caribbean nation.
2023-08-25 21:50
How much did Britney Spears' engagement ring cost? Pop star replaces bling from Sam Asghari with new jewelry in dance video
Britney Spears replaced her initial four-carat diamond engagement ring with a larger teal moissanite stone set on a silver band
2023-08-25 21:46
New PointsBet NFL Promo: Five $100 Bonus Bets on ANY Game!
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2023-08-25 20:17
Joe Rogan has the funniest reaction upon inhaling salts: 'So wild. It' so jolting'
Theo Von and Joe Rogan experimented with smelling salts and recommended 'wafting' the unpleasant fragrance rather than inhaling it
2023-08-25 20:16
Heineken sells off Russian beer business for €1
The lager-maker will take a huge loss on the division which, it said, had taken longer to jettison.
2023-08-25 19:25
Irish students receive boosted Leaving Cert results for third year running
Unlike in the UK, grades were still boosted to reduce the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
2023-08-25 19:23
Elle Fanning makes Alexander McQueen campaign debut to promote Joan of Arc-inspired range
In a new range inspired by France’s patron saint, Elle Fanning has made her debut fronting an Alexander McQueen collection, alongside Naomi Campbell, Liu Wen and Eva Green.
2023-08-25 19:15