US economy on the brink as time runs low to avert debt default
America is heading close to the brink of a self-imposed economic disaster with the Republican-led House refusing to pay the country's debts unless President Joe Biden agrees on cuts to current and future spending and new curbs on social programs.
2023-05-22 12:20
'Succession' stages a funeral for the ages with 'Church and State'
For those keeping score, that's one wedding (sort of), one funeral this season on "Succession," with the latter joining the pantheon of memorable funeral-related entertainment -- on a level with "The Godfather" or the "Chuckles the Clown" episode of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," take your pick.
2023-05-22 11:23
Thousands mass for pro-EU rally in Moldovan capital, amid tensions with Russia
Moldovan President Maia Sandu is vying for EU member status, amid fears of a Russian-backed coup.
2023-05-22 09:00
Ukraine war: Satellite images reveal Russian defences before major assault
Fortifications against Ukraine's counter-attack are uncovered by a BBC analysis of satellite images.
2023-05-22 07:24
Sudan conflict: Army fights to keep Wadi Saeedna air base, residents say
Paramilitaries are trying to cross the River Nile to reach the air strip, residents say.
2023-05-21 21:55
Melissa McCarthy ‘begged’ for chance to play Ursula in ‘The Little Mermaid’
'The Little Mermaid' actress Melissa McCarthy has admitted she "begged" for a chance to prove herself and earn the role of Ursula in the film.
2023-05-21 19:15
Biden asks aides to arrange call with McCarthy as debt ceiling talks appear stalled
President Joe Biden has asked to speak with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy once his meetings conclude in Japan, in hopes of helping to put negotiations to raise the US debt ceiling -- which have appeared mostly stalled since Friday -- back on track.
2023-05-21 17:57
Starbucks: What a coffee ad reveals about transphobia in India
A viral ad has sparked conversations about how transgender people are treated in India.
2023-05-21 07:55
Corporate America Hit by Rate-Sticker Shock: Credit Weekly
Corporate America is waking up to what higher interest rates really mean. Companies across the credit spectrum are
2023-05-21 04:25
Christian McCaffrey clarifies, didn’t mean to shade Panthers when he shaded Panthers
49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is walking back an earlier comment he made about his ex-team -- probably for the good karma.San Francisco 49ers' Christian McCaffrey appears to be enjoying life on his new team, but he doesn't want to seemtoohappy about it.The star running bac...
2023-05-21 02:19
Robin Lod sidelined with meniscus tear in right knee
Robin Lod has been ruled out for an extended period after suffering a meniscus tear in his right knee during Wednesday’s 1-0 home-win over the Houston Dynamo.
2023-05-21 00:23
Wrexham: Argentine super fan trying to get to The Racecourse
There are strong links to Wales in Patagonia, with the national anthem sung in one school daily.
2023-05-20 15:18