Why Are Some Liquors Called “Spirits”?
One theory suggests that we call liquor 'spirits' because of alcohol’s association with one spirit in particular: the Holy Spirit. But there are other theories.
2023-10-17 00:19
UPenn in crisis over antisemitism allegations: Jon Huntsman is the latest donor to stop giving, and a board member resigns
Former US Ambassador Jon Huntsman blasted the University of Pennsylvania's response to antisemitism and is promising to halt his family's donations to the prestigious university.
2023-10-16 23:55
Man pleads not guilty to murder of Ashling Murphy
Jozef Puska, 33, will now face jurors in a murder trial that is expected to last five weeks.
2023-10-16 23:50
Global smartphone market slumps to lowest Q3 level in decade - Counterpoint
The global smartphone market contracted by 8% to its lowest third-quarter level in a decade on subdued demand
2023-10-16 23:29
Israel and Gaza on campus: Tumult at US colleges as two sides dig in
Duelling protests at Columbia University show a widening generational divide on Israel and Gaza.
2023-10-16 23:26
Most Wall St brokerages upbeat on Instacart on e-grocery shopping potential
By Savyata Mishra Most Wall Street brokerages, including J.P.Morgan and Piper Sandler, kicked off coverage on Instacart with
2023-10-16 22:56
Antony Blinken holds talks with Prime Minster Netanyahu in Israel
His second trip to Israel in a week comes as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza reaches a critical point.
2023-10-16 22:51
Same-sex marriage: India awaits historic Supreme Court verdict
The government has strongly opposed petitions that are seeking marriage equality in the Supreme Court.
2023-10-16 21:15
Israel evacuates villages near Lebanon border amid fears of escalation
Israel accuses of Iran of ordering attacks by Hezbollah militants that killed two Israelis on Sunday.
2023-10-16 20:27
What is the Rafah crossing and why is it Gaza's lifeline?
The border crossing with Egypt is the only point of exit for Palestinians looking to flee Gaza.
2023-10-16 19:25
Miranda Cosgrove and Mr Beast mock her viral 'curse word' meme in new TikTok
Mr Beast and Miranda Cosgrove have recreated one of the actor's most viral moments from an interview in 2022 where she reveals she "actually does cuss a little". Cosgrove broke the internet after she stumbled revealing her favourite curse word, and in the new TikTok, Mr Beast can be seen begging her to say it again. "Just say it!", he begs, before she eventually gives in, and he delivers a crazy celebration as though his favourite team had just scored. The duo we never knew we needed. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-10-16 19:22
Hedge funds short food, beverage and tobacco stocks amid soaring bond yields -Goldman Sachs
By Nell Mackenzie LONDON Global hedge funds last week sold food, beverage and tobacco company stocks at the
2023-10-16 17:53