Canada wildfires: Tens of millions under air quality warnings as fires burn
Wildfires in Canada briefly left some cities with the worst air quality in the world overnight.
2023-06-07 19:53
Missouri man executed for killing two in botched jailbreak
Michael Tisius, 42, was denied clemency despite several jurors in his case speaking up for him.
2023-06-07 18:54
Japan rethinks tattoo ban in defence forces to lift recruitment
Japan's Self-Defence Forces are struggling to recruit from a population that is shrinking and ageing.
2023-06-07 16:57
Two Chinese snooker players banned for life for match-fixing, eight others suspended
Two professional Chinese snooker players have been banned for life and eight others suspended after being found guilty of match-fixing and other charges, the sport's governing body has announced.
2023-06-07 12:55
Why is Japan redefining rape?
Japan moves to reform its sex assault laws, finally recognising consent.
2023-06-07 11:21
12.9 million Chinese students take college entrance exam as pressures mount
For nearly 13 million high school students across China, Wednesday marks a day that could make or break their plans for college and the increasingly competitive job market beyond.
2023-06-07 11:20
How country music legend Dolly Parton is helping millions of children across California
Every child under the age of five in California is now qualified to receive a free book in the mail every month, thanks to the state's expansion of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
2023-06-07 10:18
Stephen A. Smith Calls Nikola Jokic A 'Big Tub of Lard Who Can't Jump Over the Curb'
A little harsh.
2023-06-07 01:30
Cook Islands media guide
An overview of the media in Cook Islands, as well as links to broadcasters and newspapers.
2023-06-07 00:47
World Bank lifts 2023 global growth forecasts, but cuts next year's outlook
By David Lawder WASHINGTON The World Bank on Tuesday raised its 2023 global growth forecast as the U.S.
2023-06-06 21:45
Mental Floss’s ‘The Curious Compendium of Wonderful Words’ Features Fun Slang, Strange Phrase Origins, and More
Sure, all books are filled with words—but not quite like this.
2023-06-06 21:23
Tobacco group BAT sticks to full-year revenue forecast
British American Tobacco maintained its full-year revenue growth outlook on Tuesday, betting on steady demand for its vaping
2023-06-06 14:25