In rural Zimbabwe, a group of grandmothers counters alleged election intimidation, bias on WhatsApp
Ahead of national elections next week, some people in Zimbabwe's rural areas say they are facing intimidation from supporters of the long-ruling ZANU-PF party and a biased state-run media that restricts their options
2023-08-19 14:29
Explainer-Canada's record wildfire season: what's behind it and when will it end?
More than 20,000 people in Yellowknife were evacuating the northern Canadian city as fire crews on Thursday battled
2023-08-19 14:27
The Asian Retailer Outgunning Amazon And Walmart in South Africa
Shein is the most downloaded shopping app on South Africa’s Google Play store. And it isn’t even trying
2023-08-19 14:22
A kindergartener accidentally swallowed a tooth -- so her principal wrote the tooth fairy a special letter
Five-year-old Kaisley Blake had big plans for her first-ever loose tooth -- and they involved a pillow, not a swallow, according to her dad.
2023-08-19 14:21
How long did Lolita aka Tokitae spend in captivity? 'World's loneliest whale' dies of kidney failure in tiny tank
Lolita, also known as Tokitae, the orca whale held in captivity at the Miami Seaquarium in Florida passed away at the age of 57
2023-08-19 14:18
Hurricane Hilary prompts historic tropical storm warning for California as Southwest braces for dangerous rain, flooding
Residents in the Southwest are bracing for heavy rains and potentially catastrophic flooding as Hurricane Hilary is expected to pummel the region as a rare tropical storm beginning Sunday and lasting into next week.
2023-08-19 13:58
Mike Tyson sparks excitement for potential Jake Paul vs Terence Crawford showdown on podcast
Recently, Jake Paul made headlines for claiming victory during the bout between him and Nate Diaz and Sebastian Joseph Day
2023-08-19 13:56
How old is Al Roker? 'Today' host gets 'early birthday' surprise from co-hosts and special guest on morning show
On recent ‘Today’ broadcast, special guest Jon Batiste surprised Al Roker as he served up a birthday cake and snacks to the hosts on live TV
2023-08-19 13:55
Would a Texas law take away workers' water breaks? A closer look at House Bill 2127
Opponents of a sweeping Texas bill blocking local governments from enforcing their laws say it would deprive workers of water breaks during a historic heat wave, among other dangers
2023-08-19 13:55
Jake Paul criticizes Dana White for massive pay gap among UFC fighters: ‘I just want him to pay fighters more'
Jake Paul said, 'You know, now that the company is making billions of dollars a year, and the fighters are only getting 15 percent of it'
2023-08-19 13:54
Rays defeat Angels 9-6 in 10 innings despite Ohtani grand slam and a triple play
Despite the Angels turning their first triple play in 26 years and Shohei Ohtani hitting his second grand slam in the majors, Los Angeles still found a way to lose
2023-08-19 13:49
Women’s World Cup LIVE: Sarina Wiegman says ‘everyone’s talking about 1966’ and backs England to end hurt
England are counting down the hours until they play in their first Women’s World Cup final as Sarina Wiegman and her players prepare to face Spain for the title in Sydney on Sunday. It’s the first time the England men’s or women’s team have reached a football World Cup final since 1966, with the nation set to come to a halt as the Lionesses look to bring the game’s biggest prize back home. And manager Wiegman is well aware of the 57 years of hurt that the nation has endured and is backing her side to end that on Sunday morning. Wiegman will give a press conference this morning ahead of the final, after she confirmed she is happy as England manager and wants to see out the remainder of her contract, despite speculation linking the Lionesses boss to the United States, Meanwhile, Australia will look to finish their home World Cup on a high as they face Sweden in the third-place play-off in Brisbane. The Matildas were beaten by England in the semi-finals but will hope to sign off with a win after capturing the hearts of the nation during their record-breaking run. Follow all the build-up to England’s clash against Spain in the final, get all the latest Women’s World Cup odds here and find latest tips for the game itself here. Read More Sarina Wiegman: ‘Stop talking about the result — we know what we want’ Ella Toone or Lauren James? Sarina Wiegman has already made the biggest decision of England’s World Cup Sarina Wiegman commits future to England after USA speculation
2023-08-19 13:45