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Balkan Investigative Reporting Highlights: 20 Stories from 20 Years
From 2005 onwards, BIRN has expanded its work across more than 17 countries, building a network of reporters, editors, researchers and media partners. BIRN journalists have uncovered cross-border criminal networks, tracked disinformation...

Bigg Boss Fame Abdu Rozik Detained in Dubai Over Alleged Theft Charges
Abdu Rozik in handcuffs at Dubai Airport was not on my 2025 bingo card. Yet here we are, scrolling through yet another news cycle of wild rumors, WhatsApp forwards, and Twitter jumping to conclusions faster than you skip YouTube ads. So, kya scene...

“Unprecedented” heatwave in southern Europe
In addition to hail in some places, in Portugal, Sunday's heat led to the formation of a rare phenomenon of "rolling clouds", which accumulated in certain stretches of the coast. Images shared on social media show a huge horizontal cloud moving...

Coronation Street star Georgia Taylor declared love by co-star after 'gorgeous' update
Coronation Street star Georgia Taylor has been declared love by one her castmates as she was flooded with messages over her latest update. The actress, who is best known for playing Toyah Battersby in the ITV soap, took to social media with a...

The Mercury’s Sound Off for Sunday, July 13
I am so proud that The Mercury has Sound Off. Other papers can’t deal with a forum like this. The other papers can’t deal with timely commentary on the news. I am even prouder of the MAGA contributors to Sound Off. Most of them stick to the facts....

The National Guard’s History of Violent Labor Repression
Ludlow, Colorado, 1914: eleven thousand mine workers had been on strike for seven months against John D. Rockefeller’s Colorado Fuel and Iron Company, protesting low pay and dangerous conditions. They were overwhelmingly immigrants, from Greece,...

Jota, Brother Laid To Rest Oasis Play 'Live Forever' In Tribute At Comeback Concert
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota and his brother were laid to rest on Saturday in their hometown, just days after the pair died in a car crash that shocked the football world. Jota, 28, and Andre Silva, 25, were...

Why was there no ‘Middle Ages’ in Mexico?
Dragons, phoenixes and basilisks: None of these medieval beasts were ever sighted in Mesoamerican territory. Busy building pyramids and astronomical observatories, the ancient civilizations that populated present-day Mexico knew neither castles...

Everything you need to know about The Ocean Race Europe 2025
One month out from the start of the 2025 edition of The Ocean Race Europe seven mixed-gender crews made up of sailors from across 13 nations are in the throes of their final preparations for the Race start in Kiel, Germany on August 10. The 2025...

Backlash grows over Israel’s proposal for prison-like city in Gaza
Forced displacement of Palestinians is back in the spotlight as Israel's Prime Minister visits Washington and his Defence Minister proposes a prison-like “humanitarian city” built in Gaza, on the ruins of yet another city Israel has destroyed....

Arizona Gov. Hobbs signs budget for fiscal year 2025-2026
By Howard Fischer Capitol Media Services PHOENIX -- State government will not shut down Monday night. Gov. Katie Hobbs on Friday penned her approval to a nearly $17.6 billion spending plan for the budget year that begins Tuesday. That followed a...

TUI encourages Brits to embark on a Jurassic World adventure
Inspired by the latest Jurassic World movie, TUI and Marella Cruise are encouraging Brit’s to discover the thrill of adventure through a variety of Jurassic-themed destinations and experiences across the world. The new movie “Jurassic World...

Portuguese Star Diogo Jota Dies in Car Accident Alongside Brother
Liverpool star forward Diogo Jota and his younger brother, André Silva, died in a car accident on Thursday, July 3, 2025, in northwestern Spain, authorities confirmed. The Spanish Civil Guard told The Associated Press that the crash occurred near...

UAE adventurers embark on 12,600km-long overland trip through 26 countries
A group of intrepid adventurers from the United Arab Emirates has launched an ambitious overland journey spanning 26 countries, setting off from Dubai and concluding in Scotland. The 12,600km-long expedition aims to promote cultural exchange and...

100+ Prime Day Luggage Deals to Grab Before Midnight
Deals and pricing updated as of 5:06 p.m. The best Prime Day luggage deals of the year are coming to an end—today is your final chance to score deep discounts on top-rated travel gear before the sale ends at midnight. Whether you're eyeing a sleek...

158 Human Traffickers Arrested and 1194 Victims Safeguarded in Global Operation
A major operation against human trafficking has resulted in the safeguarding of 1 194 potential victims and the arrest of 158 suspects. As part of ongoing investigations, an additional 205 human trafficking suspects have also been identified. The...
Wedding FOMO after Bezos' big day? Craft your own magical moments at these budget-friendly destinations
Now that the uber-wealthy set has left Venice after witnessing the gaudy nuptials of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, you'd think that it's a show-stopper, something that can't be outdone when it comes to deciding where to host your wedding...

Top 5 Balkan Countries to Visit: Where to Go for Culture, Nature & History
Where ancient cobblestones meet Adriatic dreams—the Balkans serve up Europe's most authentic adventures without the tourist crowds. Photo by Canva Diverse cultures, turbulent history and breathtaking hidden gems: welcome to the Balkan Peninsula,...

Big East MBB Summer Vibe Check: Creighton
Team: Creighton Bluejays 2024-25 Record: 25-11, 15-5 Big East 2024-25 Big East Finish: Second, three games behind St. John’s and one game in front of UConn. Final Computer Rankings NET: #37 KenPom.com: #35 BartTorvik.com: #31 Postseason? After...

QSL postcards instead of WhatsApp
"Ding-ding," the doorbell chimes. "Diiing-diiing," it insistently plays its brief aria. On tiptoe, I approach the peephole of the brown leather-covered door. At the threshold stand my neighbor girls, each holding a few candy boxes adorned with...