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From hospitals to schools: China expands scrutiny of religious beliefs in Chengdu

Ferrari’s first all-electric car sells for $40M, nearly 40 times initial estimate of $1.1M

Ferrari’s first all-electric car, the bespoke Luce “Chassis 0,” has sold for a record $40 million at a charity auction in Monterey, nearly 40 times its initial $1.1 million estimate. The sale makes it the most expensive new car ever auctioned, while the buyer will have to wait until 2027 for delivery.

At 15, Lynne Cox broke the English Channel record for men and women; at 30...

In 1987, endurance swimmer Lynne Cox made waves by crossing the Bering Strait, swimming from Alaska to Soviet territory during a tense Cold War period. This monumental swim was more than a personal triumph; it represented a bridge of peace and understanding between two divided nations. Her bravery earned accolades from leaders in both the US and the Soviet Union, emphasizing the potential for coop...

3,000 hectares up in flames: Belgium battles its biggest wildfire on record

Influencer Talks Baby Plans: looksmaxxer says couple trying for child; past infertility claims surface

Clavicular says he and Lily Snyder are trying to have a baby after stopping birth control. The 20-year-old influencer previously claimed he was unable to have children because of testosterone use. During a recent Kick livestream, he said he plans to take testosterone while trying for a child. The couple also spoke about the relationship problems they have faced.

'They were Indian, so we didn’t count them': US cleaning business owner faces scrutiny over racial profiling

Princess Iman welcomes twin daughters Talia and Rania with husband Jameel Alexander Thermiotis

Princess Iman of Jordan and her husband Jameel Alexander Thermiotis have welcomed twin daughters, Talia and Rania. The newborns were born on August 14, bringing a double celebration to King Abdullah II and Queen Rania, who are now grandparents to four granddaughters. The couple’s older daughter, Amina, has also become a big sister.

In 1953, Emma tried hiking the Appalachian Trail, got lost and was rescued; two years later...

Emma Gatewood etched her name in history in 1955 as the first woman to conquer the Appalachian Trail solo at the remarkable age of 67. With minimal equipment, she bravely journeyed over 2,190 miles, transforming the narrative around long-distance hiking for women. Her perseverance and spirit culminated in two additional hikes, serving as an inspiration for countless adventurers seeking freedom and...

Iran moves to criminalise interviews with US, Israeli media, with prison terms up to 30 years

In 1933, Lincoln's Crooked House was marked for demolition; work revealed a hidden...

In the midst of a demolition in 1933, builders stumbled upon a remarkable 16th-century timber-framed structure known as the Wonky House. This architectural gem narrowly evaded obliteration and has since undergone conservation efforts to rectify damage caused by death-watch beetles and previous poor repairs. Thanks to significant funding, extensive restoration will soon provide unique holiday accom...

8-year-old boy catches a piranha while fishing with dad at Pennsylvania lake

While fishing near Philadelphia, an eight-year-old boy made an unusual catch: a piranha. Officials identified this tropical fish as non-native to Pennsylvania, raising alarms over the potential dangers of exotic pets being set free into local waters. Releasing such species is illegal and can jeopardize public safety. Following their unexpected encounter, the boy and his father took responsible act...

Four Renaissance masterpieces stolen from Sicily museum in art heist

A Maine oyster farm is testing a floating conveyor that moves oyster baskets through water and air

Engineers in Maine are developing an innovative solar-powered floating system tailored for oyster farming. This unique platform incorporates a vertical conveyor that efficiently transports oyster baskets from underwater to above, aiming to enhance production while significantly lessening the labor demands on farmers. Additionally, it aids in shaping the oysters and cleaning their shells from unwan...

Got a secret you can’t tell anyone? Visit this ‘grave of secrets’

A unique art installation in Brooklyn offers a place for visitors to anonymously share their deepest secrets. French artist Sophie Calle created a marble obelisk where people can deposit written confessions. This project, which began in 2017, will continue until the year 2042. Secrets deposited will be exhumed and cremated in a ceremonial service periodically. The installation provides a moment of...

South Africa’s lithium boom puts 73,000 hectares of farmland in focus

San Diego student develops red-light therapy to help heal wounds in space

An 18-year-old San Diego student has been named a finalist in the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search for developing a low-cost red-light treatment to improve wound healing in microgravity. Leanne Fan built a $200 device to simulate microgravity and found that the treatment accelerated tissue regeneration in flatworms by 95.2%. Tests with human cells also showed faster cell movement during wound ...

Meet Connor Hill, 17-year-old Pennsylvania student who wrote a computer program to...

Connor Hill triumphed in the competition with his exceptional algorithm for classifying noble polyhedra, discovering two infinite families alongside 146 distinct shapes. Edward Kang's AI tool for autism screening claimed the second position, and Iris Shen's innovative blood cancer research involving clams took third place. Additionally, Regeneron expressed their commitment by extending sponsorship...

Rolex sues Canadian jewellery store Bijoux Medusa over customized watches, claims trademark infringement

Inde Navarrette Cast As Rogue: Ex-streamer lands MCU’s new X-Men role; Obsession paved the way

Inde Navarrette’s career has reached a major milestone after she was cast as Rogue in Marvel’s upcoming X-Men reboot. The actress first gained recognition through roles in 13 Reasons Why and Superman & Lois before earning critical praise for her intense performance in Obsession. Her journey also includes a past as a Twitch and YouTube streamer. Now, Navarrette is stepping onto Marvel’s biggest...

China launches 24th batch of low-orbit internet satellites from Hainan site

The launch took place from the southern island province of Hainan, which has become an important location for China's commercial space activities. The latest mission is part of China's ongoing effort to build large networks of low-orbit satellites that can provide internet connectivity from space. The rocket lifted off at 12.10 pm Beijing time and successfully placed the satellites into their desi...

Bangladesh PM's proposed India visit conditional on Hasina extradition, officials say

Virginia re-wet a swamp across 150 miles of old ditches; peat traps 200,000 tonnes of carbon

North Carolina is restoring its coastal peatlands by bringing water back to areas damaged by drainage, farming and timber activities. The projects aim to reduce the risk of severe peat fires while keeping carbon stored in wet soils. At Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, 37,000 acres have been restored, with water-control structures helping recreate natural water movement. Similar work at Ango...

British student George Smyth, 18, found dead in Romania months after going missing during hike

She came to Michigan with $7 and founded a thriving island community

Over 100 arrested in Morocco over fresh Ceuta migrant crossing attempt