When Asher Lucas’s co-workers started taunting him for being transgender, saying he was “born a girl and needed to be a girl,” he figured this type of bullying would not be tolerated at a well-known restaurant. But after complaining to his manager, Mr. Lucas was fired along with three employees who spoke up on his…
The C.I.A. director John Ratcliffe said on Wednesday that intelligence sharing with Ukraine had been paused alongside military aid to pressure its government to cooperate with the Trump administration’s plans to end the country’s war with Russia. Speaking on Fox Business, Mr. Ratcliffe applauded the Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement on Tuesday praising President Trump…
Polio campaign in Gaza Strip reaches around 603 000 children with better access 28 February 2025, Jerusalem/Amman/Geneva – A five-day mass polio vaccination campaign in the Gaza Strip concluded on Wednesday, reaching nearly 603 000 children under 10 years of age with novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2) following comprehensive, simultaneous access to all five…
Another night, another milestone for LeBron James, although this one did indeed resonate more than most. Becoming the first NBA player to reach 50,000 career points created a particularly alluring way to express and appreciate James’ sustained excellence over 22 seasons. Just another number, sure, but a very large one, previously unattained. It even caused…
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Messenger Email Need some red carpet hair inspo? There’s no doubt Gigi Hadid is the queen of versatile looks – from luscious long layers, to trendy bangs and sleek up-dos, she’s done them all. Check out some of our favourite styles over the years: 1. Long and Elegant …
Volodymyr Zelensky took a major step on Tuesday toward mending ties with President Trump, issuing what amounts to a tacit apology for what he called last Friday’s “regrettable” White House slugfest. The question now is whether Mr. Trump will take yes for an answer and put comparable pressure on Vladimir Putin to negotiate a durable…
The tutelage began last Friday, soon after President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine suffered through a humiliating dressing down at the White House, courtesy of President Trump. Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain suggested that Mr. Zelensky return to the White House to mend fences with Mr. Trump. That idea was scotched by both sides, who…
The new Digg will launch in the coming weeks as a website and mobile app. Before Reddit there was Digg, which popularized up- and down-votes on online posts. Now the founders of both platforms—social media veterans Kevin Rose and Alexis Ohanian—are relaunching the early Reddit rival with a focus on “humanity and connection” they hope…
NEW YORK — The Mets led the major leagues in spending for the third straight season in 2024 and have totaled $1.36 billion in payroll and luxury tax over four years under owner Steve Cohen, exceeding what the Marlins, Pirates and Rays each have spent on players in the past 21 seasons. The Mets established…
Hollywood’s biggest night has drawn its curtain, and the 97th Academy Awards delivered a spectacle worthy of the silver screen. From long-overdue first-time winners to electrifying performances, the 2025 Oscars had it all—glamour, surprises, and history in the making. Hosted by the ever-witty Conan O’Brien at the iconic Dolby Theatre, this year’s ceremony saw Anora…
