US imposes sanctions on DR Congo ex-President Kabila alleging rebel support
The former leader has not responded to US accusations that he is aiming to destabilise the government.
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The Upcoming Resident Evil Movie Looks Legit Scary In Its First Trailer
There’s a trailer for the new Resident Evil movie and it looks surprisingly great, though the somber tone could disappoint people looking for the camp of the Paul W.S. Anderson installments. This looks to be a serious horror film. It’s directed by Zach Cregger, fresh off his Oscar-winning Weapons….
As Iranians Face War, There’s Still Solace in a Cafe
Cafes and coffee shops give Iranians affordable places to talk about their hopes, fears and the cost of living as well as to seek company in uncertain times.
Queen Camilla wore another Fiona Clare dress to the King’s Trust gala in NYC
Here are some photos of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s final event in New York, the King’s Trust Global Gala. Camilla wore a repeat – I’ve seen her in this leopard-print Fiona Clare dress before – I remember it because I actually liked Camilla in an animal-print. Her little cape is old too. Does anyone…
The World’s Central Banks Are Wrestling With a Gigantic Problem
Inflationary surges and economic slowdowns set off by the war in Iran, tariffs and other Trump policies have forced monetary officials to adjust, our columnist says.
New treatment cuts bad cholesterol by nearly 50% without statins
High levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream can lead to hypercholesterolemia, a condition that damages arteries and raises the risk of heart disease. Now, researchers from the University of Barcelona and the University of Oregon have developed a promising new approach to control cholesterol levels, offering a potential new way to combat atherosclerosis, which occurs…
Uber wants to be your travel agent, concierge, and personal shopper next
The company’s latest expansion beyond rides signals bigger ‘everything app’ ambitions while raising fresh questions about convenience and cost. The company that pulled onto the road nearly 16 years ago as UberCab increasingly seems less interested in driving than in what users do before and after summoning a ride through its app.
NBA playoff winners and losers: Wolves advance, 76ers stay alive, Jaylen Brown and Jamal Murray scuffle
Two teams closed out their first-round series on Thursday night. The Knicks sent Atlanta home and the undermanned Wolves eliminated Denver in an upset. The Celtics, meanwhile, have gone from up 3-1 to having to play a Game 7 on Saturday as the 76ers took them down in Game 6 to even their series. Let’s…
Reporters at McClatchy Withhold Bylines in A.I. Dispute
Journalists at newspapers like The Miami Herald and The Sacramento Bee are refusing to let the chain use their names on summarized articles generated by a new A.I. tool.
Saudi Big Spending Changed Sports and More. So Will the End of That Era.
The kingdom is pulling back from a costly and high-profile golf venture amid mounting financial concerns, raising questions about its plans.