Police officer, 19, dies from crash injuries
BBC
Police officer, 19, dies from crash injuries
Jess Turnbull "had so much to look forward to in her career and her life", the chief constable says.
21m ago
U.S. launches second day of Iran strikes. And, World Cup facts to know before kickoff
NPR
U.S. launches second day of Iran strikes. And, World Cup facts to know before kickoff
The U.S. launched air strikes on Iran for a second consecutive day. And, the World Cup kicks off today in Mexico City, where tensions threaten to disrupt events.
42m ago
Women Who Fled Iran Are to Be Deported to Central African Republic, Lawyers Say
New York Times
Women Who Fled Iran Are to Be Deported to Central African Republic, Lawyers Say
The women are among nearly two dozen people slated to be sent to a country where the U.S. government has advised “Do not travel for any reason.”
2h ago
Along the 7 train in Queens, World Cup fans welcome the 'beautiful game'
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Along the 7 train in Queens, World Cup fans welcome the 'beautiful game'
The 2026 World Cup is being played in New Jersey, but in Queens, New York, home to immigrants from all over the world, soccer is not just a sport. It's a way of life.
2h ago
How 'algorithm' got its name from a 9th-century Persian mathematician
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How 'algorithm' got its name from a 9th-century Persian mathematician
In the 9th century, Muhammad ibn Musa al-Kharizmi helped solidify the concept of algorithms in mathematics and popularized algebra and the use of the zero.
2h ago
With Inflation Bearing Down, Europe Is Facing Higher Interest Rates
New York Times
With Inflation Bearing Down, Europe Is Facing Higher Interest Rates
The European Central Bank is set to raise rates, the first such move since September 2023, as energy disruptions caused by the Iran war drive higher prices.
4h ago
Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them
BBC
Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them
In conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood.
7h ago
Analysis of Satellite Image and Videos Suggest Precision U.S. Strikes on Iranian Water Facility
New York Times
Analysis of Satellite Image and Videos Suggest Precision U.S. Strikes on Iranian Water Facility
It is unclear if the U.S. intentionally struck the facility or knew what it was. Deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure could constitute a war crime.
11h ago
Feds won't seek death penalty in plea deal with man accused of killing Minnesota lawmaker
PBS
Feds won't seek death penalty in plea deal with man accused of killing Minnesota lawmaker
U.S. prosecutors said Wednesday they will not seek the death penalty as part of a plea agreement with the man charged in the political assassinations of the top Democrat in the Minnesota House along w
11h ago
WATCH LIVE: Senate Banking Committee holds hearing on artificial intelligence
PBS
WATCH LIVE: Senate Banking Committee holds hearing on artificial intelligence
The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee is holding a hearing Thursday on artificial intelligence, titled "AI and the American Dream: Promoting Innovation, Affordability, and American D
11h ago
Trump administration warns hundreds of hospitals to increase price transparency or face fines
PBS
Trump administration warns hundreds of hospitals to increase price transparency or face fines
The Trump administration has warned more than 500 hospitals that they are failing to provide the public with basic pricing information — arguing that the lack of disclosure is keeping healthcare costs
12h ago
Olivia Rodrigo on heartbreak and choosing her wedding song
BBC
Olivia Rodrigo on heartbreak and choosing her wedding song
The pop star discusses the difficulty of writing happy songs, and her Glastonbury anxiety attack.
12h ago