Tag: World
Most countries bouncing back from COVID-19, but poorest are not: UN
Many countries are bouncing back from the COVID-19 pandemic, but the poorest are not and a significant number are seeing their conditions deteriorate, the UN says.
Who is Rose Hanbury and how does she tie into the Kate Middleton drama?
Rose Hanbury has been linked to the Prince and Princess of Wales for years, but an old rumour is getting fresh air as Kensington Palace continues to fumble.
Former top aide to Alexei Navalny attacked with hammer, blames ‘Putin’s henchmen’
Leonid Volkov, the former chief of staff for late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, was reportedly beaten with a hammer and had tear gas sprayed in his eyes.
Deadly bird flu strain spreads in South America. What’s the risk to humans?
The H5N1 bird flu virus has spread more aggressively than in wild birds and marine mammals since arriving in South America in 2022, scientists warn.
Tapeworm eggs found in man’s brain. Undercooked bacon may be to blame
A man from the U.S. was in for a startling surprise after he was hospitalized for his worsening migraines, only to be told parasitic tapeworm larvae in his brain caused them.
Worms found in Chornobyl may be immune to nuclear radiation, study suggests
These little worms are remarkably resistant to radiation, and could one day help researchers understand how to protect against carcinogens.
Airbnb bans use of indoor security cameras in rental properties
Airbnb said the decision to ban indoor security cameras comes as part of an initiative to 'prioritize the privacy of our community.'
Andrew Tate, brother detained in Romania over ‘sexual aggression’ allegations
Andrew and Tristan Tate can be extradited to the U.K. on an arrest warrant, but only after a separate Romanian trial involving sex trafficking charges is completed.
Ariel Henry to step down as Haitian PM amid ongoing gang violence
Haiti's unelected prime minister, Ariel Henry, will step down once a transition council and temporary replacement have been appointed, he said on Monday.
Canadians in Haiti warned to shelter in place as gang violence continues
Canadians are advised to stock up on essentials and shelter in place, or if they cannot to limit their movements as Haiti sees escalating gang violence.
‘Catastrophic’: Quebecers worry about family amid crisis in Caribbean country
Members of Quebec's Haitian community are worried as violence in Haiti has escalated in recent weeks. Some fear the country could be on the verge of collapse.
The biggest clues that exposed Kate Middleton’s ‘edited’ family photo
Kensington Palace's strategy to calm speculation about the Princess of Wales has backfired, thanks to an admittedly edited family photo.
Poland’s president calls for NATO defence spending to rise to 3% of GDP
President Andrzej Duda's appeal comes at Poland marks the 25th anniversary of its accession to NATO, along with the Czech Republic and Hungary, on March 12, 1999.
Chinese tourism to Canada still lags behind pre-pandemic levels, data shows
Data shows Chinese tourism in Canada is lagging behind pre-pandemic levels. An industry expert said tourists from the People's Republic brought in $2 billion in 2019.
Five missing skiers found dead in Swiss Alps, search still on for 1 other
A group of six-cross country skiers, including five family members, set off from the base of the Matterhorn on a gruelling alpine route.
