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Thousands gather in US capitol for March on Washington 60th anniversary

To mark the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, thousands converged on the National Mall in Washington on Saturday. They said the US has yet to fulfil Martin Luther King's dream as the country remains fractured by racial inequality

26/08/2023

USA

Space X flies four new astronauts to the International Space Station

Four astronauts from four countries are currently rocketing toward the International Space Station. They are expected to reach the orbiting lab in their SpaceX capsule on Sunday, replacing four astronauts who have lived there since March.

26/08/2023

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Fans of Japanese manga One Piece celebrate a Netflix launch

Originally a manga series, One Piece has spawned a lengthy anime and multiple movies. Now, fans await eagerly the launch of a Netflix adaptation on August 31.

25/08/2023

Culture news

Has Donald Trump taken the most iconic mugshot in history?

The first ever mugshot of a US president is a significant image. It enters into the rather unique pantheon of historic mugshots.

25/08/2023

Green News

Pet bulldog abandoned at airport after being refused by airline

A woman abandoned her dog at a Pennsylvania airport before flying to a resort, officials say.

25/08/2023

USA

Trump posts mug shot on site formerly known as Twitter

Donald Trump returned to the social media site formerly known as Twitter by posting his mug shot on Thursday after he surrendered himself at a jail in Atlanta on charges that he illegally schemed to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia.

25/08/2023

USA

Trump sits out first Republican presidential debate

The first clash of hopeful Republican presidential nominees took place without Trump. But most of the eight candidates have said they would back the former US president even if he was convicted of any of the 91 charges he's currently facing.

24/08/2023

USA

Trump set to surrender in Georgia over election charges

Former US President Donald Trump is set to surrender to authorities in Georgia to face charges that he schemed to overturn the 2020 election in the state.

24/08/2023

Mobility

'World’s fastest shoes' let you walk at the speed of a run

The AI-powered, TikTok-famous "Moonwalkers" can be strapped onto your shoes to make you reach a top walking speed of 11 km/h.

24/08/2023

Culture news

WGA rejects first offer made by the Hollywood studios

After nearly four months of strikes from the writers union, the studios have made their first counteroffer.

23/08/2023

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WATCH: Storm in California leaves trail of destruction behind

Storm Hilary has dropped more than half an average year's worth of rain in some areas as southern Californians battle flooded roads, mudslides and downed trees.

22/08/2023

Health news

US authorities authorise RSV vaccine for pregnant women

The vaccine was developed by pharmaceutical giant Pfizer.

22/08/2023

Culture news

Fool me once... Fyre Festival is back, baby

After the disastrous Fyre Festival in 2017 saw punters stranded and the founder in prison, everyone's favourite festival has returned.

22/08/2023

USA

Trump announces arrest plans ahead of Georgia visit

Former US president, Donald Trump announces plans to turn himself into the authorities in Georgia amid claims of illegal election interference

22/08/2023

USA

Biden pledges help to Maui ‘for as long as it takes’ after wildfires

The president and his wife cut short their week-long holiday to comfort survivors of the devastating wildfires.

22/08/2023

USA

Tropical Storm Hilary lashes Mexico and California

Forecasters said Hilary was the first tropical storm to hit Southern California in 84 years, bringing floods, mudslides, high winds, power outages and the potential for isolated tornadoes.

21/08/2023

Green News

Should ‘super emitters’ be taxed for climate impact of their income?

The richest 10% of US households responsible for 40% of the country’s emissions, a new study reveals.

19/08/2023

USA

US, Japan and South Korea agree Pacific security pact

“The purpose of our trilateral security cooperation is and will remain to promote and enhance peace and stability throughout the region,” the leaders said in a joint statement.

19/08/2023

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WATCH: The search for victims of Hawaii's fire continues

Rescue workers from across the US are using tracker dogs as they search for the remains of the fire's victims. The authorities have warned the death toll is expected to rise.

18/08/2023

Green News

Millions of Americans are drinking water contaminated with PFAS

Hundreds of communities across the US were found to have drinking water contaminated with dangerous levels of PFAS.

18/08/2023

Health news

Pig's kidney continues to work in brain-dead man for over a month

The body of a 57-year-old man declared brain dead was donated by his family to scientists pioneering the use of animal organs in transplant surgery.

18/08/2023

Culture news

Dolly Parton to release 'Let It Be' featuring two Beatles members

The upcoming 49th album for the country star has a tracklist to die for.

17/08/2023

Travel News

Should tourists stay away from Maui after deadly wildfires?

A company that held a charity snorkeling tour near burned out Lahaina later has since issued an apology.

17/08/2023

Green News

Dogs, cats and love birds rescued from the ashes of Hawaii wildfires

As people fled the fires, pets did too. Some emerged with marks of escape, but thousands remain lost.

16/08/2023

USA

Death toll from Hawaii wildfires surpasses 100, more victims expected

Authorities in Hawaii are trying to establish how the deadliest US wildfires in over a century started as the number of fatalities rises to over 100 with many more victims expected in the coming days.

16/08/2023

Climate

NASA: 2023 could break heat records - and 2024 will be even hotter

The biggest impacts of El Niño will be felt between February and April, NASA warns.

15/08/2023