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Watch: The moment a pilot lands his plane on a US motorway

Flying with his father on a small plane over North Carolina, flight attendant Vincent Fraser had no other choice but to land on Highway 19 in Swain County when his engine started to die.

Syria

Leader of ISIS killed by US drone strike in Syria, says Pentagon

Maher al-Agal was reportedly killed in a strike near Syria's northern border with Turkey.

Culture news

Which films have got audiences dressing up for screenings

The release of Minions: The Rise of Gru has caused havoc as teens dress up as Gentleminions for screenings. Here are three other films that set a similar precedent.

Health news

No time to exercise during the week? Weekend workouts can do the trick

People who only exercise on the weekend benefit nearly as much as those who work out more frequently throughout the week, a new US study found.

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Culture news

Stranger Things has now introduced Gen Z to Metallica

Master of Puppets is back in the charts again after featuring in a Stranger Things episode. The 80s aesthetic show has already given a similar boost to Kate Bush.

Green News

Skies over South Dakota turn bright green as strong storm rolls in

Locals in Sioux Falls were understandably worried when this rare weather phenomenon hit their area.

USA

Highland Park suspect confesses to mass shooting, say US prosecutors

The 21-year-old suspect also told authorities that he had contemplated carrying out a second shooting.

Travel News

Travel chaos in Europe: What's behind months of cancellations?

Beautiful food, stunning landscapes - and travel chaos? Europe is becoming a byword for air-travel disruption. Here’s why.

USA

Governor slams 'American plague' of gun violence after July 4 shooting

“A celebration of America was ripped apart by our uniquely American plague,” Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker said after six people died and 30 were hurt in the Independence Day attack in Chicago.

Malta

Malta to review abortion policy after Prudente case causes outrage

Malta's abortion policy was put in the international spotlight last week after the country refused US holiday-maker Andrea Prudente a potentially life-saving abortion.

Sport

US basketball star Griner appears in Russian court on drugs charges

The two-time Olympic champion and Phoenix Mercury starter is facing up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

Culture news

Why does anyone buy cassette tapes?

Kate Bush is back in the charts and cassettes of her albums are flying off shelves. As people rediscover their love for tapes, some indie labels swear by the 80s format.

Work

How US companies say they’ll support staff after Roe v Wade overturned

More US companies have committed to helping employees access abortion services, after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade.

Culture news

Is 'racist' colour grading in films perpetuating stereotypes?

Cinematic shorthand colour grading puts many Latin American, African and South Asian countries in a yellow palette. But does that palette change people's perspectives of the places?

Culture news

American musicians share dismay at Roe v Wade abortion reversal

After the Supreme Court of the US overturned the country's constitutional right for abortion, many American musicians have taken to the stage to protest the decision.

World News

In pictures: Europe wildfires, earthquake in Asia and Oslo shooting

Floods in Bangladesh, artistic swimming competition in Budapest and protesters demonstrating against the repeal of Roe vs Wade in the US all made this week's headlines.

Money

Another major crypto hack in US raises questions over DeFi security

It is not the first time such a heist has happened as hackers exploit the vulnerability of bridges.

Tech News

Video selfies tested as a new way to verify users' age on Instagram

One other tool being tested is getting an adult to vouch for your true age. It comes as Instagram clamps down on underage users on the platform.

Malta

Malta abortion refusal: US woman treated in Spain

Andrea Prudente, who was on holiday in Malta with Weeldreyer for a "babymoon" holiday, her waters broke prematurely last week.

United Kingdom

Family of Julian Assange vow to fight UK extradition order

The brother and wife of the WikiLeaks founder said Friday they will explore all avenues to block the UK ruling.