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US actor Armie Hammer won't face charges over alleged sexual assault

The 'Call Me By Your Name' actor won't be charged after a two year investigation of a woman's allegation that he sexually assaulted her in 2017, Los Angeles prosecutors say.

02/06/2023

Culture news

Gay Days kicks off in Florida amid anti-LGBTQ+ legislation

Gay Days will see LGBTQ+ celebrations at Disney and venues across Orlando in the midst of Governor Ron DeSantis' sweeping anti-gay legislation

02/06/2023

USA

US Senate avoids default in vote on debt ceiling and spending cuts

The US Senate has avoided a government default by passing a bill to lift the debt ceiling and introduce spending cuts days before its Monday deadline.

02/06/2023

Travel News

Airbnb sues New York City over 'de facto ban' on short-term rentals

Critics say the growth of short-term rentals has contributed to a shortage of affordable housing for residents.

02/06/2023

Health news

HMPV: What you need to know about the virus with cold-like symptoms

A virus that causes symptoms similar to that of a cold, the flu, and COVID-19 has seen an upsurge in the US. Here's what to know about HMPV.

02/06/2023

Culture news

'That '70s Show' star Danny Materson found guilty of rape

Danny Masterson, the star of ‘That ‘70s Show’ has been found guilty of two counts of rape and could face up to 30 years in prison.

01/06/2023

Mobility

What have we learned from NASA’s first public meeting on UFOs?

A US task force is examining 800 unidentified anomalous phenomena, but less than 5 per cent of them are thought to be "really abnormal".

01/06/2023

USA

US House passes bill on debt limit and budget cuts avoid default

US House passes bill on debt limit and budget cuts sending deal to the Senate for swift passage just days ahead of 5 June default deadline.

01/06/2023

Culture news

Watch: Neil deGrasse Tyson explains the phenomenon of "Manhattanhenge"

"Manhattanhenge brings not magic, but majesty" says astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson who coined the term "Manhattanhenge".

31/05/2023

Living

Hawaiians divided over potential damage from artificial wave pool

Locals say the pool could damage a nearby beach but others say it's necessary for local surfers.

29/05/2023

USA

Biden and McCarthy reach US debt-ceiling deal

The agreement must now be approved by Congress and risks upsetting both major political parties in the US.

28/05/2023

Health news

Elon Musk start-up says it can test its brain implants on people

Neuralink says it has finally won FDA approval to test its implants in humans, after earlier struggles over safety concerns.

26/05/2023

Tech News

'New gold rush': Why is Nvidia stock so hot right now?

The chip maker's stock has surged more than 20 per cent this week, lifting its market value close to $1 trillion as it rides the AI boom.

26/05/2023

USA

Capitol riot extremist sentenced to 18 years in prison

Stewart Rhodes, the founder of the far-right Oath Keepers militia, was dealt the longest prison sentence among the hundreds of Capitol riot cases on Thursday.

26/05/2023

No Comment

WATCH: Tina Turner fans pay respects to 'Queen of Rock and Soul'

Tributes have poured in from around the world, with some of music's biggest names lamenting the loss of a singular and instantly recognisable performer, whose popularity spanned generations.

25/05/2023

Tech News

Microsoft says China-backed hackers targeted key US infrastructure

Microsoft said the group of hackers, known as Volt Typhoon, tried to attack US military bases in Guam. China rejects the claims.

25/05/2023

Tech News

‘Complete failure’: DeSantis’ 2024 bid plagued with Twitter glitches

Ron DeSantis has entered the 2024 US presidential race, but his live chat with Elon Musk on Twitter didn't exactly go as planned.

25/05/2023

Culture news

Target removes some LGBTQ+ Pride merchandise amid threats

Target, which has nearly 2,000 stores across the country, said it wants to protect employees from harm. Critics argue it sends the wrong message.

24/05/2023

Culture news

Princess Leia's iconic dress from Star Wars is up for auction

Princess Leia's dress worn by actress Carrie Fisher in the 1977 film 'Star Wars' is up for auction along with 1,400 other items of film and TV memorabilia.

24/05/2023

Eco-Innovation

Sow your fields with ‘biochar’ for climate benefits, farmers told

The nature-based carbon sequestration technology is particularly successful at lowering nitrous oxide emissions.

24/05/2023

Travel News

Tourists warned against visiting Florida due to ‘openly hostile laws’

They warn that newly passed laws and policies may pose risks to minorities, immigrants and gay travellers.

24/05/2023

USA

Controversial Florida Governor DeSantis set to launch presidential bid

Ron Desantis, the controversial US governor behind Florida's so-called 'Don't Say Gay' law, is set to launch his presidential campaign in a streamed conversation with Elon Musk

24/05/2023

Health news

Brain signals provide clues for treating chronic pain

Researchers have identified an area of the brain associated with chronic pain, raising hopes for new treatments.

23/05/2023

Tech News

Fake image of Pentagon explosion causes real dip on Wall Street

It could be the first instance of an AI-generated image sowing enough confusion to move stock markets.

23/05/2023

Climate

Why are Black children in America more likely to have asthma?

Black children are more likely to have asthma. A lot comes down to where they live.

23/05/2023

Climate

US town fights to save beaches from coastal erosion

A New Jersey shore town has been allowed to carry out emergency beach repairs amid a bitter fight with the state over how to protect its coastline from erosion.

23/05/2023