Americas

Green News

In pictures: A power plant is toppled to make way for renewables

Energy produced by nearby offshore wind farms will power local homes and businesses.

30/10/2023

Tech News

Biden makes new rules for AI over safety concerns

US president Joe Biden signs order to guide the development of AI.

30/10/2023

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Watch: Matthew Perry dies at age 54

Matthew Perry fans paid their respects to the late actor by placing flowers in front of the "Friends" apartment building on Sunday.

30/10/2023

Climate

Pumpkin crops decimated by extreme weather in the US

Will climate change make Halloween pumpkins a thing of the past? US farmers say there's 'no future' for their trade.

30/10/2023

Culture news

Fans aim to break record for biggest Spider-Man gathering in Argentina

In a spectacular display of Spidey spirit, more than a thousand Argentines swung into action at the iconic Obelisk monument in Buenos Aires with the goal of snatching the world record for the most Spider-People gathered at one event.

30/10/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: How 'The War of the Worlds' terrified radio listeners

30 October 1938: When a radio broadcast convinced people that aliens were invading

30/10/2023

Art

Art for dogs? Mexico museum welcomes pets to new exhibition

Mexico City’s Museo Tamayo has put together a modern art exhibition for the enjoyment of humans and their furry friends.

29/10/2023

Lifestyle

Study finds that hot yoga can alleviate symptoms of depression

A new study has found that regular practice of hot yoga can boost your mood.

29/10/2023

Culture news

Matthew Perry, Emmy-nominated 'Friends' star, dead at 54

The show business site TMZ reported the television star had apparently drowned at his home in Los Angeles.

29/10/2023

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A giant puppet called Little Amal visits the US-Mexico border

Little Amal represents a girl from Aleppo in Syria driven from her home by conflict. She visited the border to draw attention to the issues surrounding migration.

28/10/2023

Health news

Promising new vaccine offers hope of breaking cocaine addiction

The vaccine is designed to help produce anti-cocaine antibodies in the body of a person who is chemically dependent on the substance.

28/10/2023

USA

Maine mass shooting suspect found dead, ending manhunt

The town of Lewiston had been on lockdown as police and FBI agents hunted the man wanted for the deaths of 18 of its residents.

28/10/2023

Green News

Why is this Irish climate startup spreading concrete dust on farmland?

Concrete dust could permanently sequester up to 100 tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

27/10/2023

Business

FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried takes the stand in fraud trial

The crypto magnate has testified without the jury present so the judge can decide which parts of the testimony to allow. The case has been called one of the biggest financial frauds in US history.

27/10/2023

Tech News

How Twitter has transformed into X under Elon Musk, one year on

Elon Musk’s upheaval of Twitter’s verification system has been just one of a number of controversial changes to the social media platform in a year.

27/10/2023

Nature

Adorable photos capture rare emperor penguin chick hatching at US zoo

SeaWorld San Diego zookeepers are now asking the public to help name the plucky bird, who needed help leaving her shell.

27/10/2023

Tech News

UN appoints AI panel on international governance to advise on risks

The potential harms of AI include misinformation and disinformation, as well as bias, fraud, and violation of human rights, the head of the UN said.

27/10/2023

Partner content

Dominican Republic Strengthens French Tourism Market with New Air Caraibes Agreements

Partner content presented by Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism

The Dominican Republic is on a mission to reclaim its spot on the map for French tourists. During the IFTM Top Resa 2023 tourism fair in Paris, the country showcased its commitment to attracting more French visitors.

27/10/2023

Musica

Backstage at the Metropolitan Opera: 'Champion' breaks new ground

Musica is granted backstage access at New York's Metropolitan Opera for the rehearsals of 'Champion,' the modern masterpiece that reflects the Met’s vision for the future.

26/10/2023

Business

Who is Ted Pick, Morgan Stanley's new CEO?

After 33 years with the Wall Street giant, Pick will take over as CEO at the start of next year.

26/10/2023

Green News

Amazon River drought is exposing ancient rocks with human faces

Record low river levels led to the strange discovery in Brazil, where public authorities are delivering food to isolated residents.

26/10/2023

Economy

US economy grows by almost 5% in third quarter

The US economy expanded at a robust 4.9% annual rate from July through September as Americans defied higher prices, rising interest rates and widespread forecasts of a recession to spend at a brisk pace.

26/10/2023

Culture news

What are the most banned books in US prisons?

The list of the most sanctioned titles includes a ramen cookbook and Amy Schumer’s memoir.

26/10/2023

Culture news

Scientists unveil reconstructed face of Peru's most famous mummy

In a remarkable unveiling, the potential true appearance of "Juanita," Peru's iconic mummy has been revealed: a teenage Inca girl sacrificed more than half a millennium ago on the lofty Andean peaks.

26/10/2023

Business

Autoworkers reach deal with Ford in step towards ending strikes

The United Auto Workers union said on Wednesday it has reached a tentative contract agreement with Ford that could be a breakthrough toward ending the nearly 6-week-old strikes against Detroit automakers.

26/10/2023

Mexico

Hurricane Otis batters the Mexican resort city of Acapulco

The storm brought down power lines, damaged buildings and left almost a million people without electricity or communications. It is not yet known how many people have been injured.

26/10/2023