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Singer-songwriter Jill Sobule, who had a hit with I Kissed a Girl, dead after house fire
Jill Sobule, the award-winning singer-songwriter whose witty and poignant writing first attracted widespread attention with the song I Kissed a Girl, died in a house fire Thursday. She was 66.
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Forests taking longer to recover from severe βmegafiresβ since 2010
Forests around the world are taking longer to recover from severe wildfires β potentially indicating... The post Forests taking longer to recover from severe βmegafiresβ since 2010 appeared first on Carbon Brief.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Could Marco Rubioβs new national security role make US-China communications easier?
US secretary of stateβs latest job puts him on a par with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi β something that may help βstreamlineβ talks.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Myanmar crisis deepens as military attacks persist and needs grow
More than a month after two powerful earthquakes devastated Myanmar, the country is spiralling deeper into crisis as continued military attacks, obstructed aid access and widespread displacement leave nearly 6.3 million people in urgent need.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Reporters in Gaza bear witness and suffer tragic consequences
"After losing my leg in the war, I returned to photojournalism not just for work, but because I have loved photography since childhood," said Palestinian reporter Sami Shahada.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Journalism facing new threats from AI and censorship
Countries must do everything to ensure that free and independent news reporting can thrive, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights said on Friday in a message to mark World Press Freedom Day.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Funding crisis increases danger and risks for refugees
The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) warned on Friday that a worsening funding crisis is placing refugees β who cannot return home due to war or persecution β in increasing danger.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Guterres condemns violence against civilians in Syria, urges Israel to stop attacks
UN Secretary-GeneralAntΓ³nio Guterresis following developments in Syria, where fresh fighting in the capital Damascus and elsewhere is threatening fragile efforts toward peace and political transition.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Gaza: βWorst-case scenarioβ unfolds as brutal aid blockade threatens mass starvation
Two months into a devastating aid blockade of Gaza food has run out and people are fighting over water amid relentless bombing, the UNβs humanitarian affairs coordination office (OCHA) said on Friday.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:South Korea's former PM enters presidential race with pledge to curb executive power
Han, who briefly served as acting leader following President Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment over a controversial martial law declaration, said he would push for constitutional amendments to better balance power between the president and parliament.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Thunderbolts*' - Florence Pugh to the MCU's rescue
The 36th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is a step up from recent MCU offerings. But is it enough to renew faith in an ongoing saga thatβs been on a downward trajectory? (And yes, that confounding asterisk in the title is explained.)
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:How accurate is the movie βConclaveβ on electing a new pope?
The film 'does a fair job' - but we have some notes.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Benin: Wave of Attacks on Press Freedom Highlights Urgent Need to Reform Digital Code
[AI London] The Benin authorities' recent wave of sanctions against independent media outlets highlights the urgent need to protect press freedom in the country, said Amnesty International, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and Internet Without Borders. The call comes as Benin's parliament debates revisions to the Digital Code - legislation critical to the protection of a free press and freedom of expression.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:NASAβs SPHEREx Space Telescope Begins Mapping Entire Sky
This marks a major step toward uncovering new insights into the origins of the universe and the evolution of galaxies. On Thursday, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced that its SPHEREx space observatory has officially begun science operations. RELATED: NASAβs Lucy Spacecraft Makes Asteroid Encounter This marks a major step toward uncovering new [β¦]
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:EU fines TikTok β¬530 million for China data transfer
TikTok has been in the crosshairs of Western government for years over fears of China using personal data for espionage or propaganda.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Europe best region in world for press freedom but situation worsening, says RSF
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) published its annual report on global press freedom on Friday. Europe remains the safest region for journalists, but the situation is deteriorating.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Indonesia emerges as new hub for Chinese solar firms amid Trumpβs tariffs on Southeast Asia
Indonesia is now appealing to companies seeking to relocate operations due to high US tariffs on Chinese solar firms in Southeast Asia.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Will Germany's far-right AfD party be banned?
Several lawmakers from across the political spectrum have been working to get enough support for a ban of the AfD party. The domestic intelligence agency's move to classify the AfD as extremist may add new momentum.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Thousands Stage May Day Protest Against Trump in New York
Protests also broke out in other parts of the country such as Connecticut, New Jersey, California, and Pennsylvania. On Thursday, thousands of protesters gathered at Lower Manhattanβs Foley Square for May Day demonstrations, protesting against the U.S. President Donald Trump administrationβs initiatives on the economy, immigration, education, workersβ rights, and more. RELATED: In the Labor [β¦]
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Berkshire investors hope for Buffett's guidance at annual meeting with tariffs shaking markets, economy
Buffett's annual gathering in the Cornhusker State comes as the investment climate turned less certain thanks to President Trump's aggressive tariff regime.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Hong Kongβs tax revenue jumps 10%, fuelled partly by talent influx, property sales
City records HK$374.5 billion in tax revenue for 2024-25, an increase of HK$32.5 billion.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:In the Labor Day, Venezuelan People March in Defense of the Revolution
This year, the festive date was marked by protests against U.S. policy of persecuting and imprisoning immigrants. On Thursday, hundreds of thousands of workers in Caracas took to the streets in support of the Venezuelan government led by President Nicolas Maduro. RELATED: President Maduro Demands Safe Return of Kidnapped Venezuelan Migrants and Baby Maikelys Espinoza [β¦]
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong police arrest family of pro-democracy activist, reports say
Anna Kwok's father and brother have been accused of helping the US-based pro-democracy activist with her finances, local media report.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Reform UK wins by-election by just six votes to gain fifth MP
Nigel Farage's right-wing populist party campaigned on an anti-immigration platform in Runcorn and Helsby, a constituency in northwest England.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Africa: Don't Close the Embassies. I Saw What Happens When We Do.
[allAfrica] I remember when the U.S. Embassy in Bangui, Central African Republic, closed in 2012. The country was edging toward collapse, and at the very moment diplomacy was needed most, America stepped back.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Africa: Historic Climate Justice Petition to Be Submitted to the African Court by Civil Society
[CIVICUS] In a landmark move for environmental justice and human rights in Africa, the African Climate Platform, Resilient40, Natural Justice and Environmental Lawyer Collective for
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Vacancy: Three-week summer journalism internship at Carbon Brief
Carbon Brief is offering an exciting opportunity for students, or recent graduates, to work with... The post Vacancy: Three-week summer journalism internship at Carbon Brief appeared first on Carbon Brief.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Alibaba launches Taobao fast-delivery service ahead of time to challenge JD.com, Meituan
The early introduction of the service reflects heightened domestic demand for efficient and affordable delivery of goods ordered online.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:China taps private sector for sci-tech leaders in expanded academic recruitment drive
In biggest hiring spree in a decade, state academies open more doors to innovators, foreign academics, with less attention to seniority or titles.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Ireland fines TikTok 530 million euros for sending EU user data to China
Ireland's privacy regulator said Friday that TikTok infringed the bloc's GDPR data protection law over transfers of European user data to China.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong schools slammed for poor performance despite getting more resources
Lawmaker and government adviser Regina Ip also calls for authorities to set KPIs to track cost-effectiveness of resource allocation to schools.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Tether eyes U.S. expansion with new stablecoin as CEO courts Washington crypto players
CEO Paolo Ardoino's recent charm offensive in Washington has put a spotlight on Tether amid the pro-crypto shift under President Trump.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Final polls give Labor a clear lead before the election
Polls also show Anthony Albanese is preferred PM over Peter Dutton, but both leaders have poor net approval ratings.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:China's Xpeng delivers over 30,000 vehicles for the sixth consecutive month
Chinese electric vehicle startup Xpeng in April sustained its record of delivering over 30,000 vehicles for the sixth consecutive month.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:UK court grants bail to comedian Russell Brand amid rape, assault charges
Brand did not enter a plea and was granted bail on condition he keeps the court informed of where he is staying, either in the UK or in US.
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