Gunfire in Goma as M23 rebels continue offensive Rebels appear to be edging closer to taking control of the key city of Goma in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo following reports that they had captured its airport. The Congolese government has insisted that it is still in charge as fighting in parts […]
President Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization could have harsh consequences for countries around the world that rely on the agency to achieve important health goals, including routine immunizations, outbreak control and nutrition programs. But it could also have unfortunate, unintended repercussions for Americans. Disengaging from the W.H.O. would […]
President Trump last week formally nominated Michael Kratsios, a member of the first Trump administration with no degrees in science or engineering, to be his science adviser. Science policy experts say that Mr. Kratsios’ wide experience in private and public technology policy and management is what makes him an attractive candidate. His expertise includes a […]
Salvamontes Colombia The yellow flower of one of the rarest magnolias in Colombia Scientists assessing dangers posed to the world’s trees have revealed that more than a third of species are facing extinction in the wild. The number of threatened trees now outweighs all threatened birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians put together, according to the […]
Stay informed on all the biggest stories in Formula One. Sign up here to receive the Prime Tire newsletter in your inbox every Monday and Friday. MEXICO CITY — Carlos Sainz climbed on top of his vibrant red Ferrari, spreading his arms wide before raising his fists in the air. The emotions were evident. The Spaniard started the […]
Search for the hero inside yourself. Or, if not the hero, then the working person. In his speech in Birmingham to explain why he couldn’t explain any more ahead of Wednesday’s budget, Keir Starmer had just one firm promise. While he couldn’t guarantee there would be no further tax rises in future budgets, or say […]
Scottish Rugby Ken MacAulay raised over £13,000 for charity prior to his death A former Scotland rugby international has died just one day after completing a 1,000-mile cycle for charity. Ken MacAulay, 66 died following a cardiac arrest on Sunday after completing a three-week challenge that saw him raise over £13,000 for four charities. The […]
Oct 28, 2024, 04:11 AM ET Bukayo Saka became the youngest Arsenal player to score 50 Premier League goals when he returned from a hamstring injury in Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool, but the winger was disappointed to drop two points after being on the verge of a crucial win. Saka, who was injured during […]
With eight days to go to the election, former President Donald Trump hosted a rally at Madison Square Garden in his hometown of New York while Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned in the key swing state of Pennsylvania. At the Madison Square Garden Rally on Sunday, Trump repeatedly rammed home his plans to halt undocumented […]
BBC Drivers in south and east Belfast could face fines and possible prosecution for bad parking under a pilot scheme from Belfast City Council. Poorly parked cars are blocking streets across the city and causing access issues for residents, bin lorries, disabled access, and emergency services, according to the council. One resident who uses a […]