Victoria Gill Science correspondent, BBC News Smithsonian The new pterosaur has been named Eotephradactylus mcintireae, meaning ‘ash-winged dawn goddess’ Scientists have discovered a new species of pterosaur – a flying reptile that soared above the dinosaurs more than 200 million years ago. The jawbone of the ancient reptile was unearthed in Arizona back in 2011, […]
The international legal order loses its effectiveness when faced with the unilateralism of hegemonic powers as well as acts that flout universally accepted norms. If such practices remain unaddressed, there is a risk that the order will lose its foundational purpose: the protection of justice, peace, and the sovereignty of nations. The attack by the […]
Reuters Larne Leisure Centre was damaged on 11 June Swimming at a leisure centre which was attacked and set on fire during violent disorder in June is expected to return in the coming weeks. Larne Leisure Centre was being used by families and children for swimming and sports classes when it was targeted by youths […]
President Donald Trump, right, speaks during a news conference with Elon Musk in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, May 30, 2025, in Washington. Evan Vucci/AP hide caption toggle caption Evan Vucci/AP BRIDGEWATER, N.J. (AP) — Elon Musk said he’s carrying out his threat to form a new political party after his fissure […]
United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reports the vessel is taking on water after being targeted with gunfire and rocket-propelled grenades. A commercial vessel in the Red Sea has come under attack after small boats fired rocket-propelled grenades and automatic weapons towards the ship. According to the organisation United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), the […]
Actor Richard Gere, right, kisses the hand of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama at an event celebrating the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday in Dharamshala, India, Sunday. Ashwini Bhatia/AP hide caption toggle caption Ashwini Bhatia/AP DHARAMSHALA, India — The Dalai Lama turned 90 on Sunday surrounded by thousands of followers, who thronged the Himalayan town […]
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., along with the House Democratic Caucus, assemble on the Capitol steps to rail against President Trump’s signature bill of tax breaks and spending cuts on July 2. Demetrius Freeman/The Washington Post via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Demetrius Freeman/The Washington Post via Getty Images Democrats feel that President […]
We look at the impact of the Republican tax and spending bill, passed just in time for Fourth of July, and we discuss President Trump’s looming trade deal deadline. SCOTT SIMON, HOST: During the Fourth of July picnic on the White House lawn, President Trump signed his Big Beautiful Bill into law yesterday. (SOUNDBITE OF […]
Thomas Mackintosh BBC News Reuters The Bras Marie site is one of three areas in Paris open for seasonal public swimming The River Seine in Paris has reopened publicly to swimmers for the first time since 1923 after a century-long ban. The seasonal opening of the Seine for swimming is viewed as a key legacy […]
Australian actor Julian McMahon, famed for roles in popular series like Nip/Tuck and Charmed, has died aged 56. His wife said the actor passed away in Clearwater, Florida, on Wednesday. He had been diagnosed with cancer. “Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his […]