Canadian donair sandwich costume sells for $16,000
A costume depicting a popular kebab-style wrap was auctioned off by Alberta. The internet took notice.
2023-08-15 21:50
3 men who have spent over two decades in prison appeal murder convictions on new DNA evidence
Three men who have served over two decades in prison for the murder of a 70-year-old woman in her home outside Philadelphia asked a judge to throw out their convictions, citing new DNA evidence they say points to an unknown man as the killer.
2023-08-15 21:46
Nigeria Inflation Quickens More Than Expected on Transport Costs, Food Prices
Nigeria’s inflation rate climbed to a fresh 18-year high on surging transport costs and food prices, adding to
2023-08-15 21:15
Afghanistan country profile
Provides an overview of Afghanistan, including key dates and facts about this Asian country.
2023-08-15 20:59
Barbie banned from Algerian cinemas for corrupting morals
It is accused of promoting attitudes contrary to the cultural beliefs of the mainly Muslim nation.
2023-08-15 20:47
US Retail Sales Top Forecasts, Showcasing Consumer Resilience
US retail sales rose in July by more than forecast, highlighting how the resilience of consumers is helping
2023-08-15 20:46
Italy’s Deputy PM Seeks Changes to Bank Tax, Reports Say
Italy’s Deputy Premier Antonio Tajani wants substantial changes to a controversial levy on banks’ extra profits, according to
2023-08-15 19:53
Afghanistan media guide
Notes on the media in Afghanistan and links to Afghan broadcasters and newspapers.
2023-08-15 19:46
Surprise China Rate Cut Only Highlights Tough Choices Facing Xi
President Xi Jinping has resisted pulling the trigger on a major stimulus to revive the world’s second-biggest economy.
2023-08-15 19:18
Typhoon Lan Paralyzes Planes and Trains While Crossing Japan
Typhoon Lan reached the coast of central Japan early Tuesday, grounding flights and halting trains as residents braced
2023-08-15 17:59
Trump Indicted Over Attempts to Overturn Georgia’s 2020 Presidential Vote
Donald Trump and some of his top administration officials and associates were indicted in Atlanta over efforts to
2023-08-15 17:29
The Fed’s Interest-Rate Debate Is Shifting
As Federal Reserve officials close in on the end of their tightening campaign, the debate is shifting from
2023-08-15 17:28