20 Super Literal German Compound Words
Germany is the land of Oktoberfest, Christmas markets, and super literal compound words like Glühbirne (“glow pear,” a.k.a. “lightbulb”) and Baumwolle (“tree wool,” otherwise known as cotton).
2023-11-22 21:20
Maryland handgun licensure law is unconstitutional, US court rules
By Nate Raymond (Reuters) -A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday declared that Maryland's licensing requirements for people seeking to buy
2023-11-22 10:57
Giant batteries drain economics of gas power plants
By Sarah McFarlane and Susanna Twidale LONDON Giant batteries that ensure stable power supply by offsetting intermittent renewable
2023-11-22 01:21
What Does the Phrase ‘Talk Turkey’ Mean—And Where Did it Come From?
Before you talk turkey this Thanksgiving, find out what we know about the phrase’s meaning and origins.
2023-11-21 22:20
Liberia country profile
Provides an overview of Liberia, including key dates and facts about this west African country.
2023-11-20 19:22
Guatemala country profile
Provides an overview of Guatemala, including key facts about this Central American country.
2023-11-20 19:22
Luxembourg country profile
Provides an overview of Luxembourg, including key dates and facts about this west European country.
2023-11-20 18:51
Funerals: Study shows Irish wakes may help more with grief
More people in the UK are suffering from prolonged grief than in Ireland - and wakes may be a factor.
2023-11-19 19:21
Former Dunnes Stores boss Ben Dunne dies aged 74
Businessman's life featured a number of controversies including a cocaine arrest and an IRA kidnapping.
2023-11-19 18:51
Poland truck protests leave Ukrainian drivers stranded
Polish drivers are blocking border crossings, calling for caps on Ukrainian trucks to be re-introduced.
2023-11-19 09:17
Man shot dead outside house in Dublin
A man in his 20s dies after a gun attack that is said to be gangland related.
2023-11-19 05:54
Hertfordshire boy who biked 600km wins Children in Need award
Joel, 12, biked all the way from Hertfordshire to the Netherlands to raise money for other children.
2023-11-19 04:55