Human consciousness is actually the brain's 'energy field', claims scientist
Johnjoe McFadden, a professor of neuroscience at the University of Surrey, believes he has 'solved' the mystery of consciousness. Read more...
John Travolta's nephew Sam dies age 52
Sam Jr., a screenwriter, passed away on September 23 at his home in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, according to an online obituary, first reported by The Sun . Read more...
Why Canadians can't look away from the US vote
It's a reflex many Canadians can't shake; watching the US election campaign is like rubber-necking a car crash across the highway. It's riveting, at times terrifying. Above all, you fear the debris could actually fall your way. Read more...
Peter Madsen, Who Killed Kim Wall on Submarine, Briefly Escapes Prison
Mr. Madsen fled the Herstedvester Prison near Copenhagen after threatening staff and wearing a fake explosive belt. He was detained a short time later, the police said. Read more...
Coronavirus will cost the US TRILLION - 90% of the GDP - study predicts
A new study predicts the US will lose .4 trillion over premature deaths, .6 trillion from long-term complications, .6 trillion from mental heath treatment and .6 trillion from lost jobs. Read more...
Postman will pick up your parcels for 72p during regular delivery rounds under new mail scheme
Royal Mail's Parcel Collect service will see postmen pick up parcels from households at the same time they deliver letters and will mean sellers can return items without leaving their homes. Read more...
UK weather Commuters endure miserable journey to work as Storm Barbara hits
Yellow weather warnings issued by the Met Office run until 5pm today, with the downpours covering the south coast, the Midlands, London and East Anglia throughout the day. Read more...
In India, Toxic Air Spells More Trouble for Covid-19 Patients
Every fall, air pollution spikes in India. Doctors worry what it will mean for coronavirus patients with breathing problems. Read more...
Preserving Macao's bamboo tradition through sculptural works
Many of Asia's biggest cities owe their skylines to long bamboo poles that allow construction workers to climb to great heights. Read more...
In India, a Dance Haven Shuts Out the World
With the pandemic, Nrityagram, near Bangalore, has become a more self-contained version of itself a refuge, with a single-minded focus on classical Indian dance. Read more...
Michel Barnier offers the UK a Brexit trade deal olive branch
Michel Barnier today offered the UK a Brexit olive branch as he finally admitted there will have to be 'compromises on both sides' for a trade deal to be agreed. Read more...
Are cell phone calls on airplane flights inevitable?
Ah, holiday travel. Between huge crowds and weather delays, flying during this time of year is hectic. Now close your eyes and imagine the entire scenario with one additional annoyance Loud talkers yammering into their cell phones at 35,000 feet. Read more...
A Disrupted Thanksgiving Leaves the Turkey Business Guessing
Without big gatherings, will Americans buy whole birds? Smaller ones? Just parts? Farmers and retailers are already placing their bets. Read more...
PSG 'make Christian Eriksen their No 1 target for the January transfer window
Christian Eriken signed with Inter Milan for 17.5m in January, but having failed to hit the heights expected of him, his management are now weighing up his options for next season. Read more...
Letters to the Editor
Readers respond to recent issues of the Sunday Book Review. Read more...
Trump Records Shed New Light on Chinese Business Pursuits
As he raises questions about his opponents standing with China, President Trumps taxes reveal details about his own activities there, including a previously unknown bank account. Read more...
U.S. Investigates Vaxarts Claims Related to Covid-19 Vaccine
The biotech firm said it was under scrutiny about claims it made on its involvement in Operation Warp Speed, the federal program to develop Covid-19 cures. Read more...
Mohammad Reza Shajarian, Iranian Master Singer and Dissident, Dies at 80
He popularized Persian classical music for a new generation and built a global following, only to be blacklisted by Iran for supporting antigovernment protests. Read more...