China's Xi Jinping delivers thinly-veiled swipe at US
Chinese President Xi Jinping has warned that "blackmailing, blocking and extreme pressure" will lead to "nowhere but a dead end" in a thinly-veiled attack on the United States, during a speech commemorating China's entry into the Korean War 70 years ago. Read more...
Russian gamers race to prevent nuclear 'war'
"Attention! Attention!" blares the Russian voice from a loudspeaker. "The nuclear bombs will be launched in one hour." Read more...
Scientists behind Armageddon flu virus suspend their research because it 'could put world at risk of catastrophic pandemic'
Researchers studying a potentially more lethal, airborne version of bird flu have suspended their studies because of concerns the mutant virus they have created could be used as a devastating form of bioterrorism or accidentally escape the lab. Read more...
Scientists use light-sensing protein to restore vision
Key to the process is a light sensing protein called MCO1 opsin, which restores vision when attached to retina bipolar cells at the back of the eye. Read more...
Modern Love He Married a Sociopath. Me.
As a wife and a mother, I have learned how to tell the truth. Which is why I always know when my husband is lying. Read more...
Vatican extends secretive deal with China on appointing bishops
The Vatican says it has extended its controversial agreement with China over the appointment of bishops for another two years. Read more...
Nearly Half of the U.S. Is in Drought. It May Get Worse.
The most widespread drought in the continental United States since 2013 covers more than 45 percent of the Lower 48 states, federal scientists said. Read more...
The Fed-Up Chef
Gaggan Anand turned his Indian restaurant in Bangkok into a pilgrimage site for globe-hopping foodies. So why, even before the pandemic hit, was he willing to give it up? Read more...
Lionel Messi and Barcelona The highs and lows
After 10 La Liga titles, four Champions League trophies and six Ballon d'Or awards, Lionel Messi seemed ready to say adios to Barcelona, but he's set to stay on at Bara. Read more...
Fisherman who caught a massive saltwater crocodile in a dam brought it to his HOUSE
A man was fishing in his boat in Far North Queensland over the weekend when he captured a crocodile and took it home with him. Read more...
EastEnders SPOILER Denise Fox is forced to team up with ex Phil Mitchell
First look snaps show the pair in the midst of a tense exchange as they debate whether to team up to get their son Raymond back from his adoptive grandmother Ellie. Read more...
Rumours swirl Chris Hemsworth is looking to buy 'an exclusive Bondi Beach penthouse'
He recently completed building amillion mega-mansion in Byron Bay. Read more...
Otters are eating the hearts, livers and sex organs of SHARKS off the coast of South Africa
Wildlife trap cameras and photographers captured footage of Cape clawless otters feasting on parts of the 23 inch long shark species, then discarding the rest. Read more...
The Fine Line Between Choice and Confusion in Health Care
Part of the U.S. debate over health care is really a debate over the definition of freedom. Read more...
Celtic 1-3 AC Milan Jens Petter Hauge strike breaks hearts in Glasgow
CELTIC 1-3 AC MILAN A late second-half strike provided inspiration for Celtic, though Italian giants AC Milan held on to secure maximum points on the opening evening of the Europa League. Read more...
Eat more plants and less meat to live longer and improve heart health
Eating more plants and less meat has been tied to a longer life and a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease in a new study. Read more...
Arsenal fan Piers Morgan rages at goalkeeper Bernd Leno after gifting Rapid Vienna the lead
The German goalkeeper's pass was easily intercepted by Rapid forward Ercan Kara and it fell perfectly for strike partner Taxiarchis Fountas to put the hosts into a lead early in the second half. Read more...
Book Review A World Beneath the Sands, by Toby Wilkinson
In A World Beneath the Sands, Toby Wilkinson details the hundred years when many of the great discoveries of ancient Egypt were made, by Europeans. Read more...