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Americans say they lose weight in Europe – and I think I know why | Arwa Mahdawi
Is it because of differences in the flour that’s being consumed? Or something to do with the European approach to getting around?It’s not just the mass shootings you have to watch…
De Gaulle: Résistance review – a galloping bromance for Churchill and France’s wartime hero
This biopic of the great Gallic general – which culminates at Bir Hakeim, in advance of a second film – is a fine, quietly amusing romp with a touch of classic 60s war filmsPerhap…
Press review: Vatican eyes Ukraine peace role as Slovakia keeps Russian energy contracts
Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, August 26th
Newborns killed in Pakistan hospital blaze
Pakistan hospital fire kills 14 newborns in Islamabad after apparent air-conditioning fault, according to officials Read Full Article at RT.com
Russia could approach India in terms of purchasing power parity — expert
Anton Sviridenko said it is necessary for Russia to expand access to credit resources for business, ensure the conversion of citizens’ savings into investment, and enhance the sto…
Moscow court orders in-absentia arrest of FAZ journalist Martens
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Martens’ calls for the murder of Russians were unacceptable and criminal
At least 17 killed as flash flood sweeps part of Nepal-Tibet border
The flood in Rasuwa - an area north of Kathmandu bordering Tibet - is feared to have swept away villages.
Ukrainian armed forces drop explosives disguised as children’s toys from drones
The Ukrainian military often uses eye-catching objects to disguise improvised explosive devices
US entrepreneur persuades investors of profitability of orbital data centers — FT
SpaceX aims to dominate a key segment of the AI economy by creating a new market for orbital data centers, according to the newspaper
Tarun Tejpal’s Conviction and India’s Discussions About the ‘Perfect Rape Victim’
It has also reignited debates around the role of the liberal media when the accused is one of their own.
First engine for Voronezh ultralight space rockets unveiled at Technoprom
UEC representative Pavel Chupin noted that the development of Russia’s liquid-fueled engine would broaden launch capabilities for small spacecraft and reduce launch costs
COMIC: 7 lifestyle habits that may boost your chances of getting pregnant
This illustrated guide has evidence-backed advice on how to support fertility for both men and women, including which foods to eat and which activities to avoid.
Soaring summer power bills spark protests -- and even disconnections
The price of electricity is soaring in the summer heat, when fans and air conditioners are working nonstop. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, people are having their power cut when they can't p…
Russian Foreign Ministry summons Romania's charge d’affaires for Thursday
Earlier, the Romanian Foreign Ministry issued a statement announcing the expulsion of a Russian diplomat
‘I remember going: oh hello!’ Dara Ó Briain on comedy, coolness, cruelty and finding his parents
The standup has been the host of the panel show Mock the Week for more than two decades. As it returns to UK screens, he discusses its years as a macho bear pit, the dearth of jok…
Moringa lattes and tigernut kebabs: the young Ghanaians ‘taking back the power’ of their food
In Ghana, a grassroots movement is championing nutritious, homegrown, climate-resilient produce, rather than western importsAfter three years at catering school, Abiro Wisdom was …
Hollywood's summer box office is glowing, but the numbers come with startling caveats
Theaters have had something for everyone this summer, and fans are paying top dollar for premium formats like IMAX. There are also fewer moviegoers, fewer movies, and fewer screen…
Canada's retaliation tests the limit of American power under Trump
The president is using US dominance to challenge allies and enemies alike - but both Canada and Iran have found ways to fight back.
Federal Treasury transfers $8.9 bln to Russia’s federal, regional budgets
According to head of the Treasury Roman Artyukhin, budget execution reached 54.1% in the first half of the year
FACTBOX: Aftermath of Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions, 426 neutralized UAVs
Two people were killed after a private home caught fire following a drone crash in the Lipetsk Region
US-Iran talks on settling conflict reach impasse — Egyptian Foreign Ministry
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty emphasized that Egypt "continues to maintain contact" with Tehran and advocated for a swift end to the conflict
Pskov Court Bars Yabloko From Regional Assembly Race
The regional ban follows Russia’s Supreme Court ruling last week to reject Yabloko’s final appeal against a nationwide ban barring its candidate list from the State Duma elections…
Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Lipetsk region, killing two. Wildberries warehouse hit again in Tambov region.
Ukrainian drones struck a private home in the Lipetsk district, sparking a fire that killed two people, Lipetsk Governor Igor Artamonov said.
Far-right Israeli lawmaker damages Palestinian memorial with sledgehammer
Zvi Sukkot's actions have drawn widespread condemnation, including from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.