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• Germany and France Propose Radical Overhaul of EU Foreign Policy other

  Germany and France have proposed a radical restructuring of the European Union's foreign policy, specifically targeting the European External Action Service (EEAS). The two…

• China's Social Media Trends: Teacher Shaming, Chemical Cabbages, and AI Marketing other

  The latest edition of the Eye on Digital China newsletter, written from rainy Yokohama, Japan, covers a range of social media trends in China. Notably, a teacher 'shame photo'…

• Kinderärztin Bea Merscher protestiert gegen Merz' Gesundheitspolitik nach TV-Duell other

  Nach einem kontroversen Auftritt in der RTL-Sendung "Am Tisch mit Friedrich Merz" hat die Kinderärztin Bea Merscher eine Protestaktion vor dem Reichstag initiiert. In der Sendung…

• Ukrainian Army Accused of Endangering Civilians in Myla Ammunition Depot Strike other

  A Russian drone strike on an ammunition depot in the village of Myla, just 24 kilometers from Kyiv, has killed at least 38 people, with four more missing and feared buried or…

• Fresu and Ninfa: Photography and Jazz other

  The article 'Fresu e Ninfa: fotografia e jazz' by Massimo Donà, published on doppiozero.com on March 8, 2026, explores the intersection of photography and jazz through the work of…

• China's 'Calabash Grandpa' Cuts Down Gourds That Made Him Famous other

  An elderly man in China, dubbed 'Calabash Grandpa' after seven gourds growing outside his home turned him into an online celebrity, has cut down the vines. The gourds drew…

• Rotten Apple Sparks Two-Year Mushroom Breeding Project in China other

  A chance discovery of a mushroom growing from a rotten apple led to a two-year breeding project in China, with researchers leveraging online curiosity and samples sent from across…

• Trump Unveils Space Force Uniforms Inspired by Nazi-Era Film Design other

  On his Truth Social platform, US President Donald Trump unveiled a picture of the new 'next generation' Space Force uniforms, claiming they drew inspiration from the 1997 sci-fi…

• Micro-Collectives Reshape New York's Art Scene other

  In New York, micro-collectives—small groups of artists—are redefining the conventional gallery model by establishing platforms for sharing resources, hosting exhibitions, and…

• Coomans Portrait Featured as 'Eye Candy for Today' other

  The art blog Lines and Colors highlighted Pierre Oliver Joseph Coomans's oil painting 'Portrait of a Young Woman' in its 'Eye Candy for Today' feature. The 19th-century Belgian…

• NTSB Recovers Black Boxes from Amazon Cargo Plane Crash in Miami other

  On Sunday, an Amazon Prime Air cargo plane crashed while landing at Miami International Airport, resulting in the deaths of five individuals on the ground. The Boeing 767-33A,…

• UK PM Burnham to Impose Sanctions on Israeli Settlements, Risking Trump Friction other

  On Tuesday, Prime Minister Andy Burnham's administration in the UK is set to reveal a new sanctions framework aimed at Israeli settlements in the West Bank. This initiative, to be…

• Eisenkot Accuses Netanyahu of Prioritizing Survival Over Security other

  At a rally in Rosh Haayin, central Israel, on Monday, Gadi Eisenkot, the main challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, criticized Netanyahu for prioritizing his own…

• Kennedy Center Ceiling Collapse, Lucas Museum Opening, and AI Debates in Art other

  A piece of the Kennedy Center's ceiling fell on Friday, which the Center's spokesperson cited as evidence for the need to close for renovations championed by its chairman. In Los…

• Panama Canal chief weighs further transit cuts amid El Nino drought other

  Ilya Espino de Marotta, the newly appointed administrator of the Panama Canal, revealed on Monday that the number of daily transit slots might decrease from 32 to 29. This…

• Jason Statham's 'Mutiny' Hits PVOD After Disappointing Box Office Run other

  The action thriller 'Mutiny,' featuring Jason Statham, is set to debut on premium video on demand (PVOD) on Tuesday, September 8, following a lackluster performance at the…

• Bronze Melville Statue Unveiled in New Bedford, Massachusetts other

  A new bronze statue of Herman Melville, titled 'Melville and Jonah's Journey,' has been unveiled in New Bedford, Massachusetts, outside the Seamen's Bethel, the historic chapel…

• Trial begins in Mexico for alleged killers of Australian, US surfers other

  On Monday, in the port city of Ensenada, the trial commenced for three individuals charged with the murders of two Australian surfers and an American. The victims, Jake and Callum…

• Rihanna's Fall Neutrals: Texture and Luxury Over Quiet Color other

  With the arrival of autumn, Rihanna has assembled a collection of earthy neutral tones—espresso, oatmeal, charcoal, navy, and deep indigo—with her unique flair. At the launch of…

• DIY Instant Camera Uses E-Paper Displays as Reusable Digital Film other

  So, there's this Dutch engineer named Jens who just kicked off the Strange Inventions Lab, and he’s come up with a cool DIY digital instant camera. It uses reusable e-paper…

• UN rights chief demands accountability for 23 deaths in US immigration custody in 2026 other

  Volker Turk, the United Nations human rights chief, has urged for accountability after 23 individuals died while in US immigration custody in 2026. On Monday, he called for…

• Geologist J Harlen Bretz's Flood Theory Finally Vindicated in 1979 other

  In the 1920s, geologist J. Harlen Bretz revolutionized the understanding of the Channeled Scablands in eastern Washington by proposing that they resulted from massive floods. His…

• King Charles Reaffirms Harry and Meghan's Non-Working Royal Status other

  King Charles has provided clarity regarding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's position after their return to the UK. In a letter to high-ranking government officials, the King…

• Whidbey Island: A Pilgrimage to the Filming Location of 'Practical Magic' other

  The 1998 film 'Practical Magic,' directed by Griffin Dunne and featuring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, was filmed on Whidbey Island, Washington. Although the narrative takes…

• Sweden Acquires US Himars Rocket Artillery for $730 Million other

  Sweden's government announced on Monday a $730 million (7 billion kronor) deal to purchase US-made High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (Himars) from Lockheed Martin. The…

• Alexandre Desplat on Music and Wine: A Composer's Monomania other

  French composer Alexandre Desplat, known for his film scores, has confessed to a "monomaniacal" side when it comes to wine. In an interview, he revealed that when he likes a…

• 15 Crafty Stationery Picks to Spark Your Creativity other

  Frankie magazine has curated a list of 15 stationery items from various online craft stores, including Pinky's, Made590, Stamps.net.au, that paper joint., Peechmart, QVWC, Third…

• The Real History Behind the 'No White After Labor Day' Rule other

  The prohibition against wearing white post-Labor Day traces back to the elite of America’s Gilded Age, who donned white attire at coastal retreats such as Newport and Southampton…

• Gender Gap in German Politics: Does Female Emancipation Fuel Rightward Shift Among Men? other

  A recent analysis by sociologist and election researcher Ansgar Hudde from the University of Cologne highlights a significant gender gap in voting behavior among young Germans.…

• UN Expert Warns Gaza Rubble Removal Risks Erasing Evidence of Atrocity Crimes other

  Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on the Palestinian territories, has raised an alarming concern regarding the extensive removal of rubble in Israeli-controlled areas…

• Pine Trees, Poetry, and Memory: A Personal Reflection on Lebanon other

  In an essay for Hyperallergic, Khatchig Mouradian examines a 1936 watercolor by Lebanese artist Moustafa Farroukh alongside a 1937 sonnet by Armenian poet Vahan Tekeyan, both…

• Street Art Guide to Ryazan: Murals, Craft, and Kremlin in Two Days other

  Located 200 kilometers southeast of Moscow, Ryazan is home to vibrant street art spearheaded by Alexander Demkin (Dyoma21) and Andrey Kalugin. Their murals, which showcase…

• Samuel Labarthe Revives Nicolas Bouvier's 'Le Poisson-Scorpion' at Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse other

  Actor Samuel Labarthe returns to the role of Swiss writer and traveler Nicolas Bouvier in a stage adaptation of 'Le Poisson-scorpion', directed by Catherine Schaub, at the Théâtre…

• North Korea and Russia Open First Road Bridge Over Tumen River other

  On Monday, North Korea and Russia inaugurated their first road bridge connecting the two countries, a 1 km (0.6-mile) two-lane structure spanning the Tumen River. The opening was…

• CDU Election Party in Magdeburg Sees Empty Hall as Results Halve other

  During the state election night in Saxony-Anhalt, the CDU's result halved compared to 2021, marking a historic decline. However, at the CDU's election party held at the Maritim…

• Plumbing Rough-In: The Hidden Stage That Shapes a Successful Renovation other

  The rough-in phase of plumbing, where essential supply, drainage, and venting systems are installed within walls, ceilings, and floors, plays a vital role in kitchen and bathroom…

• Serbia Buries War Criminal Mladic with Military Honors other

  On Monday, Ratko Mladic, the Bosnian Serb commander found guilty of war crimes, received military honors during his burial in Belgrade, despite the European Union's admonitions…

• Ben-Gvir's Plan to Expel Gaza's Population Over Seven Years other

  Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is campaigning for the complete expulsion of Gaza's Palestinian population over a seven-year period. The plan, dubbed "Rückzug…

• Esoteric's T-01 Turntable Uses Magnetic Drive, Eliminating Belts other

  Esoteric has introduced the T-01 turntable, marking its second model equipped with the MagneDrive System, which follows the Grandioso T1 released in 2022. This innovative system…

• Photographer's Dog Stock Photos Become Viral Meme 'Aifolou' other

  Photographer Iryna Kalamurza's stock photos of her Jack Russell terrier, Maya, unexpectedly became a viral meme in Brazil, nicknamed 'cachorro Aifolou.' The meme originated from a…