The right to enforce civil rights is under attack in the US

Australian designer creates hempcrete shelters for threatened wildlife

Florida tracked 142 pythons 20 years; all four lost trackers from gravid females

My State Of Mind Initiative: Chance the Rapper funds youth therapy; grants back safe spaces

Chance the Rapper's philanthropic venture, SocialWorks, has dedicated itself to bolstering mental health support for Chicago’s youth. By funding Under the Rainbow, a therapy initiative aimed at trauma-affected young individuals, SocialWorks strives to enhance access to emotional aid and nurture safe healing spaces. This initiative is part of a broader mission to uplift community well-being and empower the next generation by tackling pressing mental health issues.

Big Bang Theory star Kaley Cuoco's $4.99 million ranch is now a refuge for rescued animals

In 2017, The Big Bang Theorystar Kaley Cuoco purchased a 40-acre ranch in California for $4.99 million. Nine years later, the property has become a refuge for rescued horses, cows, goats, pigs, donkeys and birds. Cuoco has transformed the ranch into a home for animals, including older ones rescued from difficult conditions, while also making it an important part of her family life.

Farmers Challenge Power Line: Lawsuit targets MariBell project; landowners fear loss of farms

In western Wisconsin, rural landowners are rallying against the MariBell Transmission Project due to its anticipated negative impact on their land. The proposed route threatens family farms, with fears of diminished usable land, decreased property values, and potential health concerns. As the regulatory process moves forward, legal actions have emerged against the developers, accompanied by vigorous public protests, showcasing the strong resistance from the community of farmers and residents.

Katya Adler: France divided over who to blame for riots and what to learn from them

In France and beyond there is widespread disagreement over what led to some of the worst unrest seen in French cities in modern history.

US envoy arrives in Russia ahead of meeting with Putin as Zelensky says intelligence sharing 'works now'

Steve Witkoff is in St Petersburg to discuss proposals on ending Russia's years-long conflict with Ukraine.

Why is Elon Musk plotting a mega-merger of SpaceX and Tesla?

Musk says there's "a lot to be gained" by combining the firms in what would be the biggest merger in history.

Trump says companies should pay 'dividend' to communities to make data centers popular

The Weeknd had dinner with Tony Leung and Carina Lau in Hong Kong, left handwritten message on menu

The Canadian superstar was in town ahead of his concerts and even left a handwritten thank-you note on the dinner menu.

Mariah Carey has brother’s $20m defamation lawsuit over memoir dismissed

Singer's brother alleged she had falsely portrayed him as violent man who sold cocaine

Hyflux trial: Olivia Lum and 5 co-accused will not be testifying as judge calls on defence

The prosecution has concluded its case over the alleged failure in 2011 by then senior Hyflux personnel to tell investors key information about the Tuaspring water desalination project.