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business2 min read10/17/2026Internet shutdowns push Russian firms towards landline phones
State-owned companies increased spending on fixed-line phones as mobile internet restrictions affected businesses and everyday services.
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environment2 min read10/17/2026Supreme Court rejects challenge to lobster boat tracking
Maine fisherman Frank Thompson challenged mandatory boat tracking on privacy grounds. The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear his case allows the state to keep collecting fishing information.
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culture2 min read10/17/2026The history behind rugby’s haka
The All Blacks’ haka connects rugby with Māori traditions, while other Pacific teams have their own pre-match dances.
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health1 min read10/17/2026Experiments point to a possible way microplastics damage the body
Laboratory tests suggest that tiny plastic particles can react with water in the body, creating molecules that may cause damage and inflammation.
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entertainment2 min read10/17/2026Comic Con brings final-season news and a Blade Runner experience
Daredevil is approaching its final season, while Starfleet Academy is making its final voyage. Fans explored Blade Runner 2099 through a special event.
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careers2 min read10/17/2026Remote work may help raise birth rates
An economist estimates that working from home has increased fertility by 5% in the US and Northern Europe, with a particularly strong link among some mothers.
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culture2 min read10/17/2026Exploring Spain through seasonal food
Regional traditions connect Spanish food with particular places and seasons, although some specialities are enjoyed throughout the year.
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science2 min read10/16/2026NASA battery tests show promise for Moon exploration
New battery designs survived extreme temperatures during NASA tests. The technology could power Moon equipment without needing constant heating, although space testing is still ahead.
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culture2 min read10/16/2026Ancient shipwreck jars reveal clues about trade and sailors' food
Clay jars recovered near Kekova island are around 4,400–4,700 years old. Researchers believe they could reveal trading connections and food-making practices on ancient ships.
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travel2 min read10/16/2026France’s highest hotel welcomes guests again
The Hôtellerie des Laquets has reopened in the Pyrenees after being closed for over 30 years. Its rooms offer wide views, while the surrounding area is ideal for watching the stars.
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world-news2 min read10/16/2026Hungary removes limits on LGBTQ+ content from child-protection law
Parliament approved changes to a law introduced under Viktor Orbán. The new rules focus on harmful material, while other limits on LGBTQ+ rights remain.
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business2 min read10/16/2026Florence pensioner faces losing her home of over 60 years
A proposed rent increase from €450 to €1,200 a month could force 94-year-old Franca to leave her home. Her daughter has asked a tenants’ union for help.
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environment2 min read10/16/2026Giant snake fossils reveal India's ancient wildlife
Scientists estimate that Vasuki indicus was up to 15.2 metres long, although its exact size remains uncertain.
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sports2 min read10/16/2026Rwanda to host Formula 1’s return to Africa
A ten-year agreement will bring Formula 1 back to Africa from the early 2030s. The planned race has attracted both support and criticism.
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health2 min read10/16/2026Programmable bubble chip could help deliver medicines
Cornell researchers have developed a chip that controls tiny hydrogen bubbles. Sound waves make the bubbles vibrate, allowing the team to direct liquid flow.
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entertainment2 min read10/16/2026Why Rocky needed a mechanical version for some scenes
A puppet gave Rocky more natural movement, while a mechanical model helped avoid editing problems around screens.
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careers2 min read10/16/2026From university to a career fixing ski lifts
Victoria Madsen trained at work to become a ski-lift mechanic. The career has brought greater financial security, although some future goals still feel uncertain.
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culture2 min read10/16/2026The Practical Origins of Spain’s Traditional Foods
Salted fish, sheep’s cheese, cold soups and fried bread grew from the need to store food and make good use of available ingredients.
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curious2 min read10/16/2026Kazakh walker prepares for a journey across the United States
After long walks in Asia and Europe, 76-year-old Sarsenbay Kotyrashov is planning an American journey and hoping to enter Guinness World Records.
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world-news2 min read10/15/2026Baden-Württemberg reports 358 child marriages
Eight recorded marriages were legally ended, while 350 cases were closed through other routes. An advice centre reported that 33 young people faced the risk of forced marriage in 2025.
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