Explore the shocking and unusual customs of dictators, from Gaddafi's female bodyguards to bizarre practices like tracking women's menstrual cycles and executing intellectuals. Read more...

This article explores two pressing issues: the questioning of continuous progress in a world facing uncertainty, and the struggle to preserve the Garifuna language in Guatemala. Read more...

The world's largest iceberg is stuck near South Georgia, while Comet 2024 G3 (ATLAS) becomes the 'Great Comet of 2025'. Plus: Giving nature its own ID. Read more...

A businesswoman claims to have delivered €90,000 to PSOE headquarters, while Ábalos' ex-partner admits to never working at companies that hired her, adding fuel to the ongoing investigation. Read more...

A look at recent news highlighting abuses of power, failures in safeguarding, and the dark realities lurking beneath seemingly normal surfaces. From corporate dominance to horrifying acts of cruelty, this article explores concerning trends. Read more...

A collection of news snippets covering topics from secondary school admissions and journalist conversations to spiritual empowerment and modern parenting approaches. Read more...

This week in tech: A customizable Linux distro, drone safety tips, a budget-friendly smart thermostat, and a great deal on a portable power station. Read more...

From Cologne's queer triumvirate to Rio's King Momo, Carnival season is in full swing, celebrating diversity and festivities around the world. Read more...

This article examines the contrasting situations in Palmyra, hoping for a tourism revival after ISIS, and Manbij, plagued by electricity shortages and terrorist attacks amidst ongoing conflict. Read more...

This week's news covers surging fraud in Singapore, debates around hate speech bans, and a coordinated disinformation campaign against sex education. Read more...

Amazon unveils its Ocelot quantum chip and a smarter, subscription-based Alexa. Get ready for a leap in quantum computing and AI assistance, but with a price tag. Read more...

A look at the complexities of modern politics, from the limitations of facts to the role of faith and the enduring impact of historical legacies. Read more...

Tomáš Prokopčák's newsletter explores a fascinating possibility: the Iron Age may have begun in a location completely different from what we traditionally believe. Could history be rewritten? Read more...

A Turkish man finds solace in a cave after losing his home in an earthquake, while a teacher rediscovers his passion through travel. Two stories of resilience and unexpected journeys. Read more...

From a legendary Slovak shopkeeper reciting poetry to a British money expert offering energy-saving tips, two stories highlight creative approaches to business and customer interaction. Read more...

Elon Musk faces a tax probe in Italy while Lachlan Murdoch celebrates Fox News' success. Plus, is XBT App ePrex a trading revolution or a risky venture? Read more...

Bank of America offers free museum admission to customers. A new photo series unveils the lives of America's most vulnerable. Read more...

UK universities grapple with AI-assisted student work, while creative industries fight government proposals on AI copyright. Artists like Kate Bush and Björn Ulvaeus are protesting. Read more...

A fatal crash closes a major UK motorway, while police in Swansea arrest two men in connection with the murder of a 47-year-old woman. Also, a grim update in the case of a missing Arizona teen. Read more...

This article explores diverse political landscapes, from film financing's influence to Congolese refugees fleeing conscription and Gen Z's gender role divisions. Read more...