Czech Republic grapples with lingering COVID distrust exploited by politicians, while widespread inspections of breeding facilities are launched due to animal abuse concerns. Hospital head arrested after 25 years. Read more...

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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 week in tech news: a stylish smartwatch, a travel-ready roller case, the future of tech law, and a look back at the Hindenburg disaster. 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 look at today's political news: a special needs school bullying investigation, teen dating violence prevention, energy transition debates, and a school district lawsuit. Read more...

A quick look at trending tech discussions: nuclear reactor lasers, a DIY solution to doomscrolling using ESP32, and the importance of visual perception in video encoding. Read more...

This sports roundup covers a 5ft wrestling champion challenging stereotypes, NASCAR's AI debates, a writer's hope for football integration, and a Conference League match. Read more...

A roundup of the latest arts and entertainment news, including reviews of theater and film, a look at home vinyl record cutting, and more. Read more...

Syria is strengthening its economic ties with neighboring Jordan through increased vehicle exports and engaging in discussions with Pakistan to enhance economic cooperation. Read more...

Travelers in Slovakia face extra fees for ticket purchases, while Malá Fatra National Park struggles with a lack of public understanding of its importance. Read more...

From MeToo dramas facing censorship to monster-hunting video games conquering the world and samurai westerns in Scotland, Japan's influence on film is diverse and complex. Read more...

A roundup of global news covering topics from drought in Morocco and pension disputes in the UK to sexual violence cases in France and political negotiations in New Caledonia. Read more...

This article explores several pressing health issues: a tragic death in Russia due to distrust in medicine, financial strains on clinics, and the stigma surrounding menstruation in Uganda. Read more...

Saudi Arabia and the UAE face a unique opportunity to diversify beyond oil, but recent profit drops at Saudi Aramco highlight the challenges ahead. Can they build a sustainable future? Read more...

Surveillance video captures a crowd fleeing gunshots on Boylston Street after an officer-involved shooting. Police also responded to a separate shooting incident on Central Street. Read more...

Europe grapples with rising security concerns, considering a new defensive pillar, its role amidst global power struggles, and the potential for a unified response amidst internal divisions. Read more...

This week in tech: A program helps former inmates become software engineers, computer science pioneers win the Turing Award, and mobile games face criticism for misogynistic content. Read more...

Baku, Azerbaijan, hosts the third summit on taxes and accounting as the nation's state tax service unveils a new strategy for economic development. Read more...

The Olympic Committee is reportedly lobbying to lift sanctions against Russian and Belarusian athletes while recognizing a new boxing federation to secure the sport's Olympic future. Read more...