Why are gray whales dying in San Francisco’s waters? US scientists search for clues
Climate change and shifting migration patterns are bringing rare research opportunities and new mysteries.
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At least 3 students injured in shooting near the University of Iowa
At least three students were injured in a shooting near the University of Iowa early Sunday morning, according to police
Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jar in Austria, police say
The brand warned on Saturday that consuming the purées may be potentially “life-threatening”.
Watch: Obama and Mamdani sing with children in New York
The former US president and New York City mayor meet for the first time at a child care centre in the Bronx.
Alec Baldwin to face civil trial over Rust film set shooting
The criminal case against the actor was dismissed in 2024.
Humanoid robot breaks half marathon world record in Beijing
The humans were left far behind as smartphone maker Honor’s humanoid robot shattered the men’s world record in China.
Australia and Japan sign contracts for $7bn warships deal
Defence deal is the latest example of deepening ties between Canberra and Tokyo amid shared concerns over China’s rise.
Zelensky condemns US extension of Russian sanctions waiver
The US argues that the waiver is meant to ease the energy supply crunch sparked by the US-Israel war with Iran.
The GCC has unity, it now needs joint defence and development
Beyond supporting peace, GCC states need to work towards joint defence, energy security and economic development.
Watch: Runners v robots at China half marathon
Robots competed in a half marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, with the winning machine leaving its human rivals for dust.
Bodies of 50 infants dumped at Trinidad graveyard
Police say a preliminary investigation shows it may be a case of an “unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses”.
Australia’s most-decorated soldier vows to fight war crime charges
Ben Roberts-Smith has given his first statement since he was charged with five counts of the war crime of murder last week.
This Japanese town cancelled its cherry blossom festival to stop overtourism. It didn’t work
Fujiyoshida was a sleepy town with a great view — until its cherry blossoms went viral on social media. Now, it’s the latest travel hotspot
Queen Elizabeth’s ‘legacy is locked in’: 100th anniversary of her birth prompts nostalgia, commemoration
The commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s birth on April 21, 1926, offers what might be considered typical royal recognitions for such milestones.