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BBC Persian journalists who work for the British Broadcasting Corporation have received warnings from the Iranian authorities, stating that their movements are being closely monitored and their families are under threat. The threats include arrest and seizure of assets unless they stop reporting...

A 911 Call Reveals the Devastating Consequences of Police Response in a Mental Health Crisis. In a haunting 911 call, obtained by authorities on Wednesday, a family in Queens desperately sought help for their son's mental health emergency. Jabez Chakraborty, 22, had been calmly eating food at...

Sudan Archives brought the house down at Thalia Hall Thursday night with her "The BPM" tour stop. The conceptual album, which explores themes of heartbreak and empowerment through beats per minute, was performed with a level of performance art that rivalled rave culture. Brittney Parks, aka...

A Bonobo's Mind-Bending Imagination: Can They Play Make-Believe? Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have made a groundbreaking discovery that challenges our understanding of imagination and cognition in animals. A 43-year-old bonobo named Kanzi was found to be able to participate in...

Thousands of wounded Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are facing an uncertain future as Israel prepares to reopen the Rafah crossing, the sole land border point with Egypt. The reopening is intended to facilitate medical evacuations for patients in dire need of treatment outside the territory, but...

Lindsey Vonn's Olympic Outlook Remains Intact Despite Knee Injury In a surprising turn of events, Lindsey Vonn is still on track to compete in the Milan Cortina Olympics despite suffering a serious knee injury just days ago. The American skiing sensation crashed and injured her left knee during...

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has made it clear that she's eyeing the top spot in Venezuela, saying "I will be president when the time comes." However, her comments on the matter were met with skepticism by some, who point to the current power vacuum and lack of a clear...

UK Energy Regulator's Weak Stance on Suppliers' Capital Shortfalls Raises Concerns Ofgem, the UK energy regulator, is facing criticism over its handling of the latest wave of energy suppliers struggling with capital shortfalls. As wholesale gas prices surge due to cold weather in North America...

France rugby union team-mate and captain Gael Fickou has paid tribute to Uini Atonio, who was forced to retire from professional rugby due to a "cardiac event". The 35-year-old prop forward, who won 68 caps for France, was taken to an intensive care unit at a hospital in La Rochelle on Tuesday...

The stage is set for Super Bowl LX, the ultimate showdown between football enthusiasts worldwide. The New England Patriots will face off against the Seattle Seahawks in a battle of skill and strategy that promises to be an unforgettable experience. For those who don't have their calendars...

Disney's beloved animated series, Zootopia, has been thrilling audiences for years with its lovable characters and intricate storylines. The sequel to the original hit film is set to release on January 27 in digital format and March 3 on DVD and Blu-ray. For die-hard fans of the franchise...

"Cosmic Princess Kaguya!" is an anime that will stop you in your tracks and ask why it doesn't have a warning label. This trippy adaptation of a Japanese folk tale has undergone a radical transformation, blending traditional storytelling with futuristic virtual reality elements that will leave...

Raye is set to release her sophomore album, 'This Music May Contain Hope', on March 27. The album's announcement came with an inspiring message from the singer-songwriter herself. "Music is medicine," Raye said in a heartfelt statement. "I've always said that. I guess I'm in the process of...

Chicago's hockey scene was abuzz with excitement Monday night at the United Center as the Blackhawks took to the ice against the Jets. The sold-out crowd of 19,894 was electric, cheering on not just their beloved Hawks but also two high-profile visitors from other Chicago sports teams. Bears...

ASUS Halts Production of NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB Amid Memory Crunch. In a move that has sent shockwaves through the gaming community, ASUS has officially stopped producing the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB models. The company cited "end-of-life" status for these GPUs...

A mother's hidden identity reveals a complex web of secrets, lies, and survival. Journalist Marisa Fox's latest documentary, "My Underground Mother," uncovers the truth behind her mother's wartime past, a tale that has left her with more questions than answers. The story begins when Fox was...

It's Time to Brush Up on Your Sports Memories - It's 2016! Imagine walking into a pub or social gathering with friends, only to be met with confused glances. "Pokémon Go" and the "Mannequin Challenge" are all you can mention, but your mates just don't seem to know what you're talking about...

Legendary Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman John Fogerty recently stopped by NPR's 'Tiny Desk' series, delivering impassioned performances of three CCR classics and two solo tracks. In a poignant episode, Fogerty also delves into the story behind one of his most iconic songs, "Proud Mary,"...

US Southern Command Lacks Capacity to Track Civilian Casualties After Venezuela Attack The Pentagon is struggling to cope with a surge in civilian casualty reports stemming from the US military mission to abduct Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, according to government officials. In...

A cracking card gets underway at Windsor, marking the start of the Berkshire Winter Million Festival. The Sovereign Handicap Hurdle, a valuable prize worth £35,000, is the main event with Wilful, Great Fleet, and Knickerbockerglory vying for team Skelton's favor. Knickerbockerglory, a runner-up...