EU debate takes shape as Macron backs under-15 social media ban
French President Emmanuel Macron (Photo: AP) France is preparing a second attempt at restricting social media for children under 15 while President Emmanuel Macron presses Brussels to turn the same age limit into a common European rule.He made the EU…
In 2004, Toronto began using cold water from 83 metres beneath Lake Ontario to cool downtown buildings; today the system serves 200 buildings across 40 million sq ft
Representative Image (AI-generated) Deep beneath the surface of Lake Ontario, a layer of naturally cold water has become an unlikely part of Toronto’s urban infrastructure. Instead of relying entirely on conventional air-conditioning systems to cool its…
In Japan, local authorities have installed signs warning drivers that cats may suddenly dash into the road, using playful illustrations to make the danger memorable
An unusual road-safety idea in Japan is turning an everyday danger into something drivers are unlikely to forget. In parts of the country, signs featuring cats warn motorists that an animal could suddenly run into the road. Some of the designs are…
As the 9/11 attacks collapsed his office, a blind man’s guide dog helped him down 78 flights to safety and saved his life
September 11, 2026, will mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks which collapsed the World Trade Centre and led to the loss of thousands of lives. It also marks 25 years since Michael Hingson’s life was saved by his guide dog, who helped him…
Is Google still down? Hundreds in US continue facing issues with services amid outage; ‘messed up long weekend’
Google is down for many users in United Statesas per Downdetector, which recorded 1,067 reports at 12:57pm EDT. Google down (REUTERS) According to Downdetector, most users reported issues with content not loading, making up 58% of complaints. This was…
AT&T internet outage: Hundreds report fiber and broadband services down; Texas, Louisiana affected
Update: The AT&T internet outage appears to have been resolved after a brief disruption on Monday. Texas was the hardest-hit state, with a significant number of reports coming from the Dallas area. AT&T has not disclosed the cause of the…
What to know about the return to fighting in Yemen
The war in Yemen between government forces and the Iran-backed Houthi rebels has reignited after several years of calm, with more than 300 killed in the latest burst of renewed fighting. What to know about the return to fighting in Yemen Experts say the…
Cuba’s foreign minister says no negotiations despite "genocidal" blockade
By Ayose Naranjo Cuba’s foreign minister says no negotiations despite “genocidal” blockade HAVANA, Sept 7 – Cuba’s top diplomat said on Monday there are no talks underway with the United States, nor were there any plans for…
Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El Nino
The number of ships sailing through the Panama Canal could be cut further due to drought caused by the El Nino weather pattern, the new administrator of the waterway told AFP on Monday. Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El Nino Panama…
Are Prince Harry and Meghan becoming working royals again? King Charles gives blunt reality check
Prince Harry and Meghan have returned to the United Kingdombut they will not return to their former roles as working royals. A letter sent on behalf of King Charles makes clear that the couple’s royal status has not changed since they stepped down from…
