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WorldOct 8Woman opened Snapchat seconds before hitting quadbike in crash that killed farmerA woman has been jailed for killing a farmer in a crash while using her phone at the wheel.thenorthernecho · united kingdom
WorldOct 8Making Hand Protection Work for Road CrewsMaking Hand Protection Work for Road Crews Highway construction brings together a wide range of activities, often within the same working day. A crew installing steel safety barriers may also be handling concrete components, repairing drainage or preparing equipment for resurfacing, moving between materials and tools that present very different risks to their hands. Sharp ... The post Making Hand Protection Work for Road Crews appeared first on Highways Today.highways_today · united kingdom
WorldOct 8Shoot the People: Global Activism through Misan Harriman’s LensInfluential British Nigerian photographer and activist Misan Harriman captures global protests that drive social change.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldOct 8The anatomy of Maya sacrifice: An interview with author Vera TieslerMaya expert Vera Tiesler, editor of a new book on ritual sacrifice in Mesoamerica, shares the gory details on how the ancient Maya performed human sacrifices, and why. The post The anatomy of Maya sacrifice: An interview with author Vera Tiesler appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
WorldOct 8FIVE THINGS TO KNOW TODAYThe Nigeria Police Force says a coordinated operation involving security agencies led to their rescue on Wednesday. The post FIVE THINGS TO KNOW TODAY appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WorldOct 8A mother’s distress call lands eight in de-addiction centre in HyderabadFollowing a mother's distress call, eight individuals have been admitted to a de-addiction center in Hyderabad. This indicates a local intervention related to substance addiction.The Hindu
WorldOct 8Climate satire Digger – with Tom Cruise on top form – is full of surprisesWhat are we to make of Digger, a climate satire by a normally well-respected film-maker that’s been largely panned by critics? Stay with it and you’ll find out, says Bethan AckerleyNew Scientist
WorldOct 8Michael Jackson memorabilia including iconic Thriller jacket to go under the hammerMichael Jackson’s iconic fashion is going under the hammer, with more than 100 pieces from his career set to be auctioned in Abu Dhabi.EuroNews [en]
WorldOct 8Canadian Anne Carson wins 2026 Nobel Prize in LiteratureThe Swedish Academy praised the 76-year-old poet and essayist's work for being 'bold and inventive'.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldOct 8Mo Abudu Unveils Cultural Centre, Cinema Dedicated To African Film In London"I'm not waiting anymore for anyone to take a six-hour trip from London to understand what it is to watch a Nigerian film or to see Nigerian fashion and so on. It's right here in London," she said. The post Mo Abudu Unveils Cultural Centre, Cinema Dedicated To African Film In London appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WorldOct 8Podcast The Day: Jane Doe and the revolt against elite university CornellI am Jane Doe. Haar naam is te zien op borden op de Cornell University in de staat New York, op campussen door de hele VS en op sociale media. De zaak over de studente die twee jaar geleden door een groep medestudenten zou zijn gedrogeerd en vervolgens verkracht maakt veel los. Luister hier: Deze aflevering van De Dag luister je via NPO Luister en alle andere podcastapps. Bevalt het? Vergeet je dan niet te abonneren. Verslaggever Simone Tukker vertelt vanuit de VS wat er nu bekend is over de zaak. Het maakt een discussie los over de cultuur op Amerikaanse campussen en de macht van universiteitNOS Buitenland
WorldOct 8Hegseth ridiculed after failing to keep up with his own troops on training exerciseJimmy Kimmel dubbed Hegseth ‘our secretary of war and styling mousse’ after footage emerged of the military workoutThe Independent World
WorldOct 8Cristiano Ronaldo responded to a journalist's criticism with aggression: "You look like an apple, stop using botox"The CR7 vs Jorge Jesus saga divides Europe. The Portuguese star lashed out at criticism from the former Crystal Palace owner, now a journalist. Meanwhile, Romario came to the footballer's defense.Clarín
WorldOct 8They didn't want to exchange a presumed defective TV, and he returned to the mall with hooligans to pressure: "What a mess is going to be made"With murga drums and snare drums, decorated with the Central Ballester shield and team clothing, the group of fans protested loudly and aggressively in the shopping center. The video of the event quickly went viral on social media.Clarín
WorldOct 8Moldova ready to take in new wave of Ukrainian refugees in winter, Sandu saysMoldova is ready to receive a new wave of Ukrainian refugees if Ukraine faces a severe humanitarian situation this winter.Ukrinform [en]
WorldOct 8Critiques of Modernity, Pt. 1: The Revolt against ModernityToday marks the launch of a new series of essays on HumanProgress.org written by Dr. Steven Davies titled Critiques of Progress. Each of the fifteen essays in this monthly series will examine the origins, nature, and validity of recurring critiques of the modern world. This introductory essay distinguishes between two broad critiques of modernity and […] The post Critiques of Progress, Pt. 1: The Revolt against Modernity appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
WorldOct 8Senegal vs Morocco: CAS to decide who really won AFCONSenegal and Morocco played a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final in January and they contested the title again Thursday, this time at the Court of Arbitration for Sport which expects a verdict within days.Africanews [en]
WorldOct 8Celebrating Indigenous Peoples and CulturesDiscover scholarship that challenges myths and explores the histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples. The post Celebrating Indigenous Peoples and Cultures appeared first on JSTOR Daily.daily_jstor_org · united states of america
WorldOct 8Itchy Jones statue to be unveiled Oct. 17CARBONDALE — Southern Illinois University Baseball will unveil the statue of legendary coach Richard "Itchy" Jones on Saturday, Oct. 17. The unveiling will take place at noon at Itchy Jones Stadium as part of Southern Illinois' homecoming weekend, when the…thesouthern · united states of america
WorldOct 8DIY low-furniture vacuum alternative: Rolling pin and sockDust accumulation under low dressers, crumbs near refrigerators, and pet hair behind radiators often exceed the capabilities of standard vacuum cleaners and mops. A simple, effective tool for these tight spaces can be assembled from common household items: a wooden rolling pin and a cotton sock. Unlike bulky brush heads, this configuration is thin enough to reach deep corners while long enough to maintain leverage. The cotton fabric captures fine particles, preventing them from scattering during movement. Assemble the tool by stretching a clean, undamaged cotton sock tightly over the rolling pin. Secure the sock at the handle using a tight rubber band or tape. This step is critical; if the fabric slips under furniture, retrieving it can be difficult.pravda_ru · russia
WorldOct 8Gillio Lopes' lawyer denies sexual assault claims in Cornell caseGillio Lopes, one of the Chi Phi fraternity brothers accused of sexually assaulting Jane Doe in 2024, is denying the allegations. His lawyer, Andrew Miltenberg, told Lilia Luciano that his client's punishment of a suspension and essay was "unfair."CBS News
WorldOct 8From Yale to the Congo: The mathematician who became one of Africa’s most intrepid reportersAward winning journalist and author Anjan Sundaram reflects on two decades of highlighting under-reported crisesThe Telegraph
WorldOct 8Spanish Tebar debuts at the Met in New York with a 'Bohème' that "holds up a mirror to us"The Iberian maestro Ramón Tebar makes his debut at the prestigious New York theater conducting a classical work that still resonates with the public. The piece, with more than a century of history, reflects youthful vitality and aspirations, maintaining its relevance today.Clarín
WorldOct 8New Paris exhibition explores Ireland's housing crisis through contemporary artHuge demonstrations have been held over the last few weeks in Spain over its housing crisis, but the issue is not restricted to Spain. Many other countries also have a huge problem with housing, including Ireland, with experts saying that for every street of 10 houses, the country actually needs 12. Now a new exhibition in Paris at the Irish Cultural Centre is trying to reflect the issue. In Perspective, we spoke to the museum's director and one of the artists taking part.France 24 [en]