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Philadelphia Roundup: Museum Closure, Phishing Warning and Gun Violence Data
Philadelphia’s Sept. 2 morning news roundup highlighted the planned closure of the Academy of Natural Sciences museum, a Medicare-related MyChart phishing warning, local investment and public-safety developments.
American jazz singer Cassandra Wilson dies at 70
Grammy Award-winning American jazz singer Cassandra Wilson died on Wednesday in her hometown of Jackson, Mississippi, her manager said. She was 70.
Trump 'happy' Prince Harry and Meghan have left US
President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was glad Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had left the United States -- though adding that if he were part of the British royal family he would not have taken them back.
Venice festival gets underway with Clooney taking swipe at US government
The Venice Film Festival kicked off Wednesday with a customary dose of controversy, as honouree George Clooney slammed the US government, while jury president Maggie Gyllenhaal questioned the dearth of women directors.
George Clooney says US run by 'least qualified people'
Veteran film star George Clooney said Wednesday the United States would surmount an "unfortunate" time in its history under the Trump administration, calling it a government run by the "least qualified people".
Venice to roll out red carpet for Clooney on opening night
The Venice Film Festival kicks off on the sun-splashed Lido with a bang on Wednesday, with the glamorous cinema showcase handing George Clooney a lifetime achievement award on its opening night.
Fans mourn 'bittersweet' final Ariana Grande gig in London
Ariana Grande fans said the US pop star's last gig in London Tuesday before a career break would be a bittersweet moment and slammed "toxic" comments since July about her emaciated figure.
UK Homeowners Advised to Use Peppermint Tea Bags to Deter Spiders
With the arrival of colder, wetter autumn weather in Britain, homeowners are being advised to utilize used peppermint tea bags as a natural deterrent against spiders. As male spiders become more active during their mating season from late August to mid-October, they frequently seek shelter indoors, making this simple household remedy particularly relevant for keeping arachnids at bay.
From Montecito to the Cotswolds: Harry and Meghan eye new UK home
After their surprise return to the UK, Prince Harry and Meghan's new home is not on a royal estate -- but may be nestled in a quaint rural corner of England, now a playground for A-list celebrities.
Practical boundaries can reduce group-chat overload
Limiting active threads, muting notifications and returning to direct messages can make crowded group chats more manageable.
Eight dead and 23 missing after ferry sinks off Cyprus
At least eight people died and 23 remained missing after a passenger ferry capsized north of Kyrenia while travelling toward Turkey.
Russell Hobbs dual air fryer discounted to £99
Amazon reduced the price of the 9-litre Russell Hobbs Dual Air Fryer from £114.84 to £99.
UK clocks return to GMT on October 25
Clocks in the United Kingdom will move back one hour at 2am on Sunday, October 25, ending British Summer Time for 2026.
Beeston pub closes after office fire injures man
The Nurseryman pub in Beeston was evacuated after a fire broke out in a downstairs office on Sunday afternoon.
WIRED tests label makers for home organisation
A home label-maker test selected Brother, Niimbot and Dymo models for different budgets and working styles.
King Haakon joins Norway memorials for Harald
Norway's new King Haakon VIII attended a memorial service Sunday, as churches across the Scandinavian kingdom paid tribute to his father, King Harald, who passed away two days earlier.
Grisly search for missing as Nepal morgues overflow, burials begin
Distraught families in Nepal watched grisly images of mangled corpses on a screen on Sunday, seeking to identify relatives as overflowing morgues forced authorities to begin burying flood victims.
Norway's churches hold services to late King Harald
Norway's new King Haakon VIII attended a memorial service Sunday, as churches across the Scandinavian kingdom paid tribute to his father, king Harald, who passed away two days before.
Educators keep 9/11 memory alive for next generation, 25 years on
When 17-year-old student Max Avena visited the site of New York's fallen Twin Towers, hearing the first-hand accounts of survivors of the deadliest attacks on US soil left him "speechless."
Norway's King Haakon VIII pays tribute to late father in first speech
Norway's new King Haakon VIII on Saturday addressed Norwegians for the first time since taking the throne, paying tribute to his 89-year-old father who passed away the day before.
Bryan Kohberger Seeks Judge’s Removal From Post-Conviction Case
Bryan Kohberger’s lawyers asked to disqualify Judge Steven Hippler from proceedings over his guilty plea, citing the judge’s sentencing description of him as a “faceless coward.”
Norway, in mourning, enters new era under King Haakon VIII
Norway on Saturday opened a new chapter in its history under King Haakon VIII, who was due to give a memorial speech a day after the death of his 89-year-old father King Harald.
New Jersey Man Faces Federal Charges After Authorities Seize 109 Homemade Bombs
Federal prosecutors have charged a 37-year-old Denville, New Jersey, man after investigators said they found a home laboratory and 109 homemade explosive devices during a June search that prompted nearby residents to be temporarily evacuated.
Seven Arrested After VCK Functionary Killed in Thiruneermalai Attack
Police have arrested seven suspects in connection with the killing of 38-year-old VCK functionary Anbazhagan in Thiruneermalai, Chennai, while searches continue for four additional suspects linked to the fatal gang attack.
Los Angeles County Rapper Among Three Charged in $8.1 Million Stolen-Check Case
An aspiring Los Angeles County rapper known as ColdheartedAC is among three defendants federally charged in an alleged scheme involving more than $8.1 million in stolen checks, including dozens of U.S. Treasury payments.
Norway, in mourning, enters a new era under King Haakon VIII
Norway on Saturday opened a new chapter in its history under King Haakon VIII, who was due to give a memorial speech a day after the death the previous day of his 89-year-old father King Harald.
SUV Tyre Failure Kills Three Chennai College Students
Three students died and four were hospitalized after an SUV crashed near Madurantakam while returning to Chennai from Puducherry.
Three Students Die, Four Injured in Madurantakam Car Crash
A rear-tyre failure caused a car carrying seven Vels College students to overturn on the Tiruchi-Chennai National Highway as they returned from Puducherry.
Suspect Arrested in Manipur After Body Found on Tamil Nadu Express
Tambaram police arrested M. Manik Uddin Laskar in Manipur after an investigation into the dismembered remains of Hayathun Nisha, found in a trolley bag on a train at Agra.
Norway mourns passing of King Harald as son King Haakon VIII ascends throne
Flags across Norway flew at half-mast on Saturday as the country opened a new chapter in its history under King Haakon VIII, a day after the death of his 89-year-old father Harald.
Chennai Police Arrest Mother and Daughter Over ₹40 Lakh Chit Fund Case
Mother-daughter duo arrested for cheating 350 people of ₹40 lakh in unregistered Deepavali chit fund scheme in Chennai.
Ammunition Found in Woman's Cabin Bag at Chennai Airport
CISF seizes three live rounds and a magazine from a passenger's hand baggage at Chennai airport during security screening.