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Iraqis find Ramadan joy in centuries-old ring game
In a Baghdad arena, a crowd cheers to the rhythm of drums, not for a football match but for a fiery centuries-old game enjoyed by Iraqis during Ramadan called "mheibes".
'Antipathy' to US: Tourists turning away from Trump's America
In just a few weeks, the US tourism outlook has clouded as a result of some of President Donald Trump's policy decisions, which have angered some foreign visitors and prompted fear of a surge in prices and a stronger dollar.
CineCity Hosts Debut of Newest Virtual Production LED Technology
CineCity Studios in Chicago is set to unveil cutting-edge LED panels from Global LED RGB Technologies (GLRT), offering enhanced precision and efficiency for film, television, and music video productions.
Israel opposition urges general strike over security chief ouster
Israel's opposition leader on Saturday called for a general strike if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses to obey a Supreme Court decision freezing the government's dismissal of the internal security chief.
Vast crowds rally in Istanbul as mayor quizzed by prosecutors
Huge crowds gathered outside Istanbul City Hall for a fourth night of protests over the arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, who told police Saturday the allegations against him were "immoral and baseless".
Pope to leave hospital for Vatican on Sunday
Pope Francis is to leave hospital on Sunday and return to his residence in the Vatican, where he is to spend "at least two months" recovering, one of his doctors announced.
Turkey braces for fourth night of protest as mayor arrives in court
Turkey was headed for a fourth straight night of protests late Saturday, as the biggest street unrest the country has seen in over a decade raged on over the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.
Turkey braces for fourth night of protests as police quiz mayor
Turkey was headed for a fourth straight night of protests late Saturday, as the biggest street unrest the country has seen over a decade raged on over the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.
Beijing simplifies marriages to encourage Chinese to wed
China on Saturday announced measures to simplify the marriage registration process and lessen the financial burden on couples, the latest initiative by Beijing to boost births.
Pope to make first public appearance Sunday since hospitalisation
Pope Francis will make his first public appearance on Sunday with a blessing and a wave from Rome's Gemelli hospital where he was admitted on February 14 with breathing problems.
Heathrow Airport 'fully operational' after fire shutdown
Heathrow Airport said it was "fully operational" on Saturday but delays and cancellations were expected as Europe's busiest air hub resumed operations after a power station fire caused travel mayhem.
Last of six foreign hikers missing in Philippines rescued
Four foreign hikers who had been missing for days in a mountainous area of the central Philippines were rescued Saturday, local authorities said, a day after their two companions were found safe.
DEA's Marijuana Policy Mission at Odds with Its Actions - MMJ's DEA Lawsuit Positioned to Win
AS WRITTEN DEA MISSION:Prevent, detect, and investigate the diversion of controlled pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals from legitimate sources while ensuring an adequate and uninterrupted supply for legitimate medical, commercial, and scientific needs. Duane Boise MMJ's CEO mentioned that “Thomas Prevoznik DEA Diversion DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR 's adamant unwillingness to utilize his critical thinking faculties or examine his colossal stubbornness is captive to his unwarranted certainties which are holding him objectivity hostage”. The DEA's continued obstruction risks not only legal defeat but also reputational harm as patients await life-saving therapies.
Bear Grill Announces Official Sponsorship of KB Titan Racing and Pro Stock Driver Matt Latino
Luxury Outdoor Grill Brand Bear Grill Fuels High-Performance Partnership as Matt Latino Makes His NHRA Pro Stock Debut
Families say tattoos landed Venezuelan migrants in Salvadoran mega-jail
Lawyers and relatives of Venezuelans flown from the United States to a notorious jail in El Salvador believe the men were wrongly labelled gang members and terrorists because of their tattoos.
Hundreds of thousands defy Erdogan to protest Istanbul mayor's arrest
Hundreds of thousands of people rallied in Istanbul late Friday to protest the arrest of the city's opposition mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, defying a warning from President Recep Tayyip Erdogan that Turkey would not tolerate "street terrorism".
First flights land at Heathrow after power station fire
Some flights began to land at London's Heathrow Airport late on Friday after a fire at a power station grounded planes at Europe's busiest air hub, causing travel chaos for thousands of people around the world.
Heathrow to resume some flights after power station fire
London's Heathrow Airport said it would resume "some flights" later Friday after a fire at a power station grounded planes at Europe's busiest air hub, causing travel chaos for thousands of people around the world.
Emotions run high as power outage shuts London's Heathrow
A police helicopter was the only vehicle visible in the sky above Heathrow airport on Friday, as the regular drone of flights went silent after a fire at a power station shuttered Europe's busiest airport.
Conor McGregor, fighting Irishman with political ambition
Irish mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor, who launched an appeal on Friday against a civil claim of sexual assault, has seen his bid to enter politics boosted by US President Donald Trump.
Turkey braces for more protests over Istanbul mayor's arrest
Turkey braced for a third day of protests on Friday, as anger spread across the country over the arrest of Istanbul's popular Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu in a graft and terror probe.
Counter-terror police probe fire that shut London Heathrow
Counter-terror police on Friday launched a probe into an electricity substation fire that shut down Heathrow airport causing travel chaos for passengers around the world and the cancellation or diversion of hundreds of flights from Europe's busiest air hub.
Trump denies reports Musk to receive 'top secret' China briefing
US President Donald Trump denied media reports on Friday that his billionaire ally Elon Musk would receive a "top-secret briefing" on Washington's strategy in a potential war with China.
Turkey braces for day three of protests over Istanbul mayor's arrest
Turkey braced for a third day of protests on Friday, as anger spread across the country over the arrest of Istanbul's popular Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu in a graft and terror probe.
French actor Depardieu goes on trial on sexual assault charges
French actor Gerard Depardieu, who has faced a string of assault and rape allegations, goes on trial in Paris on Monday accused of sexually abusing two women during a film shoot in 2021.
Japan panel drafts response plan for Mount Fuji eruption
A Japanese panel of experts issued guidance to greater Tokyo residents on Friday in the event Mount Fuji erupts, telling them to stay indoors unless the ashfall becomes severe.
Massive disruption after power outage shuts London's Heathrow airport
Britain's Heathrow airport -- Europe's busiest -- shut down early on Friday after a major fire at an electricity substation cut power to the sprawling hub, causing disruption worldwide to hundreds of flights and thousands of travellers.
London's Heathrow airport closed after fire causes major power cut
Britain's Heathrow airport, Europe's busiest, was shut down early Friday after a major fire at an electrical substation supplying power to the sprawling facility west of London, officials said.
The watchers who prey on Israel's falcon poachers
For the volunteer watchers scanning southern Israel's wheatfields, protecting migratory falcons from poachers is a highly coordinated security operation.
The Fresh Factory Reports Fiscal 2024 Results with Record Annual Total Billed Revenue of $32.9M
The Company reported a record full-year billed revenue of $32.9M (CAD $47M) in 2024, representing a year-over-year increase of 39% from 2023.The Company recorded its highest-ever quarterly billed revenue of $8.9M (CAD $12.7M) in Q4 2024, surpassing the previous record of $8.4M (CAD $12M) set in Q1 2024. This marks a 38% increase over Q4 2023.During the fourth quarter, the Company continued its progress toward opening its previously leased facility in Downers Grove, IL. While construction of the production area continued, office staff were able to move into the new office space.The Company successfully completed trials for new customers that would start shipping in the first quarter of 2025.The Company successfully launched smoothies as a complement to its cold-pressed juices and wellness shots.
Bausch Health Announces Conditional Redemption of Senior Notes
LAVAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / March 21, 2025 / Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) (the "Company" or "Bausch Health") today announced that (i) it has delivered conditional notices of redemption for all of its outstanding 5.500% Senior Secured Notes due 2025, 9.000% Senior Notes due 2025, 5.750% Senior Secured Notes due 2027 and 6.125% Senior Secured Notes due 2027 (collectively, the "BHC Notes") and (ii) 1375209 B.C. Ltd., the Company's indirect wholly-owned subsidiary ("HoldCo"), has delivered a conditional notice of redemption for all of its outstanding 9.000% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 (collectively with the BHC Notes, the "Notes"). Each of the redemptions is conditioned upon the closing of debt financing transactions satisfactory to the Company (the "Financing Transactions"). The Company expects to satisfy this condition with its recently announced financing transaction, which includes (i) $4,000 million aggregate principal amount of new senior secured notes due 2032 and (ii) $3,400 million in borrowings under a new 5.5-year senior secured term loan B facility.
Compassion Center Celebrates 80th Birthday of President-Emeritus Danford "DanK" Koozer, a Lifelong Advocate for Freedom and Cannabis Reform
Compassion Center honors Danford "DanK" Koozer on his 80th birthday, recognizing his decades of fearless advocacy, grassroots leadership, and unwavering dedication to cannabis education through Willamette Valley NORML, Emerald Empire Hempfest, and over 750 episodes of Eugene Cannabis TV. His legacy continues to inspire a movement.