Iceland votes on whether to resume EU membership negotiations
Icelanders go to the polls on Saturday in a referendum on whether to resume membership negotiations with the European Union, in a tight race that will be closely watched in Brussels. The country of just under 400,000 people applied to join the EU in the…
Canada installs large Lake Ontario sign in latest jab at US
Trump said the decree was effective immediately as he signed the order to rename it Lake America. While he has broad discretion over how the US recognises landmarks, other countries are not required to follow. Canadian officials have dismissed…
Mayor argues lowering flag for Dolly Parton could ‘lesson’ meaning of gesture
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A mayor of a small city in Mississippi is arguing against lowering the flag to honor Dolly Parton, worrying that it would «lessen the meaning of the gesture» in the future. «I believe lowering the American flag…
How Taylor Farms became integral to America’s food supply system
The cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands of people across the U.S. has brought fresh scrutiny of the integral role Taylor Farms and other massive suppliers play in the country’s food supply. The company, which the Food and Drug…
Mont Blanc ultramarathon trail kicks off amid growing environmental concern
The annual UTMB, the flagship race of the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc week, kicked off on Friday with 2,500 participants. As the race continues to attract more runners each year, local residents are increasingly concerned about its environmental impact.…
Uganda’s King Oyo: World’s youngest reigning traditional monarch dies aged 34
The Tooro Kingdom follows a hereditary system in selecting its monarch. Oyo was not officially married, but Akiiki said «the continuity of the Crown is assured». «His Majesty leaves behind a Prince as his heir, whose identity will be formally revealed at…
Buffett remains active at 96, but Berkshire’s shares aren’t doing much
(This is the Warren Buffett Watch newsletter, news and analysis on all things Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway. You can sign up here to receive it every Friday evening in your inbox.) Buffett remains active at 96, but Berkshire’s shares…
Niger’s junta says ‘regaining control’ after clashes in capital
Niger’s defense ministry said the armed forces were progressively retaking control of sites targeted in an overnight attack on the capital Niamey, according to a statement read on state television, which resumed broadcasting on…
Oslo mayor cancels own wedding after death of Norway’s king
The late king was a popular and reforming leader in Norway who modernised the monarchy. He broke with tradition by marrying a commoner, Queen Sonja, and served as a unifying figure during Norway’s most difficult moments. Harald died a day before…
Georgia redistricting case returns to court under new racial bias test
Redistricting battles heat up across the South, Democrats push back Chief congressional correspondent Chad Pergram details the escalating redistricting battles in Southern states, where Democratic lawmakers are challenging Republican-led efforts to…