Scotland is home to many traditional sports, but none are quite as charming and unusual as the World Championship of Stone Skimming, held annually on the Isle of Easdale. This quirky event invites participants to skim stones across the surface of the water, competing to see who can achieve the longest distance. The sport, which…

Canada is sending over 80,000 unarmed small rockets to Ukraine as part of its ongoing support amid the war with Russia. The Canadian government has framed this delivery as essential assistance to help Ukraine defend itself without exacerbating the conflict. This military aid package aligns with other international efforts to provide Ukraine with resources that…

A UK man, Thomas Birley, has been sentenced to nine years behind bars after being convicted of arson at a hotel housing asylum seekers during violent riots. The attack, which shocked the local community, is seen as a symptom of growing unrest surrounding the UK’s immigration policies. The fire caused substantial damage to the property,…

Donald Trump has tapped tech billionaire Elon Musk in a bid to curb government waste, with the aim of saving trillions of dollars. The collaboration between the former president and Musk is focused on improving efficiency across federal programs and services through the use of advanced technologies, particularly in renewable energy and automation. This high-profile…

UK universities are facing uncertainty as the government weighs stricter visa policies for international students. These potential restrictions could have severe consequences for the country’s higher education sector, which heavily relies on international student enrollment for funding and cultural diversity. Universities have voiced their opposition, warning that the proposed changes could harm their ability to…

The summer of 2024 has set a grim new record as the hottest ever, according to an EU climate monitoring body. This spike in global temperatures is fueling concerns about the increasing severity of climate change and its far-reaching impacts on ecosystems and human livelihoods. Environmental activists are pushing for immediate government intervention to curb…

The ongoing legal saga between Saima Mohsin and CNN continues as the network has been permitted to appeal in her discrimination case. Mohsin, a seasoned journalist, claims she faced discriminatory practices while working for CNN and has brought her case to court to seek justice. The decision to allow CNN to appeal has sparked debates…

In one of the most dramatic evacuations in recent history, China has moved over 400,000 people to safety after a powerful typhoon made landfall. The storm, which meteorologists have labeled the most powerful in a decade, has battered the country’s coastal regions, bringing severe winds and heavy downpours that have left cities underwater. The government…

In the aftermath of the Georgia high school shooting, investigators are piecing together details of the horrific event that shook the state. The shooting, which occurred during school hours, has left parents, students, and teachers grappling with fear and uncertainty about safety within school environments. The incident has already sparked widespread calls for immediate action,…