Day: February 11, 2023
US top envoy calls for ‘dialogue’ in rare call with Nicaragua FM
Blinken calls for dialogue in rare high-level contact between the countries, a day after 222 prisoners released.
Twitter’s Internal Chaos Is Slowing Turkey Earthquake Relief Efforts, Volunteers Say
Changes to Twitter’s platform “can have life-altering effects. It’s that important,”
Iran marks anniversary of Islamic Revolution amid protests
Iran is celebrating the 44th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution amid nationwide anti-government protests and heightened tensions with the West
This gadget is for everyone who hates flying in coach (so, everyone in America)
I can’t imagine using this, but it must work for some people.
Back to the future? Devon diner hopes to revive spirit of Little Chef
First of new chain called Brightside gives nostalgic nod to 20th-century glory days of car travelA packet of sad sandwiches and a tepid cup of tea: for years, roadside dining in the UK has offered little for motorists to write home about.Seasoned trave…
Nicola Sturgeon faces fortnight of criticism over trans prisons policy
Critics claim her career is ‘over,’ while trans Scots worry about sensationalised coverage after trans rapist put in women’s prisonFew can be anticipating Holyrood’s recess next week as keenly as Nicola Sturgeon.She has endured a fortnight of relentles…
‘We must be more vigilant than ever,’ Guterres says on first International Day to prevent violent extremism
With extremist groups expanding their reach, the international community cannot let up its guard against terrorism, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Sunday.Read the full story, “‘We must be more vigilant than ever,’ Guterres says on first …
Türkiye: UN relief chief meets families affected by devastating earthquake
Humanitarians will launch appeals for Türkiye and Syria in the aftermath of the deadly earthquakes this week, UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths said on Saturday.Read the full story, “Türkiye: UN relief chief meets families affected by de…