Migrant boats in the Mediterranean: Why are so many people dying?
The BBC explores the many reasons why the central Mediterranean is among the deadliest migration routes.
Day: August 13, 2023
Pain, Anger As Hawaii Wildfire Deaths Touch 89
The number of people known to have died in a devastating wildfire that destroyed a Hawaiian town hit 89 on Saturday, the state’s governor said.
Halifax Harbour dyed pink for research project aimed at removing CO2 from the atmosphere
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Argentina cracks down on football fans burning money to taunt rivals
Visiting foreign football fans who mock Argentina’s crippling inflation crisis by burning banknotes will be punished with up to 30 days in prison.
Federal government hopeful China will lift more trade tariffs on Australian products
China is Australia’s most important “economic relationship” and while our country seeks a mutually beneficial relationship, our two nations will disagree on some issues, says Opposition Business Manager Paul Fletcher.
“We want a mutually respectful re…
Displaced Maui residents take refuge at an emergency shelter
The Red Cross based in Wailuku provided aid and relief supplies for those affected by the wildfires in Maui. (August 12) (AP Video: Haven Daley)
Why Meghan and Harry’s Brand Sussex is under threat
They have been on a mission to become Hollywood power players and champions of the oppressed since they dramatically quit royal life for the US, plunging the monarchy into turmoil.
Quirky tours draw visitors in Rome
Millions of visitors have descended on the eternal city as Italy’s tourism industry experiences a post-COVID boom. Now there is a growing business in alternative tours, to satisfy those who do not want to spend their day fighting the throngs at the Vat…
Ecuador gang boss who threatened Villavicencio moved to high-security jail
A week before his murder, Fernando Villavicencio had accused Adolfo Macias of threatening him and his campaign team.
NCAA committee fails to approve deal with Michigan, leaving coach Harbaugh’s status uncertain
It is unclear if a four-game suspension Michigan proposed to settle a case involving recruiting violations by football coach Jim Harbaugh will be accepted by the NCAA Committee on Infractions.