Sunken living rooms: Step down to step up in style
These conversation pits offer closeness, a defined gathering space and a sense of retreat.
Day: September 5, 2025
Ukraine turns to ‘kills for points’ system to motivate drone pilots
A new programme launched by Ukraine’s military is awarding points to pilots who steer drones with controllers, crash into targets and upload recordings of their killings. It’s part of a broader trend in which tech influences how war is raged, with eve…
UK deputy prime minister resigns amid tax scandal
Rayner’s resignation prompts broader cabinet reshuffle, with House of Commons leader and Scotland secretary sacked.
Hundreds of South Koreans are among 475 detained in a Georgia immigration raid
“The business activities of our investors and the rights of our nationals must not be unjustly infringed,” a foreign ministry spokesman said after about 300 South Koreans were detained.
Actor John Alford found guilty of sexually assaulting two teenage girls
Alford was convicted of four counts of sexual activity with a child, sexual assault and assault by penetration relating to the two victims.
Explained: What You Need To Know About France’s Political Crisis
French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou faces a confidence vote on Monday, which he is expected to lose, plunging the euro zone’s second largest economy deeper into political crisis.
IDF blows up a Gaza City high-rise building, says it housed Hamas infrastructure – The Times of Israel
IDF blows up a Gaza City high-rise building, says it housed Hamas infrastructure The Times of IsraelIsrael Steps Up Attacks on Gaza City Ahead of a Planned Wider Offensive The New York TimesHeadlines for September 05, 2025 &n…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams being eyed as Saudi ambassador: Reports
Sources tell US media the move aims to withdraw Adams from mayoral race to strengthen Cuomo and defeat Mamdani.
‘Raised eyebrows’: New Pete Hegseth move said to send ‘chilling message’ to Europe
The Department of Defense sent letters last week to European countries informing them that it will pull military support for nations near the Russian border, including Ukraine.Reuters reported Friday that Section 333 of the U.S. Code permits the Secre…
Long in the shadows, a new generation of songwriters gain recognition and success as artists
A new generation of songwriters are stepping into the spotlight, gaining recognition alongside the artists they write for.