Air Pollution Could Be Contributing to Your Slower Marathon Time
Marathon runners consistently finished slower in cities with higher levels of dangerous particles in the air, researchers found.
Day: November 1, 2025
He Stayed in Belarus for His Imprisoned Wife. Now He’s Locked Up, Too.
Two journalists, both in detention for their work, show how President Aleksandr Lukashenko’s repressive machine grinds on despite warming ties with the U.S.
Bridget Phillipson ‘ready to take on unions’ over year 8 reading tests
Education secretary says mandatory test needed to tackle ‘shocking outcomes’ for many working-class childrenBridget Phillipson has said she is ready to take on the unions in a battle over compulsory reading tests for 13-year-olds and more extracurricul…
Working Past 100? In Japan, Some People Never Quit.
We met five remarkable people who’ve lived for more than a century and have yet to retire. For them, a working life is a richer one.
French PM Lecornu faces new headache after MPs reject tax on ultra rich
France’s Prime Minister Sébastian Lecornu was on Saturday confronting the prospect of more political wrangling after MPs rejected a wealth tax. The decision could bring down his government if a levy on the super-rich is not in the budget.
Tanzania president claims 98% of vote in election tarnished by deadly crackdown
President’s two main rivals were prevented from running in deeply flawed election
Venezuela pursuing military aid from Iran, Russia, China: WaPo
Caracas has requested assistance from Tehran, Moscow and Beijing to strengthen its defenses amid the ongoing standoff with the US, the Washington Post claimed on Friday, citing US government documents.
Spain admits ‘injustice’ in colonization of Mexican natives
The Spanish Foreign Ministry has acknowledged “injustice” in Mexico’s colonization but has stopped short of an apology
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Latest remains returned to Israel from Gaza are not bodies of hostages, an Israeli official says
An Israeli military official says the remains of three people handed over by Hamas to the Red Cross this week do not belong to any of the hostages.
Indian-Origin CEO Faces $500-Million Fraud Allegations. Who Is He?
Indian-origin telecom executive Bankim Brahmbhatt has been accused of masterminding a loan scam that allegedly cost global investment firm BlackRock’s private-credit arm and several other lenders over $500 million.