Mainstream R&B music has grown more explicit than in years past, but why? During interviews over several months, The Associated Press asked those who create the music the changes in R&B. (Feb. 2)
Stars come out for Stella
Designer Stella McCartney hosts star-studded party in Los Angeles to celebrate latest collaboration with Adidas. (Feb. 3)
Watch: U.S. Military Tracks Suspected Chinese Spy Balloon
The U.S. tracked what officials described as a Chinese reconnaissance balloon over the continental states this week. Amateur footage showed a large flying object over Montana. Photo: Chase Doak
Offices are more than 50% filled for the first time since the pandemic started
Nearly three years after the pandemic began, American offices are finally more than halfway filled again as workers have gradually returned to the office.
US Raises Pressure on Turkey and UAE to Curb Russia Trade Ties – Bloomberg
US Raises Pressure on Turkey and UAE to Curb Russia Trade Ties BloombergView Full Coverage on Google News
France’s nuclear energy future tabled at Elysée Palace talks
Emmanuel Macron has convened a meeting with his nuclear policy advisors to keep up with the pace of the accelerated revival of the industry, coming one year after the French head of state announced the need for a new direction regarding atomic power i…
Tensions simmer among Palestinian prisoners as Israel cracks down
Prisoner group says deal has been reached after tough measures were imposed amid escalation of violence.
World’s biggest investment fund warns directors to tackle climate crisis or face sack
Norway’s sovereign wealth titan threatens to vote against boards on firms it holds investments with over lax climate and social targetsNorway’s sovereign wealth fund, the world’s single largest investor, has warned company directors it will vote agains…
For all its political bluster, the invasion of Ukraine has shattered Russia’s illusion of invincibility
Ukraine is warning that a major Russian offensive is imminent – and that the next few months will be crucial in deciding the course of the war.