Over 1,000 death-row inmates at Iran's Ghezel Hesar Prison enter their third week of hunger strike against executions, with some sewing their lips shut in protest of unfulfilled promises.
Portugal faces a nationwide general strike paralyzing transportation, schools, and flights as workers protest labor reforms they claim will weaken employment protections and worker rights.
The Vegas Golden Knights rallied to defeat the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, with Tomas Hertl playing a key role in the comeback victory.
Drake London agreed to a four-year, $141 million deal with the Falcons, becoming the NFL's third-highest-paid receiver at $35.25M annually, with $100M guaranteed.
Carolina Hurricanes scored twice in the first period, including on their opening shot, to take early control of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final against Vegas Golden Knights.
Brazil's Senate approved a legislative decree annulling a child protection resolution on legal abortion access for minors who are sexual violence victims, moving toward promulgation despite human rights concerns.
England cricket captain Heather Knight returned to form with a decisive 70-run innings in a T20 series win over India, securing her place in the upcoming World Cup squad despite earlier concerns about her strike rate.
A British couple jailed in Iran on espionage charges have lost their appeal against a 10-year sentence and are now on hunger strike in Tehran's Evin prison, with their family expressing grave concerns about their health and safety.
Destiny 2 players are attempting to break playercount records during the game's final content update on June 9 as a message to Sony, while a Destiny 3 petition gains momentum.
1,000 American Axle workers struck Monday, part of broader auto parts worker revolt against decades of UAW-backed wage cuts. Workers earning $22/hour seek parity with Big Three workers making up to $39/hour.
A general strike in Portugal against labor reforms has forced airlines to cancel flights between Brazil and Portugal, disrupting hundreds of flights and impacting public transportation.
A general strike in Portugal over labor reform has forced airlines to cancel flights between Brazil and Portugal, affecting hundreds of passengers and disrupting transport infrastructure.
A hackathon analyzing identical neurophysiology datasets revealed that 18 teams of skilled neuroscientists produced vastly different results despite using defensible methods, exposing fundamental disagreement in how core concepts are defined and measured.
World Bank's $50M ASCENT initiative aims to bring electricity to nearly 147,000 Lesotho residents through grid expansion and off-grid solar, addressing energy poverty in rural and mountainous regions.
A humpback whale that became stranded in the Baltic Sea and died despite rescue efforts has been towed ashore in Denmark for post-mortem examination. Authorities plan to dispose of the decomposing carcass in pieces due to explosion risk.
Escola 42 becomes latest signatory of Portuguese Diversity Charter, formalizing commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities across education and technology sectors.
Epidemiologist Tim Spector advocates for mixed nuts as beneficial for brain and gut health, emphasizing dietary diversity over single foods. The shift reflects evolving nutritional science moving away from past fat-phobic views.
Peru's Culture Ministry faces discrimination charges after blocking a book presentation on migrant women's abuse, allegedly due to a progressive parliamentarian's participation in the event.
A nine-day hunger strike at New Jersey's Delaney Hall ICE facility has sparked confrontations between protesters and Trump supporters, prompting a mandatory curfew and heavy police response from local authorities.
Brazil's health regulator Anvisa has cleared Ypê to resume production, though products manufactured until March remain suspended pending safety analysis.
Ousted Turkish opposition leader Kılıçdaroğlu drew tens of thousands to an Ankara rally, signaling continued resistance to President Erdoğan's government despite recent electoral setbacks.
Major corporations are withdrawing Pride event sponsorships as public support for LGBTQ+ causes becomes politically risky, threatening the financial viability of celebrations.
Expedia data reveals a 25% year-on-year jump in seven to 13-day booking window searches across APAC in early 2026, signaling travelers are increasingly booking closer to departure dates driven by pricing, events, and flexibility.
US military conducted a third strike this week on a suspected drug boat in the Pacific, killing three men and bringing total deaths to 202. The campaign lacks definitive evidence of trafficking, prompting human rights concerns.
A Fort Worth fire station took in a dog named Jake left by a homeless man, then helped the owner secure housing and support services with plans to reunite them.
