Explore the shocking and unusual customs of dictators, from Gaddafi's female bodyguards to bizarre practices like tracking women's menstrual cycles and executing intellectuals. Read more...

Czech Republic grapples with lingering COVID distrust exploited by politicians, while widespread inspections of breeding facilities are launched due to animal abuse concerns. Hospital head arrested after 25 years. Read more...

Tech billionaires are investing heavily in longevity research. Plus, a look at Kyndryl's prospects and Jaguar's i-Pace battery woes impacting used car prices. Read more...

Workshops address youth mental health in Gdańsk, while a desperate search continues for Marlena Suchodolska, missing since Valentine's Day. Read more...

This article explores two pressing issues: the questioning of continuous progress in a world facing uncertainty, and the struggle to preserve the Garifuna language in Guatemala. Read more...

IFP Advisors Inc. increased its holdings in Universal Health Services by 28.2% in Q4. Is it still a good time to invest in Energy Transfer after its recent surge? Read more...

Data from De Lijn in Antwerp shows buses and trams carrying twice as many passengers as scanned tickets indicate. Brussels is also considering easing green agenda rules for companies. Read more...

A Haitian athlete competes in two different World Championships, while Liverpool Women part ways with their manager, Matt Beard, after nearly four years. Read more...

A businesswoman claims to have delivered €90,000 to PSOE headquarters, while Ábalos' ex-partner admits to never working at companies that hired her, adding fuel to the ongoing investigation. Read more...

This article covers three diverse topics: a hearty greens and barley broth recipe, a man's survival after a truck crash, and a review of the best pillows for every sleeper. Read more...

A Philippine jet is missing while fighting insurgents, two witnesses await clearance in Najib's case, and a former officer remains jailed. Read more...

A collection of news snippets covering topics from secondary school admissions and journalist conversations to spiritual empowerment and modern parenting approaches. Read more...

The latest health headlines cover creatine for muscle loss, rising cataract cases highlighted by Goldie Hawn, and a plastic surgeon facing trial after a nose surgery gone wrong. Read more...

From Cologne's queer triumvirate to Rio's King Momo, Carnival season is in full swing, celebrating diversity and festivities around the world. Read more...

This article examines the contrasting situations in Palmyra, hoping for a tourism revival after ISIS, and Manbij, plagued by electricity shortages and terrorist attacks amidst ongoing conflict. Read more...

This week's news covers surging fraud in Singapore, debates around hate speech bans, and a coordinated disinformation campaign against sex education. Read more...

Amazon unveils its Ocelot quantum chip and a smarter, subscription-based Alexa. Get ready for a leap in quantum computing and AI assistance, but with a price tag. Read more...

A look at the complexities of modern politics, from the limitations of facts to the role of faith and the enduring impact of historical legacies. Read more...

From a legendary Slovak shopkeeper reciting poetry to a British money expert offering energy-saving tips, two stories highlight creative approaches to business and customer interaction. Read more...

This article covers diverse topics: a tip on freezing coconut milk, a blacksmith's view on his craft, a tragic incident in Lewisham, and a family's search for answers in Benidorm. Read more...