UN expert on freedom of expression urges end to Julian Assange’s prosecution over press freedom concerns
A United Nations expert on freedom of expression called on the U.S. government to drop the charges against WikiLeaks founder...
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New ravenmaster at Tower of London has most important job in England, according to legend
If an ancient prophecy is right, Michael "Barney" Chandler has just got the most important job in England.The 56-year-old former...
Let’s Talk About Magic Dick Theory in ‘Dune’
Ringer illustration If you look deep enough, much of traditional fantasy and science fiction boils down to the theory. Including...
‘Clerks’ and the ’90s Indie Film Big Bang, Through the Eyes of The Village Voice
Ringer illustration An excerpt from Tricia Romano’s oral history of the famed alt-weekly, ‘The Freaks Came Out to Write,’ featuring...
Colombia to send deep-water expedition to explore 300-year-old shipwreck thought to hold treasure
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombia’s government on Friday announced plans for a deep-water expedition to explore the mythical galleon San...
Brazilian foreign minister calls for UN reform at G20 kickoff
Brazil’s foreign minister called for reforms of the United Nations and other multilateral institutions Wednesday while criticizing their inability to...
UK High Court hears arguments in Assange’s US extradition case without him present due to health reasons
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's hearing at the British High Court in London for his possible final appeal challenging his extradition...
European Parliament urges UK to release Assange as possible final appeal challenging US extradition begins
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's possible final hearing challenging his extradition to the U.S. to face charges for publishing classified U.S....
Argentina’s poverty level rises to 57.4%, marking 20-year high
Argentina’s poverty level rose to 57.4% last month, reaching the highest percentage in at least 20 years, according to a...
WHO chief’s dire warning: Disease X outbreak ‘a matter of when, not if’
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus has issued a new warning about the likelihood of Disease X breaking out,...
Zimbabwe VP says government will block LGBTQ scholarship initiative
Zimbabwe’s powerful vice president said the government will block a university scholarship for young LGBTQ+ people, a move that human...
UNRWA investigation: History shows United Nations incapable of investigating itself, experts say
JERUSALEM — The United Nations' plan to investigate 12 United Nations Relief and Works Agency workers for participating in the...
The Most Fun Prop Bets to Make for Super Bowl LVIII
Getty Images/Ringer illustration How should you approach the biggest betting day of the year? We have you covered. Here’s your...
Former British soldier to be prosecuted in 1972 ‘Troubles’ killing in Northern Ireland
A former British soldier will be prosecuted for the killing of a man in Belfast during sectarian violence known as...
Medals for the 2024 Paris Olympics are made from Eiffel Tower pieces
An Olympic medal inlaid with a piece of the Eiffel Tower. How’s that for a monumental prize?A hexagonal, polished chunk...
