Duterte clan rallies as ex-Philippine leader marks 80th in jail
MANILA, Philippines — Family and supporters of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte will rally Friday to mark his 80th birthday and protest his detention in The Hague on a charge of crimes against humanity. Duterte could spend the remainder of his life in jail if convicted at the International Criminal Court (ICC) of the charge…
Delhi HC slams ‘unfair’ service charges levied by restaurants; ‘Can’t be mandatory,’ says the Court
The Delhi High Court has upheld the Central Consumer Protection Authority’s guidelines prohibiting hotels and restaurants from automatically imposing service charges. This ruling aims to protect consumer rights and promote fair trade practices in the hospitality industry…
Fancy humanoid robot no longer walks like it urgently needs a toilet
Years’ of training in simulation helped the Figure bipedal robot walk more like a real human. The post Fancy humanoid robot no longer walks like it urgently needs a toilet appeared first on Popular Science…
12 Stories That Prove Kindness Can Turn Shadows Into Light
Even a small, thoughtful action can brighten someone’s darkest day, offering a powerful reminder that kindness is alive and well. In this compilation, you’ll find real stories of people who received unexpected support from strangers or acquaintances right when they needed it most. These genuine moments reveal how deeply a simple act can resonate—and may just restore your faith in humanity…
DRC: UN agencies warn of escalating food crisis due to conflict and price hike
Escalating conflict and the loss of livelihoods continue to drive families deeper into desperation. Surging inflation, disrupted markets and limited humanitarian access are making it even harder for families to access food…Think Yoruba First urges rejection of proposed bill on indigenous rights
The Think Yoruba First Organisation has urged the National Assembly (NASS) to reject the proposed federal bill that seeks to grant indigenous rights to Nigerians based on residency or marriage. According to the organisation, the bill, which was proposed by a member of the House of Representatives (HoR…
10 High-Tech Projects Made Possible Only by Global Partnerships
In an increasingly interconnected world, many of humanity’s greatest technological achievements didn’t come from a single nation—they came from global collaboration. Whether the goal was to explore space, contain disaster, or decode the building blocks of life, these projects demonstrate that when countries pool their resources…
Massive job cuts and reforms planned for US health agencies
A view of the US Department of Health and Human Services building, after it was reported that the HHS cuts about 10,000 full-time jobs and closes half of its regional offices, a major overhaul of the department under Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, in Washington…
What are your rights at work once you go on maternity leave?
Women in Ireland enjoy a range of rights when they take time off to look after a new born baby. …