World News Digest
Two killed, 350,000 urged to flee as Typhoon Nangka lashes Japan
Two people were killed making preparations for a strong tropical storm that swept across western Japan on Friday and left more than 30 injured.
We’re in really hot water now, annual check-up on Earth’s climate reveals
The world is in increasingly hot and rising water, scientists say in their annual, detailed physical of Earth’s climate.
Emmy nominations set up the possibility of a history-making win
The TV academy took a modest step toward recognizing TV’s increasing embrace of diverse TV talent, giving best actress nods to black stars Taraji...
Woods 11 shots and 15 years off the pace
At the venue where he stamped his greatness on the sport with the lowest score to par in major golf history, Tiger Woods trudged off the 18th at St.
Annual checkup of Earth’s climate says we’re in hotter water
In their annual, detailed physical of Earth’s climate, scientists say the world is in increasingly hot and rising water.
Japan’s lower house of parliament OKs expanded military role
As opposition lawmakers walked out in protest, Japan’s lower house of parliament approved legislation on Thursday that sharply changes the country’s...
Putin says MH17 tribunal would be counterproductive
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that establishing an international tribunal to prosecute those behind the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight...
How Reddit’s new CEO wants to end the forum’s ‘dark side’
Reddit’s returning CEO Steve Huffman took to the site Thursday to propose a new set of content guidelines that is meant to curb harassment, and in...
Greek banks to reopen Monday with restrictions
Greece’s government says the country’s banks will reopen Monday after being closed for three weeks but cautioned that restrictions on withdrawals...
Egyptian navy vessel targeted by militants off Sinai’s coast
An Egyptian navy vessel was targeted on Thursday by militants affiliated with the Islamic State group, who claimed they destroyed it with a rocket while...
‘Get rid of junk day’: Amazon under fire for Prime Day 'car boot sale’
It was hyped as a sale that would put Black Friday bargains in the shade. But Amazon’s 'Prime Day’ sale - exclusively for subscribers...
Spectre of drugs cheat Lance Armstrong returns to haunt Le Tour
Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong has made a low-key return to the Tour de France roads.
Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush hospitalized after fall
George H.W. Bush, the oldest living former U.S. president, is doing OK after he fell at his summer home on Wednesday and broke a bone in his neck.
Doggone: Johnny Depp’s wife is charged with smuggling pet terriers
Johnny Depp’s wife, Amber Heard, has been charged with illegally bringing the couple’s dogs to Australia — an incident which captured...
First FIFA official extradited to U.S. in $100m bribery investigation
One of the seven FIFA officials arrested over corruption allegations has been extradited to the U.S., say Swiss authorities.
Japan poised to send troops abroad for first time since WWII
Controversial security bills that opponents say will undermine 70 years of pacifism and could see Japanese troops fighting abroad for the first time since...
No. 41: Former President Bush hospitalized after fall
George H.W. Bush, the oldest living former U.S. president, is doing OK after the 41st president fell at his summer home on Wednesday and broke a bone in...
China cremates prominent Tibetan monk against family’s wishes
Chinese authorities cremated the body of a prominent Tibetan monk on Thursday, his sister said, denying family members custody of his remains amid suspicions...
Former U.S President George H.W Bush, breaks bone in neck during fall
George H.W. Bush, the oldest living former U.S. president, fell at his summer home on Wednesday and broke a bone in his neck but was doing OK, a spokesman...
Johnny Depp’s wife is charged with smuggling pet Yorkshire terriers
Johnny Depp’s wife, Amber Heard, has been charged with illegally bringing the couple’s dogs to Australia — an incident which captured...
Alaska Boy Scout rescued after massive boulder pins his legs
A team of Alaska medics and firefighters rescued a Boy Scout whose legs had been pinned under a 3,000-pound (1,361-kg) boulder that rolled onto him at...
Clashes in Athens as lawmakers debate contentious austerity bill
Rioters hurled petrol bombs at police who responded with tear gas as an anti-austerity demonstration outside parliament turned violent Wednesday, while...
Aunt is locked in a wardrobe as armed raiders target Chris Brown’s home
Three armed men in masks have forced their way into a Los Angeles home owned by Chris Brown, locking the singer’s aunt in a closet and ransacking...
Anger as Greek MPs debate cutbacks… after IMF warns bailout deal will fail
Angry scenes erupted in the Greek parliament as MPs began debating measures aimed at saving their economy – hours after financial analysts cast doubt...
The $2bn bicycle helmet: Olympic stadium ‘will be the most expensive built so far’
When the dust settles on the marquee venue for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, it could well be the most expensive sports stadium in the world.
Anguish of rock star Nick Cave after teenage son is killed in 60ft fall from cliff
Musician Nick Cave’s 15-year-old son Arthur has died after falling from a cliff.
$9bn Donald Trump ready to reveal just how stinking rich he thinks he is
He may not be able to afford a decent haircut but Donald Trump is about to remind everyone how super fabulously wealthy he is.
How the leopard changed its spots: It’s all down to a simple camera trick
A simple camera trick has helped scientists illuminate the usually undetectable spots on black leopards – and it will help them keep the species...
He must be happy: Pharrell Williams wins back $2m in Blurred Lines case
A judge has trimmed more than $2m dollars from the copyright damages owed by Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams over their hit Blurred Lines.
Prius goes before a fall: 625,000 ‘stopping fault’ hybrid cars recalled
Toyota on Wednesday recalled 625,000 hybrid vehicles globally, mostly the Prius model favoured by the eco-conscious including Hollywood celebrities, over...
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