Cuba: Between charcoal and solar panels
Millions of Cubans have grown accustomed to living without electricity for long periods of time., Several kilometres away, along Havana’s iconic Malecón waterfront, a different reality is taking shape. Under the midday heat, workers move large photovoltaic panels across the roof of the Fuego Lento restaurant overlooking the sea. SeveralContinue Reading
Rhiannon Giddens on Pulitzer-Winning Opera “Omar” About Enslaved Muslim Scholar Omar ibn Said
As part of our Juneteenth special broadcast, we feature our interview with pioneering musical artist Rhiannon Giddens, who won a Pulitzer Prize for her opera Omar, about Omar ibn Said, a Muslim scholar in Africa who was sold into slavery in the 1800s., This is a rush transcript. Copy mayContinue Reading
Aircraft Carrying Swift Boost Satellite Takes off From NASA Wallops
Northrop Grumman’s Stargazer took off Thursday, June 18, 2026, from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. The modified L-1011 aircraft carried the company’s Pegasus XL rocket hosting LINK, a robotic servicing spacecraft from Katalyst Space. LINK will launch from the air-deployed Pegasus XL later this month on a mission toContinue Reading
Mamdani boosts congressional slate ahead of primary election
Joined by Sen. Bernie Sanders, the New York City mayor predicted his endorsed picks are the future of the Democratic Party…Continue Reading
General Assembly backs historic World Court climate crisis ruling
A landmark General Assembly resolution adopted on Wednesday is “a powerful affirmation” of international law, climate justice and science, according to UN chief António Guterres.Continue Reading
What has Brexit cost Britain?
Believe it or not, the Brexit referendum was ten years ago. Supporters of the UK staying in the EU said at the time that leaving would make the UK poorer, so were they right? Elena Casas takes a look. #brexit #UKpolitics #keirstarmer #nigelfarage #economyContinue Reading
Fave Five: College-Set YA with Queer Black MCs
Let’s Talk About Love by Claire Kann The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta By Any Means Necessary by Cam Montgomery Every Body Looking by Candice Iloh Time Tripping Over You by Brennon Lane, Read MoreContinue Reading
Could AI renew your prescription? Utah launches pilot program
Supporters say the technology could speed up access to medications. But doctors warn even routine refills can uncover health issues., Supporters say the technology could speed up access to medications. But doctors warn even routine refills can uncover health issues., from Newsnation Read MoreContinue Reading
World Cup ticket buyers are left stranded as resale purchases fall through
ATLANTA (AP) — Bina Ramroop broke down in tears when she realized she wasn’t going to get the World Cup tickets she had bought for her grandson’s 13th birthday. As thousands poured into Atlanta Stadium on Monday to see Spain face Cape Verde in what turned out to be aContinue Reading
British lawyers’ body suspends ICC Prosecutor Khan over misconduct claim
Khan is the subject of multiple investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct at the international court., Khan is the subject of multiple investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct at the ICC. Britain’s independent watchdog for lawyers has suspended the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan. In a statement issuedContinue Reading
Chile’s Palestinians push back against Israel policy shift
Chile’s Palestinians push back against Israel policy shift, Chile’s Palestinians push back against Israel policy shift NewsFeed After years of strong support for Palestine under former President Gabriel Boric, Chile’s new president is strengthening relations with Israel. Published On 19 Jun 2026,2026-06-19 12:58:00,Read MoreContinue Reading
This giant tropical fruit could help reverse gum disease damage
A new biomaterial made from jackfruit latex, pomegranate peel, and simvastatin could transform the treatment of severe gum disease. Early tests suggest it not only combats infection and inflammation but may also help rebuild lost bone and tissue around teeth., Read MoreContinue Reading
From battlefield trophy to allied blueprint: Ukraine opens its Russian arsenal
Ukraine has opened its captured Russian weapons to allied governments and defense firms through a new online platform, Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said. The system turns seized missiles, drones, and vehicles into shared technical intelligence for partner governments, labs, and arms makers. Kyiv presents it as a way to build countermeasuresContinue Reading