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George and Amal Clooney attend New York political-comedy reading

George and Amal Clooney attended a performance at New York’s Seaview Studio where the actor took part in a reading of the political comedy Smear!

Thomas Markle released to house arrest after child-abuse-image charge

Thomas Markle Sr, the estranged father of the Duchess of Sussex, has been charged in Florida with one count of possessing child sexual abuse material and released on bond under house arrest.

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Deadly teen knife crisis UK's 'new normal'

Recruited at the age of eight by a drugs gang, Rhys was part of Britain's violent knife crime "crisis" until his best friend was fatally stabbed and died in his arms.

'Nerve-racking': Inside the aerial battle to tame Los Angeles fires

Helicopter pilot Tim Thomas has fought dozens of wildfires all over the world, but nothing prepared him for the scale and the challenge of the devastating blazes that ripped through Los Angeles.

Climate change cooks up Japanese 'cabbage shock'

Japan's much-loved "tonkatsu" pork cutlets come with a mound of freshly shredded cabbage, but a surge in the price of the humble vegetable has prompted chef Katsumi Shinagawa to skimp on servings.

The Now Corporation's (OTC:NWPN) Subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., Targets Southwest Expansion with EV Charging and Community Solar Initiatives

PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 24, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN) is excited to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., is preparing to establish a significant presence in the Southwest, focusing on the New Mexico and Arizona markets. The company plans to collaborate with channel partners to drive the adoption of solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, a pivotal step in its commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable energy solutions.

Indonesia, France to sign deal to transfer Frenchman on death row

Indonesia and France will sign an agreement Friday for the transfer of a Frenchman who has languished on death row since 2007 for alleged drug offences, an Indonesian minister and sources close to the talks told AFP.

Federal judge blocks Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship

A federal judge on Thursday put a temporary block on US President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict birthright citizenship.

'Evil' UK child stabbing spree killer jailed for life

A judge on Thursday jailed for life a British teenager who killed three young girls in a frenzied stabbing spree, as the families wept in court at the horrific details of the "extreme violence" they suffered.

Overnight firefight tames new California blaze

Firefighters who battled through the night to tame a new blaze that erupted near Los Angeles appeared to be making progress on Thursday, even as dangerous fire weather continued throughout Southern California.

Germany knife attack on children reignites pre-vote migrant debate

A deadly knife attack on a kindergarten group in Germany, where an Afghan man was arrested at the scene, reignited a bitter immigration debate Thursday, a month before elections.

'Shattered souls': tears as UK child killer sentenced to life

A judge on Thursday jailed for life a British teenager who killed three young girls in a frenzied stabbing spree, as the families wept in court at horrific details of the "extreme violence" he inflicted on them.

'Shattered souls': tears as horror of stabbing spree retold at UK court

The families of children killed and wounded by a teenager in a UK knife rampage wept in court Thursday as they relived the chilling details of a frenzied attack on a girls' dance class.

Hibatullah Akhundzada: Afghanistan's reclusive Taliban leader

Secluded in his stronghold in southern Afghanistan, reclusive Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada is the cornerstone of the movement that has ruled the country unchallenged since reclaiming power in 2021, strictly enforcing Islamic law.

Spain govt to cover full cost of repairing flood-damaged buildings

Spain's central government will cover the full cost of rebuilding schools, libraries and other municipal buildings damaged in last year's deadly floods, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Thursday.

Tears, gasps as UK court hears horrific details of stabbing spree

The families of children killed and wounded by a teenager in a knife rampage that sparked the country's worst riots in years wept in court Thursday as prosecutors described the frenzied attack.

S.African anti-apartheid activists sue govt over lack of justice

Twenty-five families of victims and survivors of apartheid-era crimes are suing the South African government over a "gross failure" to investigate and prosecute perpetrators, said the rights group representing victims on Thursday.

Cocaine seizures in Rotterdam down sharply

Europe's largest port Rotterdam saw a significant decrease in cocaine smuggled through its gates last year, Dutch law authorities said Thursday, citing increased security measures and stronger international cooperation.

UK child killer ordered out of stabbing spree sentencing

A UK teenager who murdered three young girls in a stabbing spree last year that sparked the country's worst riots in over a decade was Thursday ordered out of court by a judge for disrupting the start of his sentencing.

Negligence played key role in Turkey ski resort deaths: expert

Negligence played a role in the deaths of 78 people who perished when a huge fire gutted a luxury ski resort hotel in northern Turkey this week, an expert has told AFP.

J-pop star Nakai to retire after sex misconduct allegations: media

One of Japan's biggest pop stars and best-known TV hosts, Masahiro Nakai, announced his retirement Thursday over sexual misconduct allegations, reports said, in the latest scandal to rock Japan's entertainment industry.

S. Korea investigators recommend Yoon be charged with insurrection, abuse of power

South Korean investigators recommended Thursday that impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol be charged with insurrection and abuse of power, as they handed over the results of their probe into his ill-fated declaration of martial law to prosecutors.

Axel Rudakubana: troubled teen whose knife rampage shocked Britain

Once an unassuming schoolboy who attended a UK drama club, teenager Axel Rudakubana retreated into his own world over the years, searching for increasingly violent images online.

UK teen faces sentencing over murders that sparked riots

A UK judge is due on Thursday to sentence a teenager who brutally murdered three young girls in a stabbing spree last year that sparked the country's worst riots in over a decade.

Mass evacuations after explosive new fire erupts near Los Angeles

A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes, in a region already on edge after two deadly blazes.

The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) In Conjunction With Subsidiary Green Rain Solar Inc., Launch a Visionary Video Showcasing Solar Energy Solutions

PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 23, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN) and its subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., are proud to unveil an inspiring video that highlights their mission to revolutionize urban solar energy solutions. The video, available on YouTube, provides an engaging glimpse into how Green Rain Solar Inc. is transforming rooftops into sustainable energy hubs that seamlessly integrate with the grid.

New explosive wildfire erupts near Los Angeles

A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and sparking thousands of evacuation orders in a region already staggering from the effects of huge blazes.

Musk seeks Trump pardon for 'Bitcoin Jesus,' charged with fraud

Elon Musk said Tuesday he was exploring a presidential pardon for "Bitcoin Jesus," who was arrested last year on fraud and tax evasion charges, after applauding Donald Trump for exonerating the founder of a dark web drug marketplace.

Knife attacker in Germany kills two, including child

A knife attacker in Germany killed a two-year-old child and a man and seriously wounded two other people on Wednesday, said police, who arrested an Afghan suspect at the scene.

Simmering anger as Turkey buries ski hotel fire victims

Anger was growing in Turkey on Thursday as allegations piled up that negligence played a role in the deaths of 76 people who perished when a huge fire swept through a luxury ski resort hotel in northern Turkey.

'She jumped out and died': witnesses recall hell of Turkey hotel fire

As soon as he escaped the burning ski resort hotel, Necmi Kepcetutan knew he had to help those still trapped inside who were screaming for help, including several of his young students.

Simmering anger as Turkey begins burying 76 fire victims

Turkey was preparing to bury its dead Wednesday a day after a huge fire killed 76 people at a ski resort hotel, as questions grew over safety measures at the luxury establishment.

Indonesia rescuers search for survivors as landslide kills 19

Hundreds of rescuers were searching through thick mud and debris to find survivors Wednesday after a rain-triggered landslide in Indonesia killed at least 19 people and left seven missing.

Indonesia rescuers search for survivors as landslide kills at least 17

Hundreds of rescuers were searching through thick mud and debris to find survivors Wednesday after a rain-triggered landslide in Indonesia killed at least 17 people and left nine missing.

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