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Ex-prisoners back in Syria's cells 'of despair'
This time he was there by choice. Mohammed Darwish was back in a jail that was run by Syria's feared intelligence services -- and Bashar al-Assad was no longer president.
Brazil ex-defense minister arrested in coup plot investigation
Brazilian authorities on Saturday arrested General Walter Braga Netto, a former defense minister and close ally of ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, on suspicion of obstructing an investigation into an alleged 2022 coup attempt, a police source told AFP.
World falls short of drought deal at Saudi-hosted talks
Negotiators failed to produce an agreement on how to respond to drought at Saudi-hosted UN talks, participants said on Saturday, falling short of a hoped-for binding protocol addressing the scourge.
Yoon fans steadfast as S. Korean leader faces impeachment
Supporters of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol shared dark conspiracy theories and braved freezing weather in downtown Seoul on Saturday ahead of an impeachment vote that could remove their leader from office.
New York doctor sued for mailing abortion pills to Texas woman
The Republican attorney general of Texas has filed a lawsuit against a New York doctor who mailed abortion pills to a woman in the southern state.
French court jails 3 rugby players for 12 to 14 years over gang rape
A French court Friday jailed three rugby players formerly with French side Grenoble for 12 to 14 years over the 2017 gang rape of a student after a drunken night out.
UK's Royal Mail hit with fine by regulator over delivery delays
UK postal operator Royal Mail has been fined £10.5 million ($13.3 million) for delays in delivering mail for the 2023/2024 financial year, Britain's communications regulator Ofcom said Friday.
'Astro Bot' wins highest award at Oscars of video games
Video game "Astro Bot" -- a family-friendly sci-fi adventure -- was named 2024's Game of the Year on Thursday at the annual awards considered the Oscars of the digital entertainment industry.
Filipina on Indonesia death row says planned transfer 'miracle'
A Filipina drug convict on death row in Indonesia told AFP from prison Friday that her planned transfer was a "miracle", in her first interview since Manila and Jakarta signed an agreement last week to repatriate her.
China jails former Premier League star Li Tie 20 years for corruption
China on Friday jailed former Premier League star and men's national coach Li Tie for 20 years for bribery, snaring one of the country's greatest football figures in a sweeping government crackdown on corruption in sport.
Former China men's football coach jailed 20 years for corruption
Former China men's national football team coach Li Tie has been jailed for 20 years, state media reported Friday, following a lengthy trial on corruption charges.
G7 to meet on Syria, govt pledges 'rule of law'
G7 leaders will meet virtually Friday to discuss the momentous changes underway in Syria, where the interim government has vowed to institute the "rule of law" after years of abuses under ousted president Bashar al-Assad.
'Part of Bogota's soul': how Colombia fired up the car-free movement
Fifty years ago, a 28-year-old Colombian with a bushy beard, flares and vintage Raleigh bicycle led a revolution on the streets of Bogota.
Nerds or crooks? 3D gun makers in spotlight after US executive murder
Gun rights activist Rob Pincus was worried when he heard a 3D-printed "ghost gun" was found on the alleged shooter in last week's notorious murder of a US health executive in New York.
Ladenburg Thalmann to Host Scientific Showcase December 18, 2024 About Rare Disease Clinical Development Efforts for Jaguar Health's Crofelemer
Crofelemer is the subject of five clinical efforts - three proof-of-concept investigator-initiated trials (IIT) and two Phase 2 studies - for the rare disease indications of microvillus inclusion disease (MVID) and/or short bowel syndrome with intestinal failure (SBS-IF) in the US, EU, and/or Middle East/North Africa regions; availability of IIT proof-of-concept results potentially in Q2 2025Virtual event 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EasternRegistration open now for financial and business community; Click here to registerMassimo Radaelli, PhD, CEO of the rare disease-focused Jaguar family company Napo Therapeutics and President of Jaguar International, named ‘Best CEO BioPharmaceuticals of the Year'
New to The Street Show 616 Premieres Saturday on Bloomberg Television at 6:30 PM EST, Featuring HPB High Performance Battery AG With CEO Sebastian Heinz
Also featured are Banzai,PillSafe and The Sustainable Green Team
IAVI and IPD Sign Agreement Formalizing Collaboration to Advance Vaccine Development, Manufacturing, and Access in Africa
Agreement signed to establish collaboration between IAVI and IPDNew partnership aims to accelerate vaccine development and manufacturing for priority pathogens that disproportionately impact AfricaAligns with Africa’s regional vaccine manufacturing agenda and global priorities for pandemic preparedness
1933 Industries Provides Update on Status of Filing Delay for 4th Quarterly Report
1933 Industries Inc. (the "Company" or "1933 Industries") (CSE:TGIF)(OTC PINK:TGIFF), a Nevada-focused cannabis cultivator and producer, is pleased to provide an update to its news release dated November 29, 2024 (the "Announcement") announcing its request for a management cease trade order (the "MCTO") relating to the late filing of the Company's audited financial statements, management discussion & analysis and applicable CEO and CFO certifications for the year ended July 31, 2024 (the "Audited Filings").
LQR House Inc. Announces Change of Ticker Symbol From "LQR" to "YHC" Effective December 16, 2024
LQR House Inc. (the "Company" or "LQR House") (NASDAQ:LQR), a niche e-commerce platform specializing in the spirits and beverage industry, today announced that its shares of common stock will begin trading under the new ticker symbol "YHC" on the Nasdaq Capital Market prior to the market open on December 16, 2024. This change marks a strategic evolution for the Company, replacing the current ticker symbol "LQR" used since the Company's initial public offering in 2023.
Syria's rebel victors expose ousted government's drug trade
The dramatic collapse of Bashar al-Assad's Syrian regime has thrown light into the dark corners of his rule, including the industrial-scale export of the banned drug captagon.
Prison will not silence me, Iran's Mohammadi says
Narges Mohammadi, the Iranian 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate on temporary medical leave from prison, said in a video call released Thursday that she would never let prison silence her.
UN investigators say 4,000 Syrian rights abusers identified
UN investigators say they have compiled secret lists of 4,000 perpetrators of serious crimes in Syria and hope the fall of Bashar al-Assad will help ensure accountability up to the highest level.
Syria govt pledges 'rule of law' after Assad's overthrow
Syria's interim government vowed on Thursday to institute the "rule of law" after years of abuses under ousted president Bashar al-Assad, as G7 powers pushed for an inclusive transition.
Fourth suspect held in deadly Dutch building collapse
Dutch police said Thursday that they had arrested a fourth suspect in connection with the deadly explosion that flattened an apartment block in The Hague, killing at least six people.
Sweden ends rape investigation allegedly targeting Kylian Mbappe
An investigation into alleged rape and sexual assault in Stockholm which Swedish media said targeted Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been closed due to insufficient evidence, the Swedish prosecutor said Thursday.
Sweden ends rape inquiry allegedly targeting Kylian Mbappe
An investigation into alleged rape and sexual assault in Stockholm which Swedish media said targeted Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been closed due to insufficient evidence, the Swedish prosecutor said Thursday.
Vulnerable Afghans struggle as Taliban rebuild Kabul roads
Mohammed Naeem knew the Kabul street where he and his brothers built matching apartment buildings was too narrow, but he was still in disbelief as their homes were reduced to rubble to widen the road.
Pope to champion popular Catholic traditions in Corsica
Pope Francis travels to the French island of Corsica Sunday to visit the small Catholic community, just days after having skipped the reopening ceremony for Notre Dame cathedral.
‘Confessions Of A CEO,’ Featuring RFK Jr., Hits Theaters In January
Deepak Chopra, Blue Zones' Dan Buettner, Tom Gegax Sound Populist Alarm
Significant Positive Results with Jaguar Health's Crofelemer for Cancer Therapy-Related Diarrhea (CTD) in Breast Cancer Patients Presented at San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS)
Adult patients with breast cancer are a prespecified subgroup of the recently conducted phase 3 OnTarget trial evaluating crofelemer for prophylaxis of CTDThe majority of patients in the OnTarget placebo group on abemaciclib and pertuzumab-based therapies required dose reduction or elimination
Telomir Pharmaceuticals Raises $1 Million at $7 per Share in a No-Warrant, Restricted Common Stock Deal, Representing a 20% Premium to Closing Price
Transaction follows a $5 million non-dilutive credit line from the same trusted partner, further reinforcing Telomir's financial strength and growth potential.
Interactive Strength Inc. (Nasdaq:TRNR) Signs Exclusive Letter of Intent to Acquire Scaled and Profitable, Connected-Fitness Equipment Business
Exclusive Non-Binding Letter of Intent signed with Target that has more than $40 million in revenue and positive EBITDA in 100% equity consideration transactionAcquisition is expected to be TRNR's second transaction within 12 MonthsAdvances strategy of using public listing to make accretive acquisitions of profitable and high-growth businesses in the highly fragmented health & wellness market globallyTarget's complementary product and customer footprint Expands TRNR's range of equipment and brands