Scientists measure exact speed of human thought and the results are surprising … from the Independent Vishwam Sankaran
Brain processes signals from sensory organs at only about 10 bits per second, researchers say Read More
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Former Israeli spies describe attack using exploding electronic devices against Hezbollah … from the Independent Darlene Superville
Two recently retired senior Israeli intelligence agents are sharing details about a deadly clandestine operation that targeted Hezbollah militants in Lebanon and Syria with exploding…
It’s the holidays in Zimbabwe. Time to celebrate by unveiling a family tombstone … from the Independent Farai Mutsaka
Some of the most festive times of Zimbabwe’s holiday season occur around the unveiling of tombstones for late relatives Read More
Panama president slams back at Trump’s takeover threat: Canal belongs to Panama, ‘not negotiable’ … from the Independent Mary Papenfuss
Trump also calls American ‘ownership’ of Greenland ‘absolute necessity’ for ‘security’ Read More
A board game born in Mexican prisons is bringing together people from all walks of life … from the Independent Caterina Morbiato
A board game with ancient roots that established a foothold nearly a century ago in Mexican prisons is spreading in popularity outside the walls and…
Chris Christie says Trump will dump Elon Musk when he needs a scapegoat … from the Independent Mary Papenfuss
Musk will ‘become the person to blame’ by Trump when something goes wrong, predicts the former New Jersey governor Read More
Blake Lively sues It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment … from the Independent Lydia Spencer-Elliott
Baldoni’s lawyer called the allegations ‘false, outrageous and intentionally salacious’ Read More
A Holy Year is about to start in Rome. Here’s what you need to know … from the Independent Nicole Winfield
Pope Francis is formally inaugurating the 2025 Holy Year, reviving an ancient church tradition encouraging the faithful to make pilgrimages to Rome, amid new security…
Nebraska governor hospitalized after he is bucked off a horse … from the Independent Via AP news wire
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen was injured after being bucked off a horse and is expected to be hospitalized for several days Read More
Trauma lingers on for survivors of the deadly tsunami that hit Thailand 20 years ago … from the Independent Jintamas Saksornchai
Trauma still lingers on for survivors of the deadly tsunami that hit Thailand 20 years ago Read More
Jayden Daniels throws for 5 TDs as the Commanders end the Eagles’ winning streak at 10 … from the Independent Stephen Whyno
Jayden Daniels threw his fifth touchdown pass of the game with 6 seconds left to give the Washington Commanders a 36-33 victory over the Philadelphia…
Santa braves the sticky heat of the Amazon jungle to bring gifts to children in remote village … from the Independent Fernando Crispim
Santa Claus has braved the sticky heat of the Amazon rainforest this weekend, taking two boats to bring gifts to the children of a small…
Matt Gaetz considering running for Marco Rubio’s Senate seat … from the Independent Kelly Rissman
The former Florida congressman bared his plans in a speech to a conservative Phoenix crowd as the release of the House Ethics Committee investigation report…
Cynical scammers set to strike during Christmas week, Santander UK warns … from the Independent Vicky Shaw
Nearly £2 million was reported lost by the bank’s customers to authorised push payment scams between Christmas Day last year and New Year’s Day. Read More