LARNACA, Cyprus (AP) Photis Gaitanos rough fingers adroitly untangle the venomous spikes of a lionfish from a net, throwing the exotic-looking creature into an ice-filled rubber bin along with other … [read more]
Cypriot fishermen battle invasive lionfish and turn them into a tavern delicacy
Kotaku’s Weekend Guide: 5 Great Games We Can’t Wait To Get Back To
As the holiday week winds to a close, some of us on the east coast of the United States are patiently awaiting a few inches of snow (and hopefully not rain). I’m probably not alone in looking forward… [read more]
Experts stunned by what contestant pulled out of water during fishing competition — here’s what happened
A fishing competition off the coast of Libya took an odd turn when an angler hooked a species a long way from its natural range.
What’s happening?
The Libya Observer reported that a Red Sea pennant… [read more]
China drafts Antarctica activities and environment law to protect national interests
China has drafted a law on Antarctic affairs, as Beijing looks to protect its interests and strengthen its role in the governance of the southernmost continent.
The draft “Antarctic Activities and E… [read more]
Rescuers make difficult decision after finding whale in heartbreaking predicament: ‘A painful reminder’
A heartbreaking scene unfolded on the Oregon Coast after a young humpback whale became stranded near San Marine and could not be freed despite extensive rescue efforts.
What happened?
Crews and com… [read more]
“Year of octopus” declared after warmer seas leads to record numbers
A wildlife charity has declared 2025 “the Year of the Blooming Octopus” after record numbers were spotted off the south-west coast of England.
In its annual marine review the Wildlife Trusts says oc… [read more]
The ancient monuments saluting the winter solstice
Orkney’s Maeshowe tomb is a burial cairn created around 2800BC that conceals a stone-clad sepulchre (Credit: Alamy)
We will probably never know the specific beliefs and rituals that inspired Maeshow… [read more]
This billionaire tested China’s limits. It cost him his freedom
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Jimmy Lai, 78, faces life in prison for national security offences
On a winter morning in 2022 Raphael Wong and Figo Chan walked into Hon… [read more]
A year in mobile tech: What 2025 actually brought us
Grade: C+
It’s time to look forward to what the next 12 months will bring for the gadgets and gizmos we love to use. It’s always a mix of fun, wishes, and actual expectations.
Usually, nobody circl… [read more]
Where we went: NPR’s U.S. travel guide for the curious
NPR staffers get around both for fun and to report on stories from across the U.S.
This year, we made our way to famous landmarks, but also saw off-the-beaten-path towns, quirky events and stunning … [read more]