Monthly Archives: August 2021

India massacre memorial’s lights-and-lasers ‘makeover’ attracts controversy

The renovation of a historical monument in India’s Punjab state where British troops once killed hundreds of men, women and children has sparked furious debate and concerns over the “Disneyfication” of history.The renovation of a historical monument in India’s Punjab state where British troops once killed hundreds of men, women and children has sparked furious […]

China bans kids from playing online video games during the week

China has barred online gamers under the age of 18 from playing on weekdays and limited their play to just three hours most weeks, marking a significant escalation of restrictions on the country’s massive gaming industry.China has barred online gamers under the age of 18 from playing on weekdays and limited their play to just […]

Andy Murray says he ‘lost respect’ for Stefanos Tsitsipas after US Open defeat

Three-time grand slam champion Andy Murray says he “lost respect” for Stefanos Tsitsipas, after the Greek world No. 3 took multiple extended breaks at crucial times during their first round US Open match.Three-time grand slam champion Andy Murray says he “lost respect” for Stefanos Tsitsipas, after the Greek world No. 3 took multiple extended breaks […]

Caldor Fire prompts states of emergency in Nevada and California

The governors of California and Nevada declared states of emergency Monday as the fast-moving Caldor Fire prompted officials to tell everyone in the city of South Lake Tahoe to get out.The governors of California and Nevada declared states of emergency Monday as the fast-moving Caldor Fire prompted officials to tell everyone in the city of […]

Taranto: Southen Italy’s hidden treasure

The Puglia region envelops the “heel” of the boot-shaped Italian peninsula. Laden with olive groves, surrounded by clear, sparkling water and speckled with charming, historic towns and villages, its rustic appeal has made it an increasingly popular destination for tourists.The Puglia region envelops the “heel” of the boot-shaped Italian peninsula. Laden with olive groves, surrounded […]