China Capital stories reveal how ICBC advanced China’s political goals across four continents

China Capital, an investigation by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists in collaboration with 23 media partners, provided an unprecedented look into decision-making at the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, one of the most powerful Chinese institutions, at a time of China’s ascendance on the world stage. The investigation is based on more than … Read more

Stop fixing girls: it’s time to fix the system

We need to stop telling girls to be more confident. Not because confidence doesn’t matter – it does. But when we describe lower participation by girls and young women as a “confidence gap”, we risk putting the responsibility in the wrong place. Aotearoa already has the evidence. Sport New Zealand’s latest findings in its spotlight … Read more

Rob Lowe’s niece makes heartbreaking vow to younger sister following her tragic death at 13

Rob Lowe’s niece Mabel has vowed to keep sister Fiona’s memory alive following the 13-year-old’s death. The 17-year-old shared childhood photographs on Instagram alongside a deeply personal message for her younger sister. Her tribute followed confirmation that Fiona had died by suicide aged 13, shortly before her 14th birthday. Fiona died aged 13 (Credit: Instagram) … Read more

Lindsay Clancy Trial: Understanding the key moments

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. UP NEXT New revelations in Cornell rape investigation 02:18 Letitia James takes over Cornell rape investigation as special prosecutor 02:52 Christa Pike unconscious and on a ventilator after failed execution 02:35 Newly released body cam video shows Luigi Mangione arrest … Read more

California voters to decide on controversial one-time tax on billionaires : NPR

California voters will decide whether the state will charge a one-time tax on billionaires. The idea that has split Democrats and labor unions. Transcript SCOTT SIMON, HOST: A proposal on the ballot in California would charge that state’s billionaires a one-time tax worth tens of billions of dollars in revenue. Senator Bernie Sanders is scheduled … Read more

Glastonbury 2027’s rumoured headliners after huge band gives disappointing update

Who could be hitting the Pyramid Stage for 2027? (Picture: Joseph Okpako/WireImage) Tickets sold out for Glastonbury Festival 2027 and fans have already begun speculating who will headline the Worthy Farm event next year. Last year’s Glastonbury saw headline performances from The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo, with Rod Stewart in the legends slot. … Read more