BRATISLAVA, Slovakia — Voters in Slovakia headed to the ballot stations Saturday to elect a successor to Zuzana Čaputová, the country’s first female president and a staunch backer of neighboring Ukraine in its fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion, who isn’t seeking a second term. Former Foreign Minister Ivan Korčok won the first round of voting … Read more
The blending of the real and unreal could explain why some followers of faux Drag Race get so passionate about what they’re seeing on their feeds. Michael says he “lives for the overreactions of fans” who believe his creations are real people. He says people often ask him for a queen’s actual Instagram handle. “I … Read more
People learn about Baidu’s artificial intelligence chatbot service Ernie Bot during the 2nd Global Digital Trade Expo at Hangzhou International Expo Center on November 23, 2023 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province of China. China News Service | China News Service | Getty Images Nvidia’s rocket-ship ride in the stock market underscores the extent to which chip … Read more
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey is holding local elections Sunday that will decide who gets to control Istanbul and other key cities. The vote is also a barometer of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s popularity as he seeks to win back control of key urban areas he lost to the opposition five years ago. The main … Read more
After more than 40 years, Macao’s horse racing track has hosted its final races, bringing an end to the sport in the city famous for its massive casinos MACAO — After more than 40 years, Macao’s horse racing track hosted its final races on Saturday, bringing an end to the sport in the city famous … Read more
Carlos Sainz says he will not take part in the Australian Grand Prix if he doesn’t feel good during Friday practice in Melbourne. Sainz, who is without a seat for next year due to Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari, is back this weekend after pulling out of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix two weeks ago due … Read more
Formula 1 is all about details, and this approach applies to post-race procedures. The FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile) play a crucial role during a Grand Prix weekend, ensuring cars are compliant through a process called “scrutineering.” The Sporting News takes a closer look at one of their many important steps – weighing drivers. MORE: Which … Read more
Anton Petrus/Getty Images Satellite communication technology is gaining global attention as its signals expand beyond the Earth’s surface and to the upper atmosphere and space. This expansion not only advances technology itself but also paves the way for creating new business models. Satellite communication can be described as a type of wireless communication that uses … Read more
Chelsea, Manchester City and Arsenal are separated by six points with six games remaining of the Women’s Super League campaign – so who is most likely to take the crown come May? We take a look at each side’s prospects as the season enters its final two months… CHELSEA Position: 1stPoints: 40Goal difference: 34 Datawrapper … Read more
A Currys Plc store on Oxford Street in central London, UK, on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images British electronics chain Currys experienced more rejection Friday with Chinese online retailer JD.com walking away from a takeover race for the firm, just days after Elliott Investment Management did the same. In a brief … Read more