In this youth baseball league, fans who mistreat umpires are sentenced to do the job themselves
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2023-06-09 12:18
The Struggle to Electrify One of the World’s Dirtiest Industries
When construction workers arrived to begin transforming Oslo’s Olav Vs gate into a pedestrian promenade, locals rolled their
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Social media helps invent, then circulate info on DIY air purifiers amid wildfire smoke
West Coast social media users are sharing their DIY tips for building an air purifier at home as smoke from Canada wildfires are cloaking much of the East Coast
2023-06-09 08:52
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Tens of thousands join Tel Aviv Pride parade, celebrating gains and wary of Israeli government
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Yes, Your Dog Is Very Much Willing to Eat You If You Die
While it’s certainly true that dogs are generally kind spirits, that won’t dissuade them from using you as a charcuterie board upon your death.
2023-06-09 01:19
He ran out of countries to visit, so he created his own
After visiting all 193 nations recognized by the United Nations, a late-night DJ from San Diego created a micronation in the Californian desert to give himself somewhere new to visit. He's declared himself "the Sultan of Slowjamastan."
2023-06-08 21:56
What’s Trending Today: Wildfire Smoke Rages On, Tucker Carlson’s Contract, Denver Nuggets Win Game 3
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2023-06-08 20:52
11 ways to work white into your interiors
Creating a summery scheme with bright whites, creamy woods and natural decos signals carefree summer living – and feels right, right now. With warm days ahead and a possible heatwave on the cards, these brilliant white accessories and bleached-out homewares are just the ticket for a summer refresh – and relaxed lifestyle when you want chill out… 1. White Pearl Tableware: White Pearl Stoneware Side Plate, £7, Dinner Plate, £15, Salad Plate, £14, Pasta Bowl, £14, rest of items from a selection, Rose & Grey A must for summer tablescapes, this crisp white tableware suits every occasion; and works like a dream with rainbow salad recipes to show off those vibrant veggies and peppers. 2. Portland Storage Box – Large, £22, Garden Trading Stylish storage comes into its own come summertime, especially when you want to put the lid on foodie treats which might attract unwanted visitors. Versatile, easy to stack and pack, what’s not to love? 3. Off White Shell Vase, £38, Rose & Grey A go-to for coastal decor aesthetic, this shell vase with a seashell-like surface finish is a must-have for pampas grasses and natural driftwood branches. 4. George White Large Solar Candle Lights, £8 each, Direct.asda Decorative garden lighting is one of the cleverest tools for highlighting unexpected crooks and crannies, nurturing trailing greenery. 5. Roberts Play 11, White, £49.99, Roberts Radio One to add to your summer playlist with its streamlined tailoring, this new release from Roberts marries form and function with 20 station presets, DAB/DAB+/FM wavebands and portable battery power or via USB-C. 6. Moreton Whitewashed Kubu Rattan Trolley, £425, Marely Vase – Medium, £28, Marely Vase – Large, £48, White Bamboo Round Lantern – Medium, £65, The White Company A hero piece with timeless appeal, this beautiful bar cart will style up any indoor or outdoor space. Ideal for entertaining al fresco, it’s easy to wheel around and the removeable top tray can be used to proffer canapés and cocktails. With a side caddy for magazines or place settings, it can also be dressed up with artisan decos aplenty. 7. Habitat Kora Rattan Effect Garden Egg Chair, £230, Habitat When it’s time to invest in a chic, comfy seat, this egg-shaped pod pushes all the right buttons. With curvaceous steel frame, rattan detailing and four soft cushions to snug into, it can be upgraded to an accent chair with a luxurious snow white throw. 8. Lucerna Cream Tassel Solar Lanterns Trio, £34.99, Lights4fun Setting the scene for a summer soirée? These luxe boho solar lanterns will steal the spotlight when the sun goes down. Finished with decorative tassels and easy to hang from a branch, parasol or garden wall, simply pop them outside when the sun’s up and six to eight hours of sunshine will reward you with a warm, white, LED glow. 9. Dorma Purity Chiltern Bedspread, £120 to £140, rest of items from a selection, Dunelm Summer bedding signals a seasonal switch to an all-white theme… and fresh white bedspread to top your crisp, clean sheets. 10. Cotswolds Essentials Pure White Clothes Rail, £99, Cotswold Company If you’re planning a capsule wardrobe and switching out transitional pieces for something lightweight and fluid, you can’t go wrong with a dedicated clothes rail. With its sleek design and storage shelf, this will fit into the smallest of schemes. 11. White 100% Combed Egyptian Cotton Towels, 500 GSM, from £3.99 to £24.99, Homescapes Nothing channels a boutique hotel vibe like a bundle of white fluffy towels to pat yourself dry after a refreshing shower. Made from Egyptian cotton, these are soft and absorbent without being spendy.
2023-06-08 16:29
‘Robot taxi’ with smiling face and ‘ghost driver’ interacts with pedestrians in new experiment
The UK’s first-ever “ghost driver” has taken to the roads of Nottingham in a new experiment. A driverless car was been fitted visual displays to communicate with people crossing roads to determine how people respond naturally to self-driving vehicles. The screen shows different images to pedestrians - including a happy face, a giving way face, and a raised eyebrow. A University of Nottingham study found that, in the absence of someone in the driving seat, pedestrians trust certain visual prompts more than others when deciding whether to cross in front of an autonomous car.
2023-06-08 14:58
In 'The Blue Caftan,' Moroccan film director tackles LGBTQ+ love and celebrates embroidery craft
In her latest film, “The Blue Caftan,” Moroccan director Maryam Touzani delicately weaves overlapping tales, both traditional and largely taboo in her country and its region
2023-06-08 11:30
South Korean inquiry to look into 237 more foreign adoptions suspected to have laundered origins
South Korea's Truth and Reconciliation Commission will investigate 237 more cases of South Korean adoptees who suspect their family origins were manipulated to facilitate their adoptions in Europe and the United States
2023-06-08 10:54
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