Новости за 17.12.2024

1. Prince Andrew spy scandal rocks British establishment  POLITICO Europe
2. Chinese embassy criticises ‘anti-China clamours’ after Yang Tengbo spy claim  The Guardian
3. Prince Andrew and Fergie skip Christmas at Sandringham as Duke faces backlash over alleged Chinese spy links  The Independent
4. China tells UK to ‘stop creating trouble’ over alleged spy  Financial Times
5. China: UK should ‘immediately stop creating trouble’  The Telegraph

The Office of the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) has launched a new project to improve enterprises' capacity to prevent and cope with increasingly sophisticated cyberthreats in the artificial intelligence (AI) era.

4 ways to reduce inflammation for better health  The Washington Post

During a recent Hanukkah reception, President Biden made a controversial claim about hostages from Gaza. Uncover the details behind this statement and its implications.

Sombath Somphone was last seen at a police checkpoint in the capital, Vientiane, in 2021

A humble "build to rent" building of 37 dwellings in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, located in a peripheral area, in an urban fabric in constant transformation from an industrial to a residential area and with limited economic resources. The design choices were driven by the search for a solution that takes advantage of the conditions of the site in relation to orientation, sunlight and comfort of its occupants, while being rational and economical, easy to maintain and flexible to future adaptations. Читать дальше...

The thrill of victory and agony of defeat was seen after UFC Tampa with winning and losing fighters reactions on social media.

One of the darkest chapters in South Korean history is chronicled in “12.12: The Day,” a riveting account of the coup d’état of the 1979 coup d’état that followed the Oct. 26 assassination of authoritarian president Park Chung-hee. Meticulously written and very well-performed by a top-notch cast including Hwang Jung-min (“Deliver Us From Evil”), the […]

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1277 on December 17, as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

A Walmart shopper claims he was recently targeted by a trio of floor walkers—employees hired by the company to monitor for shoplifting. And he's claiming it's not the first time it's happened.

Why have some Rajya Sabha members called for the removal of Allahabad High Court Judge, Justice Yadav?

How do the La Niña and El Niño influence global atmospheric circulation and weather patterns? What is a Triple Dip La Niña? If a La Niña was to form now, how would it affect the current Indian winters and subsequent summers and monsoons as well?

December 17 – In the history of Major League Soccer (MLS) only three franchises have been sold after formation (Real Salt Lake, Houston Dynamo, Orlando City SC). We can now make that four as the Vancouver Whitecaps FC ownership group of Greg Kerfoot, Steve Luczo, Jeff Mallett, and Steve Nash has put their team up for sale.

Manchester United could potentially be busy in January as Ruben Amorim aims to get the club back on track amid reports about Harry Maguire and Randal Kolo-Muani ahead of the window

DAM Capital Advisors plans to go public. The company aims to attract talent and expand into new areas. It sees a bright future for India's economy. DAM Capital wants to partner with a global firm. This will help with cross-border deals. The company is optimistic about its growth prospects. It believes the Indian market offers significant opportunities.

State pensioners in the UK are being advised to pay attention to potential changes in payment dates this month, as the Christmas holidays might alter the usual schedule.

A secret beach that usually only appears during the summer months has become a permanent fixture in Venice - as water levels continue to rise in the Floating City.

A towering skyscraper that was set to dwarf the height of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai but now forms part of Europe's failed island project.

Jagmeet Singh urges Trudeau to quit after deputy resigns over Trump tariff dispute

Wellington.Scoop Wellington city councillors today told staff to reduce next year’s increase in rates from almost 16 per cent (in the draft budget) to below 12.8 per cent which was originally expected. They’re also asking the public to support the estimated $400m of spending cuts which they agreed to on November 29, though more cuts […]

Polarizing former NFL quarterback Michael Vick has been brought into the college head football coaching rumor mill, as Sacramento State and Norfolk State have reportedly spoke to him.

It has emerged in court documents that a Chinese man who acted as a business adviser to the Duke of York was banned from Britain on national security grounds in 2023.

PUNCH Nigeria Limited consolidated its position as Nigeria’s leading media organisation at the 2024 Nigerian Media Merit Awards, held at the MUSON Centre in Lagos on Sunday. PUNCH journalists were recognised in multiple sectors, including Business, Banking, Aviation, Maritime, Real Estate, and Telecommunications. The newspaper emerged victorious with multiple wins and nominations, showcasing its dedication