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Southcom Chief Attends High-Level Venezuela Meeting That Included Diosdado Cabello Despite $25 Million U.S. Reward

Venezuela's presidential press office said the meeting was held "to coordinate rescue operations, humanitarian assistance and logistics" after the earthquakes

Latin Times · Jul 7

Anger at Venezuela's Interim Government Over Earthquake Response Spills Into Trump's White House

Public anger over Venezuela's response to last week's catastrophic twin earthquakes is growing into a political crisis for the country's U.S.-backed interim government, putting new pressure on President Donald Trump's administration as Washington tries to manage relief efforts without deepening resentment on the ground.

Latin Times · Jul 1

Ann Barrett obituary

Oncologist and authority on paediatric radiotherapy who championed a multidisciplinary, holistic approach

The Guardian - UK · May 5

People with super organized pantries always do these 7 things – and would never live without these storage staples, including Lazy Susans, spice racks, and custom cabinets

Expert-approved tips for pantry perfection

Homes & Gardens · Dec 1, 2024

How to Clean Cast Iron After Cooking — 6 Easy Tips for Spotless Pots, Pans, and Trays

Cast iron is often considered difficult to clean, but with the right routine and a few preemptive measures, washing the dishes should be a breeze

Livingetc · Nov 28, 2024

Four crucial climate targets the new UK government should adopt immediately

The UK is not on track to meet its climate targets and has no credible pathway to get there. However, a new set of more specific targets would provide some clarity for the country’s new government and would ultimately help achieve the overall goal: prevent further climate change.

The Conversation · Jul 11, 2024

‘Disappointing and surprising’: Why isn’t this a climate election in the UK?

More than 400 scientists write to political parties urging ambitious action or risk making Britain and the world ‘more dangerous and insecure’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 10, 2024

Many big US cities now answer mental health crisis calls with civilian teams -- not police

The Associated Press has found that 14 of the 20 most populous U.S. cities are experimenting with removing police from some nonviolent 911 calls and sending behavioral health clinicians

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2023

When decision on controversial new homes is expected

The plans have been opposed by people in their thousands

Liverpool Echo · Jul 12, 2023

The 81-player boycott at Wimbledon that changed tennis forever

Top stars including Stan Smith, Rod Laver, John Newcombe, Arthur Ashe and Ken Rosewall turned their backs on the most gilded event in tennis 50 years ago

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2023