China aims to build ‘fertility-friendly society’ as birth rate plummets for fourth year

US justice department investigating Corey Lewandowski over DHS role

Trump's former campaign manager is reportedly being investigated for allegedly using his role at the Department of Homeland for financial gain.

Chinese woman breaks 5 ribs from hug, husband says he used normal force, wife does not get sunlight, does extreme dieting

Maine tenants win $3.6m deal after rent-control dispute

The Trelawny Tenants Union has achieved a significant milestone, settling for $3.6 million with landlord Geoffrey Rice over improper rent hikes. This reimbursement, affecting more than 1,000 residents for overpayments since 2020, stems from ongoing mediation and legal challenges against violations of rent control laws. Moving forward, the union plans to enforce compliance among landlords in Portland and is exploring a digitized rental registration system for better governance.

Gosling and Mendes bought Joel Schumacher’s California retreat, built from 200-year-old barn timber

In 2014, Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes purchased a distinctive rustic estate in Carpinteria, California. This property, crafted by Joel Schumacher, is constructed from reclaimed wood of three 200-year-old barns. Designed for privacy and a serene connection to nature, it embodies American history, offering a tranquil retreat from Los Angeles. The couple cherishes their family life away from the spotlight, valuing their children and preserving the estate's unique features.

Lauren Conrad’s ‘Laguna Beach’ family mansion, built by James Conrad in 2004, listed for $26.5 million

Lauren Conrad’s family mansion, featured in MTV’s Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County, is listed for $26.5 million. Designed and built in 2004 by her father, architect James Conrad, the nearly 8,000-square-foot Mediterranean-style estate overlooks the Pacific Ocean. Located in Laguna Beach’s exclusive Three Arch Bay community, the property features six bedrooms, an infinity-edge pool and private beach access.

Republicans Cut Taxes to Win the Midterms. It May Not Work Out.

Among the stakes in next month’s election is the long-running question of whether tax cuts can shape how people vote.

Fearing Mass A.I. Layoffs, Some in Congress Eye Ways to Aid Workers

A bill to bolster the nation’s unemployment insurance program reflects the concern — and the risks — in Washington.

PSG v Lyon moved as Paris prepares for more protests

Paris St-Germain's Ligue 1 match against Lyon at the Parc des Princes is pushed back 24 hours as the French capital prepares for another weekend of protests.

Vivek Ramaswamy, An Ad, Sexual Assault & Mental Health: The $4-Million Campaign Explained

The ad targets Vivek Ramaswamy's Democratic opponent, Amy Acton, by featuring her estranged biological mother, Donna Arthur, who calls her daughter "a liar"

Deadly shooting near Paris investigated as 'crime of terrorism', minister says

One person is killed and five wounded in a series of attacks and the suspected gunman has been apprehended.

Teodoro opposes Sen. Padilla, says no Filipino should praise China envoy

MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday said no Filipino should praise Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan, disagreeing with Sen. Robin Padilla‘s favorable assessment of the envoy amid calls for his expulsion over remarks about China’s possible use of force against the Philippines. “Walang Pilipino dapat ang pumuri dyan sa tao na yan

One Killed In Unprovoked Firing In France, Four Injured; Mayor Calls It ‘Islamophobic Attack’, Police Nab Shooter

One person was killed, and at least four others were injured, in a shooting in Trappes, west of Paris, with a suspect arrested as French authorities investigate the attack.