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3 British tourists die while climbing waterfalls in Vietnam
Three British tourists died while climbing waterfalls in central Vietnam early Friday afternoon, and their guide was being questioned by police, officials and state media reported. It wasn’t immediately known how they died in the accident in Lam Dong province. … Continue reading
Incredibly, there are fewer debates this year than in 2008 even though it feels endless
Is the 2016 presidential campaign over yet? With the general election still more than nine months away, the Republican candidates for president take the stage Thursday night for their 14 millionth debate. On second look, it’s actually the 10th debate, … Continue reading
British Airways removes plane after finding bed bugs on board
LONDON — A plane was taken out of service by British Airways after bed bugs were found on board The airline says two of the parasitic insects, which feed on people’s blood, were found. “Whenever any report of bed bugs … Continue reading
When the Beatles played a gig and only 18 people showed up
George, John, and Paul perform, with Pete Best on drums. Image: Dick Matthews In December 1961, Sam Leach landed his musician friends from Liverpool a series of gigs at the Palais Ballroom in Aldershot, Hampshire. This would be the first … Continue reading
This Time article contains a spectacularly awkward correction
LONDON — Okay, so this one isn’t quite on a par with that time Variety accidentally published an obituary for the very-much-still-alive Terry Gilliam, but in terms of awkward corrections it’s definitely up there. See also: Government makes awkward spelling … Continue reading
Sepp Blatter is delivering deranged quotes until the bitter end
“I will always be a president,” disgraced former FIFA overlord Sepp Blatter tells the world’s most famous newspaper on the eve of the vote to replace him. No, Sepp — that’s not how this works. That’s not how any of … Continue reading
Apple faces the most important PR battle in its history with the FBI
The CEO of the world’s most valuable company sat on a stool in a sparsely decorated room with his hands clasped and one knee shaking up and down ever so slightly. “I’m not sure I’ve ever done an interview in … Continue reading
Messaging app Telegram is shaking up Iran’s elections
Ahead of Friday’s vote in Iran, the streets of Tehran are lined with campaign posters and bustling with life, including people tapping away on their smartphones. It’s happening everywhere you look, said one reporter in the Iranian capital But people … Continue reading
The 1975 will be a great band when they stop worrying about it
I like it when you sleep, for you are so beautiful yet so unaware of it is no longer available to Fiona Apple as an album title, because The 1975 took it and are set to make their mark The … Continue reading
Gotta catch these adorable Pokéball piñata cupcakes
Pokémon’s 20th anniversary hits Saturday, Feb. 27 and you’ll need more than just playing cards, video games and assorted media to properly celebrate. Whip up some sustenance to sustain you through the Pokémon marathon. Enter: the Poké Ball piñata cupcake. SEE ALSO: 12 … Continue reading