Strawberry Farms Threaten Spanish Wetlands
contact@hellonews.website Standing in the middle of a stretch of land surrounded by dunes and pine forest, Juan Romero examines the cracked ground then stares at the dusty horizon. “It’s dry… really…
‘Now I Am a Beggar’: Fleeing the Russian Advance in Ukraine
POKROVSK, UKRAINE — As Russian forces press their offensive to take the eastern Ukrainian cities of Sievierodonetsk and Lysychansk, civilians who have managed to flee say intensified shelling over the…
Chinatowns More Vibrant After Pandemic, Anti-Asian Violence
The last week of April was a whirlwind for San Francisco’s Chinatown. The storied neighborhood debuted the AAPI Community Heroes Mural, a mostly black and white depiction of 12 mostly…
Hopes for Reset as Slovenia's New Leader Pledges Media Protections
Ljubljana, Slovenia — As Slovenia transitions to a new prime minister, the country’s media look for signs of a reset after the hostile rhetoric and pressure that many say they…
Some UK Companies to Trial 4-Day Workweek
LONDON — Louis Bloomsfield inspects the kegs of beer at his brewery in north London, eagerly awaiting June, when he will get an extra day off every week. The 36-year-old…
Latest Developments in Ukraine: May 29
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine. The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT: 12:02 a.m.: Al Jazeera reports that…
Timeline: Texas Elementary School Shooting, Minute by Minute
In the hours and days following the fatal shooting of 19 children and their two teachers at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, on Tuesday, authorities gave shifting and at…
War Surges Norway's Oil, Gas Profit. Now, It's Urged to Help
STAVANGER, Norway — Europe’s frantic search for alternatives to Russian energy has dramatically increased the demand — and price — for Norway’s oil and gas. As the money pours in,…
The Hollywood Reporter Critics Pick 20 Cannes Film Festival Favorites
Aftersun Cannes/Semaine de la Critique AFTERSUN (Critics’ Week)In Charlotte Wells’ sharp and tender debut feature, a young Scottish father (brought to vivid, mysterious life by Paul Mescal) goes on summer…
Critical Fire Condition Warnings Issued Across US Southwest
Warnings of critical fire conditions blanketed much of the U.S. Southwest on Saturday, as crews in northern New Mexico worked to stop the growth of the nation’s largest active wildfire.…
Where to Watch ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore’ Online
More than a month after its theatrical premiere, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore will be available to watch online starting May 30 exclusively on HBO Max. Inspired by author…
George Shapiro, Personal Manager and ‘Seinfeld’ Producer, Dies at 91
George Shapiro, the Bronx-born personal manager and champion of comedy who teamed with his late business partner, Howard West, to bring the iconic sitcom Seinfeld to television, has died. He…
Uvalde Mourns as Texas Police Face Scrutiny for Delayed Shooting Response
Dozens of people gathered Saturday in Uvalde, in the southwestern U.S. state of Texas, to mourn and pay homage to the 21 people who were killed earlier this week at…
Air Travelers Face Cancellations Over Memorial Day Weekend
NEW YORK — Airline travelers are not only facing sticker shock this Memorial Day weekend, the kickoff to the summer travel season. They’re also dealing with a pileup of flight…
Before Pixar’s ‘Turning Red,’ ‘Braceface’ and a 1946 Disney Short Tackled the “Taboo” of Menstruation
When Pixar’s Turning Red debuted on Disney+ in March, much of the anticipated response to the Y2K coming-of-age tale about Mei, a Chinese Canadian teen who transforms into a red…