Murtaza Hashwani talks about cricket bats at Best Cricket Store, 21414 Julie Marie Ln., Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, in Katy.Melissa Phillip/Staff Photographer Growing up in Pakistan, Murtaza Hashwani could easily shop for cricket gear. The sport is that country’s most popular, with enough recreational and amateur players to support a small store devoted to the … Read more
Following is a summary of current health news briefs. Dengue will ‘take off’ in southern Europe, US, Africa this decade, WHO scientist says Dengue fever will become a major threat in the southern United States, southern Europe and new parts of Africa this decade, the WHO’s chief scientist said, as warmer temperatures create the conditions … Read more
Passengers restrained him until the plane landed in Majorca where police waited A British man has been arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting an air steward on a flight from Newcastle to Palma. He was held after allegedly touching his bottom and nipples ‘in a lewd way’ during the flight. He is said to have … Read more
T he King and Queen are to meet Britons running businesses in south-western France before touring a vineyard on the final day of their state visit. Charles and Camilla will fly from Paris to Bordeaux, a change from their original plans amid French media leaks, before being welcomed in a town hall. They will join … Read more
US Opposes New Plan , to Investigate Titanic Wreckage. ‘USA Today’ reports that the United States has moved to prevent a planned expedition to recover artifacts from the Titanic wreckage in 2024. The government reportedly cited the ship’s designation as a revered burial site under both federal law and international agreement. . ‘USA Today’ reports … Read more
Thousands of Britons have seen their bank holiday travel plans disrupted after British Airways and easyJet cancelled dozens of flights. Both airlines made significant flight cancellations on Thursday (August 24) as a reduction in flying was imposed by Air Traffic Control over parts of Western Europe due to poor weather conditions. The chaos continued into … Read more
Minnie Mouse and friends take part in a cavalcade parade on Main Street U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World in Orange County, Florida, on June 1, 2022. Anadolu Agency/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images So you’re planning a trip to Orlando? Besides year-round great weather, easy access to Florida’s stunning coastlines and … Read more