Giant robot tribute to Brazil's Lula leads start of Rio CarnivalA tribute to Brazil's president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has marked the first day of the iconic carnival parades in Rio de Janeiro.The samba school Acadêmicos de Niterói traced Lula's life as a boy growing up in poverty in the Brazilian northeast, to a metalworker, union leader and then president, showcasing giant figures to...

Katseye girl group's Mannon Bannerman steps away to focus on healthKatseye's Manon to take 'temporary hiatus' to focus on healthGetty ImagesKatseye performed at the 2026 Grammy Awards, where they were nominated for best new artistKatseye member Manon Bannerman is taking a temporary break to focus on her health and wellbeing, the group has announced.The 23-year-old Swiss singer told fans she was...

25 years ago today, a mid-air collision sparked an 11-day U.S.–China standoff On April 1, 2001, a midair collision between an American aircraft and a Chinese plane sparked an 11-day diplomatic crisis — and the two countries still tell very different stories.

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for March 22 #749Looking for the most recent Strands answer? Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.Today's NYT Strands puzzle is an intriguing one. It helps if you know a little bit about famous...

Sara Duterte impeachment: House starts hearings on case against Philippines VPSara Duterte impeachment hearings start as political death match heats upGetty ImagesSara Duterte is the daughter of the Philippines' firebrand former leader Rodrigo DutertePublic hearings on the impeachment case against Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte have started in Congress. The impeachment trial is the...