Family Accuse UK Government of Lack of Support in Grenada Death
The family of a British man found dead in Grenada have accused UK authorities of failing to support their fight for justice, according to The Guardian.
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Memorial Day 2026: Events, Closures, and Traditions
Memorial Day 2026 will be observed on Monday, May 25, a federal holiday in the United States. The day honors deceased service members, with events held nationwide and many businesses closed.
Jackson Pollock painting sells for record $181m at auction
Record Sale at Christie's Auction House The painting, titled Number 7A, 1948, was auctioned at Christie's in New York and set a new record for the highest price paid for a Pollock artwork at auction. Previously, the
Kouri Richins gets life sentence for murder of husband
Kouri Richins, a Utah-based children's book author and real estate agent, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for poisoning her husband with fentanyl in 2022. The ruling came on the day her husband would have turned 44.
Portrait Looted by Nazis Found in Dutch SS Leader’s Descendants’ Home
A painting stolen by the Nazis during World War Two has been found in the home of descendants of a Dutch SS collaborator, according to an art detective.
NY real estate titan compares ‘tax the rich’ to racial slurs
Steven Roth, CEO of Vornado Realty Trust, compared the phrase 'tax the rich' to 'disgusting racial slurs' during a recent earnings call. His comments followed criticism of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s 'pied-à-terre' tax policy targeting luxury second homes.
Thai Temples Launch Rockets in Ancient Festival Rivalry
Temples in Thailand launched homemade rockets during the annual 'Look Noo' festival, an ancient Mon tradition, according to Al Jazeera.
Dannielynn Birkhead, 19, dazzles at Kentucky Derby with bold new look
Dannielynn Birkhead, the daughter of the late Anna Nicole Smith, made a striking appearance at the 2026 Kentucky Derby with her bold new style, according to multiple reports.
Man Wins €1m Picasso Painting in Charity Raffle
A man has won an original Pablo Picasso painting worth more than €1m in a charity raffle, according to the BBC.
Abidjan Art Week Expands as Cultural Hub Gains Momentum
Abidjan art week has grown into a major cultural event, with galleries staying open late and showcasing diverse artistic talents, according to The Guardian.
Inter Results 2026: Key Updates and Developments
The Telangana State Intermediate (Inter) 1st and 2nd Year Results for 2026 have been released, with marks and memos available at results.cgg.gov.in, according to The Indian Express.
Good Friday Observances and Legal Developments in April 2025
Good Friday, observed on April 3, 2025, holds deep religious significance for Catholics and Protestants across the globe, with distinct traditions and reflections on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Meanwhile, legal developments in the United States, including the search for a new U.S. Attorney for Rhode Island, have taken center stage.
Ancient Golden Helmet Recovered After 14-Month Search
A 2,500-year-old golden helmet, considered one of Romania's greatest treasures, has been recovered more than a year after it was stolen during a raid on a Dutch museum, according to the BBC.
The war in Iran: Key takeaways from Al Jazeera’s interview with Marco Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that Iran must abandon its nuclear program and that the US will keep the Strait of Hormuz open 'one way or another', according to the interview.
At Least 70 Killed, 30 Injured in Haiti Gang Attack, Rights Group Says
At least 70 people have been killed and 30 injured in a gang attack in Haiti’s Artibonite region, according to a human rights group, far exceeding initial official estimates of 16 dead and 10 injured.