Around 150 corgis from nine countries gathered in Vilnius for a day of races, agility challenges and costume contests, with US-owned corgi “GG” taking the 2026 title.
Month: August 2026
Exploring Hong Kong With a Dragon and the Ding Ding Tram
Exploring Hong Kong with a Dragon and the Ding Ding Tram Exploring Hong Kong is already an adventure, but what happens when you add a friendly flying dragon to the trip? Suddenly, a simple sightseeing day becomes something straight out of a fantasy movie. Imagine colorful streets, towering skyscrapers, busy markets, and the famous Ding…
Taliban mark five-year anniversary of regaining power in Afghanistan
Hundreds of supporters gathered outside the former US embassy, with flowers thrown down from military helicopters. Critics of the Taliban, however, fear worsening human rights abuses.
Europe’s tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in Polish village
A 55.6-metre Virgin Mary statue has been inaugurated in a small Polish village, with hundreds attending a ceremony featuring a Mass, traditional music and helicopters scattering rose petals.
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Israeli strikes that killed 11 send ‘clear message’ on negotiations, says Lebanese president
In a statement on Saturday, Hezbollah warned that the latest Israeli attacks would “be met with an appropriate response.”
Hungary uses sunken barges to raise Danube River to keep nuclear plant going
Hungary is sinking two barges to ensure a key nuclear power plant stays online, Prime Minister Péter Magyar said Saturday. Europe’s summer of extreme heat has caused the Danube’s water level to hit record lows, affecting power production at the Paks nuclear plant. Nuclear power stations are typically built by rivers and along coastlines so…
Yvonne vs. the Elevator: “This Is the Life!”
Yvonne vs. the Stubborn Elevator Waiting for an elevator should be one of the easiest things in the world. You press the button, wait a few seconds, and eventually the doors open. Simple, right? Apparently, Yvonne has a slightly different approach to elevator etiquette. Dressed in shiny gold vinyl leggings and a stylish black long-sleeve…
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Watch: Chaos as powerful earthquake hits Indonesia
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia, damaging buildings and sending people running for safety as the shaking was caught on camera in Maumere.