Amsterdam bans cruise ships to limit visitors and curb pollution
It comes months after young British men were urged not to hold bachelor parties in the Dutch capital.
2023-07-21 07:29
Taylor Swift Dublin concerts: A Cruel Summer for some fans
But some Swifties Wildest Dreams come true as tickets for the star's Dublin gigs go on general sale.
2023-07-21 01:57
Wife of Gilgo Beach murders suspect files for divorce
Asa Ellerup's lawyer says her life has been "turned upside down" by Rex Heuermann's alleged crimes.
2023-07-20 23:55
All eyes on a Washington grand jury amid signs of possible third Trump indictment
The biggest question about the 2024 presidential campaign so far is whether voters or juries will get to cast the first verdict on Donald Trump.
2023-07-20 21:20
Belarus to hold exercises with Wagner fighters near Polish border
Belarusian forces will hold joint military exercises with Wagner fighters near its border with NATO-member Poland, Belarus' Defence Ministry said.
2023-07-20 18:51
Manipur: India video shows how rape is weaponised in conflict
A video that shows two naked women being paraded by a mob in Manipur state has sparked outrage.
2023-07-20 18:22
A cannibal solar storm will allow people in the UK to see the Northern Lights
The Northern Lights will be visible from the UK thanks to a large “cannibal” solar storm that is hitting the Earth. The aurora borealis (aka Northern Lights) are produced by when radiation from the Sun is deflected by the magnetic field of the Earth. Typically, the Northern Lights can be seen further north of the UK in the Nordic countries such as Iceland and Norway, as well as in northern parts of Canada. This is because when solar radiation hits the Earth, it is drawn to the Earth’s magnetic field, which runs north to south, and is directed towards to north and south poles. But, every now and then when there is a strong enough solar storm, they can also be seen further south in the UK because of the increased levels of solar radiation. From today (20 July), Brits stand a chance of catching a glimpse of the famous Nothern Lights once it turns dark. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Those in Scotland have the greatest chance of spotting the spectacle, however, they could also be viewed further south, but cloud cover and fewer hours of darkness mean it’s difficult to pinpoint cities with any great accuracy, says the Met Office. For the best chance to see the Northern Lights, experts recommend getting out of major cities. This is because, for the aurora borealis to be most visible, there must be minimal levels of light pollution which is not the case in built-up areas. The severity of the “cannibal” solar storm may be so strong that it disrupts radio signals and creates different weather patterns. Sean Elvidge, associate professor of space environment at the University of Birmingham, explained: “These storms manifest as major disturbances in Earth's magnetic field, potentially causing various space weather effects. “On one hand, they can result in radio blackouts, disrupting communication systems on our planet. On the other hand, these storms can produce awe-inspiring displays of natural beauty known as auroras.” Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-07-20 17:58
Xi Jinping meets Henry Kissinger as US seeks to defrost China ties
The veteran diplomat's surprise trip to Beijing follows a flurry of visits by US officials.
2023-07-20 15:19
Auckland shooting: Renewed debate on rising NZ crime rate
A gunman killed two people and injured at least 10 others, including a police officer.
2023-07-20 14:49
Singapore: City-state rocked by rare political scandals
The political crisis dents Singapore's reputation for clean and honest governance, experts say.
2023-07-20 13:56
Netflix ends password sharing in 'big market' India
Only users from a single household will be able to use an account, the streaming giant has said.
2023-07-20 13:52
Manipur: India outrage after two women paraded naked in violence-hit state
The police in Manipur state say the women were also gang raped and beaten up.
2023-07-20 12:45