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Stranded swordfish likely suffocated in mud

Weird fish with sword point found by hobby photographer, now being recreated and examined

May 8, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

New pope is American, chooses name Leo XIV

American Cardinal Robert Prevost (69) chosen as new pope Leo XIV by 133 cardinals after just two days of deliberation, hailed as a skilled leader with a diverse background and fluency in English, Spanish, and Italian by Catholic News Network.

May 8, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Weight Watchers deep in the red, files for bankruptcy

Weight Watchers, well-known weight-loss company, files for bankruptcy in U.S. due to popularity of weight-loss drugs. Hopes to restart after $1.2 billion debt restructuring.

May 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Duran Lantink wins biggest prize for Dutch fashion designers

Fashion designer Duran Lantink wins prestigious Cultuurfonds Mode Stipendium for his experimental, sustainable and socially conscious designs worn by celebrities like Beyoncé and transgender women in South Africa. The 72-year-old founder of the fashion brand is praised as a barrier-breaking genius and role model for established designers, with previous winners including Jan Taminau, Bas Kosters, Iris van Herpen, and Mohamed Benchellal.

May 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Major Ukrainian drone attack flattens Russian airports

Deadly drone attacks disrupt Russian airports after Ukraine retaliates with ballistic missiles, causing multiple casualties and disrupting flight schedules.

May 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Vlaardings foster girl will never live normal life, but is 'resilient'

Foster parents on trial for molesting a foster child in Vlaardingen are responsible for the severe injuries to the girl, who will be permanently dependent on intensive care, according to the prosecutor. Meanwhile, information from her guardian shows that the girl is resilient and making great strides. The foster parents, who are now in custody, must appear in court again soon.