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Groundbreaking Cameroonian curator Kouoh dies: Cape Town art museum

Cameroonian curator Koyo Kouoh, the head of the biggest contemporary art museum in Africa and first African woman appointed to lead the Venice Biennale, has died Saturday, the Zeitz MOCAA museum said.

Leo XIV, 'humble servant of God', visits sanctuary in first papal outing

Leo XIV visited an Augustinian sanctuary near Rome Saturday in his first outing since being made pope, after telling cardinals he intended to follow his predecessor's path as pontiff, praising Francis's "complete dedication to service".

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Bird feathers and bloodstains found in Jeju jet engines: report

Bird feathers and bloodstains were found in both engines of the Jeju Air plane that crashed in December, according to a preliminary investigation released Monday.

Bittersweet return for Syrians with killed, missing relatives

Wafa Mustafa had long dreamed of returning to Syria but the absence of her father tarnished her homecoming more than a decade after he disappeared in Bashar al-Assad's jails.

With Trump win, Silicon Valley's right flank takes on Washington

One week into his second administration, Donald Trump has put technology at the forefront, featuring tech billionaires prominently at his inauguration and announcing major AI infrastructure deals from the White House.

The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) Through Subsidiary, Green Rain Solar, Partners with KMB Design Group to Advance Urban Solar Projects

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) is pleased to announce a collaboration between its subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., and KMB Design Group to develop innovative urban solar energy projects. This partnership underscores The Now Corporation's commitment to providing sustainable energy solutions for high-cost urban markets.

South Korean president indicted as 'ringleader of an insurrection'

South Korean prosecutors indicted impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol Sunday for being the "ringleader of an insurrection" after his abortive declaration of martial law, ordering the suspended leader to remain in detention.

The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) Clarifies Misleading Information Regarding Solana, Cryptocurrency, and Fraudulent Social Media Accounts

PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) wishes to address recent misinformation and clarify its position regarding alleged affiliations. The Company confirms that it has no partnership, affiliation, or involvement with Solana, the Solana blockchain platform, or any other cryptocurrency ventures, including "The Now Coin".

US stops issuing gender-neutral 'X' passports under Trump order

The United States has ceased issuing passports with a gender-neutral "X" option, the State Department said, following President Donald Trump's order limiting government recognition of transgender identity.

Israelis rejoice at emotional release of second group of hostages

A loud cheer swept through the crowd gathered at a Tel Aviv plaza known as Hostage Square, as giant screens livestreamed the long-awaited release of four Israeli hostages, the latest to be freed under a Gaza ceasefire deal.

Seoul court rejects second request to extend Yoon detention

A Seoul court rejected a second request Saturday to extend the detention of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed attempt to declare martial law, putting pressure on prosecutors to quickly indict him.

Albanian Orthodox Church head Archbishop Anastasios, 95, dies in Greek hospital

The head of the Albanian Orthodox Church, who was airlifted to Athens due to complications from a virus earlier this month, has died aged 95, the hospital said Saturday.

China travel peaks as millions head home for Lunar New Year

Train stations and airports across China saw the biggest peak in travellers on Saturday ahead of the Lunar New Year, as millions of people returned home to spend the holidays with their families in an annual migration that is expected to be a record.

LA prosecutors say won't charge Marilyn Manson with sexual assault

The top prosecutor in Los Angeles said Friday that his office will not bring charges against goth rocker Marilyn Manson, who has been accused of sexual assault and domestic violence.

Fear stalks DR Congo city Goma as artillery fire shakes ground

Explosions rocked the ground in the main city in DR Congo's east on Friday as intensifying clashes between the country's army and M23 fighters gripped the region.

French mother sentenced to life for daughter's starvation death

A French woman was sentenced on Friday to life in prison for starving to death her daughter, who died of a heart attack in 2020 at the age of 13 after years of abuse.

Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 25

The death toll from a landslide on Indonesia's main island of Java rose to 25 as rescuers found three more bodies on Friday, a search and rescue agency official said.

Life term sought for French mother in daughter's starvation death

A French mother accused of starving to death her daughter who died of a heart attack aged 13 should be given a life sentence, the prosecutor told her trial Friday.

Hong Kong revives border village in alternative tourism push

Tourists in Hong Kong are flocking to the 300-year-old village of Kuk Po, whose decaying mansions and reed fields offer a respite from the city's famously frenetic pace.

Deadly teen knife crisis UK's 'new normal'

Recruited at the age of eight by a drugs gang, Rhys was part of Britain's violent knife crime "crisis" until his best friend was fatally stabbed and died in his arms.

'Nerve-racking': Inside the aerial battle to tame Los Angeles fires

Helicopter pilot Tim Thomas has fought dozens of wildfires all over the world, but nothing prepared him for the scale and the challenge of the devastating blazes that ripped through Los Angeles.

Climate change cooks up Japanese 'cabbage shock'

Japan's much-loved "tonkatsu" pork cutlets come with a mound of freshly shredded cabbage, but a surge in the price of the humble vegetable has prompted chef Katsumi Shinagawa to skimp on servings.

The Now Corporation's (OTC:NWPN) Subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., Targets Southwest Expansion with EV Charging and Community Solar Initiatives

PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 24, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN) is excited to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., is preparing to establish a significant presence in the Southwest, focusing on the New Mexico and Arizona markets. The company plans to collaborate with channel partners to drive the adoption of solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, a pivotal step in its commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable energy solutions.

Indonesia, France to sign deal to transfer Frenchman on death row

Indonesia and France will sign an agreement Friday for the transfer of a Frenchman who has languished on death row since 2007 for alleged drug offences, an Indonesian minister and sources close to the talks told AFP.

Federal judge blocks Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship

A federal judge on Thursday put a temporary block on US President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict birthright citizenship.

'Evil' UK child stabbing spree killer jailed for life

A judge on Thursday jailed for life a British teenager who killed three young girls in a frenzied stabbing spree, as the families wept in court at the horrific details of the "extreme violence" they suffered.

Overnight firefight tames new California blaze

Firefighters who battled through the night to tame a new blaze that erupted near Los Angeles appeared to be making progress on Thursday, even as dangerous fire weather continued throughout Southern California.

Germany knife attack on children reignites pre-vote migrant debate

A deadly knife attack on a kindergarten group in Germany, where an Afghan man was arrested at the scene, reignited a bitter immigration debate Thursday, a month before elections.

'Shattered souls': tears as UK child killer sentenced to life

A judge on Thursday jailed for life a British teenager who killed three young girls in a frenzied stabbing spree, as the families wept in court at horrific details of the "extreme violence" he inflicted on them.

'Shattered souls': tears as horror of stabbing spree retold at UK court

The families of children killed and wounded by a teenager in a UK knife rampage wept in court Thursday as they relived the chilling details of a frenzied attack on a girls' dance class.

Hibatullah Akhundzada: Afghanistan's reclusive Taliban leader

Secluded in his stronghold in southern Afghanistan, reclusive Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada is the cornerstone of the movement that has ruled the country unchallenged since reclaiming power in 2021, strictly enforcing Islamic law.

Spain govt to cover full cost of repairing flood-damaged buildings

Spain's central government will cover the full cost of rebuilding schools, libraries and other municipal buildings damaged in last year's deadly floods, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Thursday.

Tears, gasps as UK court hears horrific details of stabbing spree

The families of children killed and wounded by a teenager in a knife rampage that sparked the country's worst riots in years wept in court Thursday as prosecutors described the frenzied attack.

S.African anti-apartheid activists sue govt over lack of justice

Twenty-five families of victims and survivors of apartheid-era crimes are suing the South African government over a "gross failure" to investigate and prosecute perpetrators, said the rights group representing victims on Thursday.

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