Meet the Fighting Cholitas, Bolivia's indigenous women wrestlers who are battling for gender equality
Polonia Ana Choque Silvestre, better known by her stage name of Carmen Rosa, was one of Bolivia’s first female wrestlers. At 49, she is a grandmother and unlike many scantily clad American female wrestlers, she competed in a pleated skirt, shawl and b…
Government should nationalise Kenya Airways quickly -CEO
The government must move quickly to nationalise Kenya Airways as regional competitors seeking to carve out market share pour cash into their national carriers, the airline’s chief executive said. Lawmakers voted in July to re-nationalise the loss-maki…
S.Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former president Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over a $2 billion arms deal. The ruling paves the way for Zuma’s long-awaited trial to start in February 202…
Vatican returns relic from Jesus’ manger to Holy Land
Christians are celebrating the return to the Holy Land of a tiny wooden relic they believe was part of Jesus’ manger nearly 1,400 years after it was sent to Rome as a gift to the pope. The thumb-sized relic was unveiled to worshippers Friday at the No…
I'm not going to say how many children I have: UK PM Johnson
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday he would not say how many children he had, saying that he would not “put them on the pitch” ahead of the Dec. 12 election. “I love my children very much, but they are not standing at this election, a…
UPDATE 1-Russia arrests woman suspected of spying for Ukraine in Crimea
Russia has arrested a Russian woman in the Crimean city of Sevastopol on suspicion of treason for allegedly stealing military secrets on behalf of Ukraine, the Federal Security Service said on Friday. Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine in 2014 but Kie…
Elizabeth I revealed as the translator of Tacitus into English
Elizabeth I, one of England’s best-loved monarchs, has been revealed to be the translator behind an English version of an ancient text by Tacitus who described the high politics, treachery and debauchery of the Roman elite. A 16th Century translation …
Germany Eyes Tough Rules on Foreign Investment Amid China Worry
(Bloomberg) — Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government plans to tighten restrictions on foreign takeovers amid growing concerns China is scooping up Germany’s technology jewels.Economy Minister Peter Altmaier on Friday proposed setting up a government co…
UPDATE 1-European shares dip as trade caution lingers
European shares fell for the second straight session on Friday as investors grew fearful that China’s retaliation to a U.S. law backing Hong Kong protesters could threaten to derail negotiations on a trade truce between the two countries. On Thursday,…
Iraq's top Shi'ite cleric condemns anti-protester violence, 'vandals'
Iraq’s top Shi’ite Muslim cleric on Friday condemned the use of lethal force against protesters and urged demonstrators to reject acts of violence and vandalism, warning against another spiral of violence in the war-weary country. “Attacks against pe…
Here's how long Thanksgiving leftovers last
Here’s how long Thanksgiving leftovers last originally appeared on goodmorningamerica.comBefore making a Pilgrim sandwich or a turkey pot pie, be sure to check guidelines for the fridge life of your favorite Thanksgiving eats.Here’s how long your leftovers will last in the fridge, freezer or both, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.TurkeyLasts four days in the fridge.Four months in freezer for best quality — after four months it can dry out and lose flavor.How to store turkey:Cut leftover turkey into small pieces and store separately in small containers. …
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