From beats to ballots: What political rap lyrics tell us

Canada men's national team coach Jesse Marsch expressed his outrage regarding the Vancouver Whitecaps players feeling "poisoned" during their trip to Mexico for the CONCACAF Champions Cup final. In contrast, Whitecaps head coach Jesper Sorensen dismissed the notion that someone intentionally made his team sick. This incident highlights differing perspectives on the situation, with Marsch emphasizing the severity of the players' experience and Sorensen downplaying the claims of intentional harm. Full Article

On June 06, 2025, Palestinians in Gaza, the occupied West Bank, and East Jerusalem celebrated Eid al-Adha amidst ongoing Israeli bombardment, military raids, and severe restrictions affecting their communities. The event was marked by prayers held on the ruins of destroyed homes and mosques in Gaza City, illustrating the profound impact of the conflict on daily life. The images captured by Mohammad Asad for the Middle East Monitor highlight the resilience of the Palestinian people...

Ulrich Birkmaier, a senior conservator at the Getty Museum, confirms a recently restored painting of Hercules and Omphale is authentically by Artemisia Gentileschi, marking its first public display after extensive restoration. The canvas, which suffered significant damage during the 2020 Beirut explosion, reveals Gentileschi's remarkable talent at a pivotal moment in her career. The upcoming exhibition, *Artemisia’s Strong Women: Rescuing a Masterpiece*, highlights her work and acknowledges the historical neglect of her legacy, which has...

A Utah judge ruled that Ralph Leroy Menzies, a convicted killer on death row for 37 years, is competent enough to be executed despite his dementia. Menzies, sentenced for the 1988 murder of Maurine Hunsaker, understands the nature of his punishment, according to Judge Matthew Bates, who noted that his cognitive decline does not violate the Eighth Amendment. Menzies, who has chosen a firing squad for execution, plans to appeal the ruling, as his attorneys...

After four days in the vibrant Orchard Road, the author spends a night at the newly opened Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, located within the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. The resort, designed with biophilic principles, offers amenities like a rooftop infinity pool and a Banyan Tree Spa, and emphasizes sustainability, receiving the Green Mark Super Low Energy certification. Guests can enjoy tailored wildlife experiences, including a Night Safari, while appreciating the resort's nature-inspired decor and...

Arnold Schwarzenegger on Climate Change and American DreamActor and activist Arnold Schwarzenegger urged people to "stop whining" about President Donald Trump's climate change policies, stating that Trump is not a barrier to progress. During an interview with Laura Kuenssberg at the Austrian World Summit, part of Schwarzenegger's Climate Initiative, he emphasized the need for action rather than complaints. Additionally, he discussed the American dream and mentioned his son, Patrick Schwarzenegger, while reflecting on his political...