Posts by Cosmopolitan Canada
China’s ‘Venice Of The East’ Is A Historic Canal City Near Shanghai With Arched Bridges And Lantern-Lit Waterways
Just west of Shanghai lies beautiful Suzhou, a city so crisscrossed by canals, lakes and waterways that it has long been dubbed the ‘Venice of the East.’ Despite being a city with an urban population of over 8 million, Suzhou’s center is a haven of calm traditional Chinese aesthetics, with idyllic gardens threaded together by narrow…
Read MoreThree arrested in Paris after attempted bomb attack outside Bank of America
Three people have been arrested in connection with a suspected foiled bomb attack on the Bank of America’s headquarters in Paris, France’s anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office said. An initial suspect was detained at the scene after he placed a device containing five litres of liquid, believed to be fuel, and an ignition system close to the…
Read MoreIranian-backed militias escalate in Iraq, targeting Kurdistan Region president Nechirvan Barzani
The attack has been condemned by France and Iraq, but Iran has distanced itself from the incident. Iranian-backed militias in Iraq, which have targeted the Kurdistan Region of northern Iraq more than 400 times, escalated their attacks on Saturday, targeting the regional president Nechirvan Barzani’s house. The attack has been condemned by France and also…
Read MoreHumpback whale freed by rescuers in Baltic Sea has become stranded again
BERLIN (AP) — A humpback whale that was freed after becoming stuck for several days in shallow water at a Baltic Sea resort in Germany was stranded again on Saturday after failing to find its way back to the Atlantic Ocean. The complicated and delicate efforts to rescue the 12-15 meter (39-49 feet) whale off…
Read MoreIAF intercepts over 90% of drones launched by Iran, Hezbollah during Operation Roaring Lion
The IDF uses several means to intercept enemy drones, though the Iron Beam laser system has yet to significantly affect drone intrusions. The IAF has downed more than 90% of the drones launched at Israel by Iran and its Lebanese proxy, Hezbollah, since the commencement of Operation Roaring Lion late last month, the IDF said…
Read MoreBond Girl Ursula Andress’ $23 Million Fortune Once ‘Fraudulently Misappropriated’ Was Allegedly Found
Ursula Andress, best known as the original Bond girl in the first James Bond film Dr. No, was allegedly swindled out of millions of dollars by her financial advisers. However, authorities in Italy revealed on Thursday, March 26, “Assets fraudulently misappropriated from Ursula Andress have been identified.” The law enforcement agency Guardia di Finanza added…
Read MoreThe Drone Video of the Year is stunning – you’ve not seen Namibia like this
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The Drone Video of the Year showcases Namibia from a unique perspective and has secured the top prize of US$1,000 . | Credit: Muhamad AbuShakra Drone footage reveals perspectives that cameras can’t get from the ground. In Namibia…
Read MoreUganda ‘on the side of Israel’ amid Iran war, defense chief claims
“Israel has a right to exist and attacks against her must stop,” Uganda’s Chief of Defense Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba said during a series of X/Twitter posts expressing his support. Uganda’s Chief of Defense Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba expressed his support for Israel amid the ongoing war with Iran in a series of posts on…
Read MoreSouth Africa’s police chief to appear in court over controversial health contract
The head of South Africa’s police force has been summoned to appear in court in connection with a health contract that is the subject of a criminal investigation. General Fannie Masemola “was served with a notice to appear in court” on 21 April over his alleged role in the awarding of a controversial $21m (£15.5m)…
Read MoreMonique Lester: Building a Global Modeling Career Through Confidence, Authenticity, and Vision
Monique Lester’s journey into the global modeling spotlight is a testament to persistence, authenticity, and an unwavering belief in her own potential. With features in internationally recognized publications such as Playboy and FHM, she has established herself as more than just a model she represents a modern narrative of ambition meeting opportunity through consistent effort.…
Read MoreIran says projectile hit site of Bushehr nuclear power plant
A projectile has again struck the site of the Bushehr nuclear power plant, Iran reported on Tuesday. The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran stated via the state news agency IRNA that no one was injured. There was also no damage to the power plant’s facilities. A projectile had already struck the power station site last…
Read MoreKnesset passes law expanding powers of Israel’s rabbinic courts to arbitrate civil matters
Under the law, rabbinical courts may act as arbitrators only with the consent of all parties. A law that will expand the power of rabbinic and Sharia courts in Israel and grant them authority to act as arbitrators in limited civil matters was passed in the Knesset plenum in the early hours of Tuesday morning.…
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