Once considered taboo, cigarette smoking is making a cultural comeback among Gen Z, fueled by celebrity imagery, social media humor, and shifting lifestyle habits. Influencers and stars are ...

After decades of declining smoking rates, cigarettes are reemerging as a cultural symbol among Gen Z, fueled by celebrity imagery, social media trends, and shifting lifestyle habits. Experts cite ...

The Supreme Court ruling said there must be proof that a racial group was “intentionally” disadvantaged. The dissent called ...

ON AUGUST 5, 2024, a student-led uprising ended nearly 16 years of authoritarian rule in Bangladesh, forcing Sheikh Hasina to flee to India. For a brief moment, hope felt tangible — fear might recede, ...

Eight candidates are standing in Ward End, one of the most deprived areas of Birmingham, in the city council elections. Jane ...

LONDON — Britain in 2026 is a place where Jack Hur doesn’t feel safe wearing his Star of David pendant.

When Neville Wran led Labor to power in NSW on May 1, 1976 – 50 years ago – it was a close-run thing. It took 10 days to count the votes in all seats before he could claim government with a bare ...

Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Saturday (May 2, 2026).