A playful Atlantic harbour seal has become an unlikely social media sensation after a video of him hugging, kissing and playing with a yellow rubber duck captured the hearts of animal lovers around the world.
An England football fan who spent his life savings to take his grandfather to the FIFA World Cup has received an unexpected surprise after a company reimbursed the entire cost of the trip.
South African entertainment company eMedia has announced a new content licensing partnership with streaming giant Netflix that will see selected E-tv original productions made available to audiences across Africa.
An English sports journalist has been reunited with a wallet he unknowingly lost more than three decades ago after it was discovered during a community project in West Yorkshire.
WhatsApp is rolling out a long-awaited usernames feature that will allow users to connect without sharing their phone numbers, in what the messaging platform describes as a major privacy enhancement.
Music legend Lionel Richie was forced to cut short the opening performance of his "Sing a Song All Night Long Tour" after reportedly falling ill on stage during a concert in Minnesota.
Grammy Award-winning South African singer Tyla is making her mark on the big screen, lending her voice to the latest instalment of the beloved Toy Story franchise.
India's film industry is facing growing debate over its long-standing culture of demanding work schedules, as actors and filmmakers weigh in on proposals to limit shooting days to eight hours.
The countdown has officially begun for one of Phoenix’s most loved community celebrations as Phoenix Child Welfare prepares to host the highly anticipated Phoenix Charity Fair at the Rydalvale Grounds from May 29 to June 7.
Apple Inc. has announced that chief executive officer Tim Cook will step down in September, handing over leadership of the tech giant to longtime executive John Ternus.
In the heart of Rio de Janeiro, where the hum of urban life rarely pauses, a quiet transformation is unfolding inside Tijuca National Park, one that is restoring both nature and a sense of wonder.
Emerging music artist D4vd has been arrested in connection with the murder of a teenage girl whose dismembered body was discovered in a vehicle registered in his name, authorities in Los Angeles confirmed on Thursday.
Australian authorities have launched an investigation into a historical sexual assault allegation involving US pop star Katy Perry, according to police and media reports on Wednesday.
A major new shopping destination is set to open in Empangeni later this month, bringing several national retail brands to the region for the first time.
The Greek government has gone the extra mile to ensure no family members were left behind organising a special evacuation flight from the United Arab Emirates for citizens and their beloved pets.
An act of compassion has transformed the life of an elderly delivery driver after a woman in Manchester helped spark a wave of generosity that raised nearly $1 million.
The creator of Pokémon Go, Niantic, is repurposing years of player-generated augmented reality (AR) data to help train autonomous delivery robots to navigate complex urban environments.
Scientists have discovered that chimpanzees appear to be naturally drawn to crystals, showing a clear preference for shiny, glittering stones and even keeping them in their sleeping areas.
Nature enthusiasts in the United Kingdom are celebrating the remarkable return of the striking Large Tortoiseshell Butterfly, a species once thought lost from the country.
A spectacular wildflower display is unfolding across Death Valley National Park, where the largest and most vibrant spring bloom in nearly a decade is transforming the desert landscape.
Staff members at The Standard received an unforgettable reward after the restaurant’s owners treated their entire team to a three-day cruise to the Bahamas.
A teenager who once worked supermarket shifts has swung into an unexpected career bringing smiles to children while earning far more than he ever did behind the checkout.
Pop superstar Rihanna’s home in Los Angeles was struck by gunfire on Sunday afternoon after a woman allegedly opened fire on the property while the singer was reportedly inside.
A man searching for a more meaningful path after prison has turned a simple skill into a lifeline for people living on the streets of Philadelphia.
