https://newslive360.com http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Sat, 27 Apr 2024 05:24:15 +0200 Following extremely heavy rains near the Nigerian capital of Lagos, 118 inmates have escaped from prison in Suleja.The rainstorm lasted several hours and caused major damage to parts of the medium-security prison. This includes the perimeter wall and surrounding buildings.The storm and escape took place on Wednesday. By Thursday, spokesperson Adama Duza confirmed that service agents were hunting t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18063 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 21:37:59 +0200 Dramatic scenes unfolded in the coastal town of Dunsborough in Australia when 160 whales beached.Wildlife officials had to act quickly and pull in all their resources to return the stranded animals to sea. Luckily, the operation ended in some success when more than 100 pilot whales were returned to sea.Ian Wiese, Chair of Geographe Marine Research group formed part of the team that orchestrated th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18062 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 21:36:37 +0200 SUVs are one of those cars we love to hate. We’ve sort of always been against them because the rise of SUVs has meant automakers have put more attention into the category which meant less attention on sedans and hatchbacks. But on the other hand, we like them when they’re big and beautiful and fast, especially the fast part. One of the best in our books, well a few of the best, come from the A... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18061 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:42:08 +0200 The Beijing Motor Show is one of the biggest of its kind, and it grows as fast as the Chinese car market. The international show attracts automakers from across the globe, many of them doing their best to get their latest products into the market. The car buying market in China has different tastes to the Western world, and so we often see familiar models with light tweaks to make them happy, like... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18060 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:44:35 +0200 An 89-year-old man named Mitsuo Tanigami made it his goal to see Sayuri and Naoya, his children. Despite the fact that both are adults and live far away, he chose to ride his bicycle on the picturesque route. It's a remarkable accomplishment for the loving father to have cycled several hundred miles in nine days to cover half of the country from Kobe to Tokyo. Tanigami ran a photo studio for many ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18059 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:39:25 +0200 Seeing a dog mature and change is one of the cutest parts of having one. Many grow multiple times larger while transitioning from mischievous little puppies to devoted companions. The adjustments were somewhat different for a dog by the name of Buster. Buster's fur has completely changed from black to white over the past 2.5 years. The procedure was recorded by Matt Smith, Buster's human. When Bus... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18058 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:31:41 +0200 An astrolabe from the eleventh century that has Arabic, Hebrew and Western numbers scripture demonstrates the close cooperation of several faiths and civilisations. Dr. Federica Gigante of the University of Cambridge talks about this scientific device in a recent paper. She found it through a picture that was posted to a Verona, Italy, museum.The museum, unaware of the astrolabe's existence and su... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18057 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:21:48 +0200 In a bid to get rid of the huge number of noise complaints, the city of Milan wants to ban the selling of late-night snacks like ice cream and pizza.The city’s local government has filed a legislative starting paper citing its effort to protect the “peace and health” of its residents.If passed, the new law will come into effect in May and will set to last until November. This will include th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18056 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:24:32 +0200 The trailer for the much-anticipated third Deadpool movie has been released. Besides starring two big names in Hollywood, football fans think they’ve spotted another familiar face.The new Marvel movie features Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman as superheroes and fans have been waiting in anticipation for its release.Now, some fans believe they’ve spotted Wrexham AFC’s striker Ollie Palmer’s c... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18055 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:22:44 +0200 The Ferrari F12 is one of the Ferraris that doesn’t quite make our nether regions tingle. I mean yeah, it’s a Ferrari, but not all are equal. It has odd dimensions, and that long sloping bonnet doesn’t really match the rest of the design, but there wasn’t really much of a choice because it needed that extra length to properly house a monstrous V12 powerplant. We’re probably not the targe... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18053 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:18:26 +0200 Switzerland is one step closer to ban the Nazis’ swastika emblem. This movement forms part of the country’s crackdown on extremist symbols. Switzerland is known for being a neutral country that openly discourages extremist acts and symbols.Since the recent attacks by Hamas in Israel, antisemitic incidents have increased in Switzerland. These incidents urged the lower house of parliament to vot... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18052 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:45:42 +0200 The world’s largest maker of electric vehicles has lowered its prices in China, Germany and the United States. This comes after Tesla’s competitors are increasing their market share.The prices of four models sold in China were slashed on Sunday. The Model Y, Tesla’s best-selling car in the country, is now for sale at its lowest price ever.According to the company’s German website, the pric... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18051 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:40:31 +0200 Paris is renowned for its cuisine, fashion, art, and architecture. Long commutes and running errands are among the much more routine parts of city life for residents. You can do these by vehicle, bicycle, moped, or public transportation. According to a recent study and a report published in April 2024 by L'Institut Paris Région, commutes in Paris are becoming more environmentally friendly. The la... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18050 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:24:03 +0200 Scholars who study history use these ancient documents as a means of comprehending and piecing together the various cultures. The codices of San Andrés Tetepilco, three pictographic records of Mexican history from the 16th and 17th centuries—a pivotal time in the country's history—serve as an example of such documents. During this time, the Aztec empire gave way to the Viceroyalty of New Spai... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18049 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:17:02 +0200 Penguins are born into harsh environments in Antarctica. A chick needs both of its parents to provide careful attention to survive; they must alternate in keeping the fledgling warm and fed. Penguin chicks embark on a daring adventure of their own when they are six months old—they swim for the first time. Under the direction of Bertie Gregory, a group of National Geographic videographers produce... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18048 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:09:26 +0200 Space contains black holes, which are regions with extremely strong gravity from which nothing can escape, not even light. Both science fiction readers and astronomers find these mysteries to be fascinating. We're getting a better idea of how black holes function thanks to the efforts of a global collaboration. Furthermore, the more we understand about them, the more the history of the Milky Way, ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18047 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:58:21 +0200 Over time, life expectancy has increased, mostly as a result of advancements in medicine and improved access to healthcare. Compared to our ancestors who lived a century or more ago, people in the developed world have a far higher chance of living into old age. Despite the significant death toll from the COVID-19 pandemic, a recent study by researchers from the Institute for Health Metrics and Eva... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18046 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:51:14 +0200 Across France and the globe, millions of people were captivated to watch as Notre Dame caught fire in 2019. A large portion of the roof and spires were destroyed in the terrible fire, which also seriously damaged the priceless artwork inside the church. The passage of time has demonstrated how medieval and modern architecture can coexist and rebuild. The cathedral was built using traditional metho... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18045 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:39:19 +0200 Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, a chess prodigy, has achieved too much already at the age of 18. He became an international master at the age of ten. He was the second youngest grandmaster at that time when he attained the title two years later. He is presently vying to play against a fellow grandmaster and current world champion Ding Liren at the World Chess Championship 2024, having been ranked as th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18044 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:32:08 +0200 The Porsche Cayenne was one of the first SUVs to come from a manufacturer that specialised in sportscars and supercars, over the last 22 years it’s been one of the most popular choices for those with the means to afford one. The GTS has always been a top choice in the lineup, and it’s just been updated for 2025. With GTS standing for Gran Turismo Sport, you can expect these German SUVs to be a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18040 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:57:23 +0200 Guinness World Records have been around for many, many years and getting your name listed isn’t easy or cheap. Guinness World Records began in 1951 when Sir Hugh Beaver, the managing director of the Guinness Brewery, found himself in an argument while on a hunting expedition about what the fastest game bird in Europe is. With no source of info, Beaver recognised a need for a comprehensive and re... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18039 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:51:19 +0200 The construction of new hotels will be banned by the city of Amsterdam. This was announced by the city’s local government.“We want to make and keep the city liveable for residents and visitors. This means: No overtourism, no new hotels, and no more than 20 million hotel overnight stays by tourists per year. “There are only three reasons why the construction or development of a new hotel will... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18038 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 21:12:37 +0200 A woman in Brazil has been taken into custody after she took the body of a dead man to a bank in Rio de Janeiro.Footage of the woman’s actions in the bank has been doing the rounds on social media. It shows the woman at the counter of the bank propping up the head of what seems to be an elderly man in a wheelchair and then trying to manipulate his hand’s movement in such a way so that he could... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18037 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 21:11:19 +0200 Every year, Time Magazine releases a list of that year’s most influential people in the world. The list is compiled annually and is suggested by cultural and political icons.These icons are asked to highlight the changemakers of the past year. Usually, there are people from different industries including entertainment, sports, science, and politics.Every person on the list gets a feature written... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18036 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 21:09:43 +0200 Three African runners deliberately slowed down near the Beijing Marathon’s finish line so that a Chinese runner could win.That’s according to the race’s organisers who have since disqualified all four athletes and revoked their trophies and medals. Their bonuses will also be withdrawn.He Jie from China can be seen pushed to the front and encouraged by the African runners.The African athletes... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18035 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 21:08:06 +0200 According to mid-month fuel-price data released by the Central Energy Fund (CEF), fuel prices are to change next month.Petrol prices are expected to increase by around 30c per litre while diesel is set to decrease by at least 26c per litre.The expected changes are due to a rise in international oil prices which increased from around $86.09/barrel on 27 March to $90.45/barrel by 12 April.TopAuto re... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18034 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:49:10 +0200 It’s been more than 20 years since the first Harry Potter movie was released and now Warner Bros. Discovery is about to launch the TV version of the books.According to CEO David Zaslav, the TV studio has “not been shy about our excitement around Harry Potter”.Out of the seven books written by J.K. Rowling, eight movies were made. The seventh book was made into two movies with a part one and ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18033 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:18:03 +0200 Four athletes who competed in Sunday’s Beijing half marathon is being investigated. This comes after allegations have emerged that three African athletes allowed China’s star runner He Jie to win the race.Video footage of the controversial win shows Robert Keter and Willy Mnangat from Kenya, alongside Ethiopia’s Dejen Hailu slowing down and pointing to the line so that He could pass them on ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18032 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:35:57 +0200 Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga has announced that her department is ready to start printing the new licence cards before the end of April.The new licence cards were meant to be rolled out at the end of March already, but Chikunga said her department hadn’t yet awarded a tender for the new printer in January. If everything goes to plan, the process will be finalised before the end of the m... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18031 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:33:55 +0200 One of the most popular tourist destinations in the nation's capital is the cherry trees of Washington, D.C., which attract thousands of visitors each spring. Regretfully, it was revealed that 140 of these trees would be destroyed as part of the Tidal Basin restoration project. In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Japan has stepped up and agree... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18030 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 18:52:50 +0200 Even now, Pompeii is a city of wonders emerging from the ruins. At this location, excavations have occurred intermittently since the 18th century. A fresh excavation started about a year ago, and as it develops, more proof of Roman occupation in the city keeps turning up. The most recent amazing find is a hall featuring magnificent fresco paintings that portray mythological scenes. Within the spac... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18029 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 18:47:13 +0200 A lot of artists put a lot of effort into their work, anticipating the day when galleries and museums will finally show it. One creative decided to take matters into his own hands rather than wait for that invitation. In an attempt to launch his career, a staff member at a German museum bored two holes in the wall and mounted his painting. He was immediately let go from the museum, much to his dis... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18028 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 18:38:33 +0200 If you follow new technologies and automotive companies, one that’s popped up a lot in recent years is Rezvani Motors. Revani is a relatively new but rapidly growing American automaker known for its high-performance sports cars and rugged off-road vehicles and the stuff they produce is even linked to the military. The company, based in Irvine, California was founded by Ferris Rezvani in 2014 and... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18023 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:12:48 +0200 In a bit of a weird kind of meet-up, one of the top chaps from Audi met up with a top chap from Ducati and they did what any car guys would do - they talked shop. To make the day even better, they sampled one another’s products too. While the two products in question couldn’t be more different, they both have the same sort of go-fast DNA and are built with the same passion for making the best ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18022 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:08:31 +0200 A city in the middle of the desert was hit by massive storms and weather experts have warned that there might be more rain on the way.Dubai was hit with torrential rain on Tuesday after it left 18 people dead in Oman. The storms led to widespread flash floods across the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain.Several malls were hit with floods and schools were shut. Schools are expected to be shut on Wed... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18021 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 21:15:56 +0200 Donald Trump is on trial after being accused of criminally altering business records. The lawsuit states that the former US president is believed to have paid $130,000 to adult film actress Stormy Daniels.Daniels was paid the money during the 2016 election after she threatened to share her story of their affair with news outlets. Trump’s team argues that the money wasn’t paid to keep her quiet... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18020 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:46:23 +0200 The historic stock exchange building in Denmark’s capital city has gone up in flames.Onlookers were shocked on Thursday when flames and smoke could be seen from several blocks away in Copenhagen’s city centre.The building, which used to house the country’s main stock exchange before it moved, was undergoing extensive renovations.The flames were spotted by one of the contract workers. The wor... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18019 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:19:08 +0200 A new record for the longest plank held by a female has been set by DonnaJean Wilde, 58, of Alberta, Canada. This incredible feat involved holding a plank in the correct position for four hours, thirty minutes, and eleven seconds. A mother of five and a grandmother of twelve, Wilde's accomplishment demonstrates both her remarkable physical stamina and mental dexterity. As one might expect, some re... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18018 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:51:13 +0200 The PET Lamp Project was started in 2011 by Spanish designer Alvaro Catalán de Ocón as a response to the problem of plastic waste in the Colombian Amazon. The project's goal is to reuse PET plastic bottles. The environmentally conscious designer has been collaborating with traditional craft communities worldwide, such as those in Ethiopia, Colombia, Chile, Japan, and Chile, for the past five yea... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18017 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:45:18 +0200 Damien Guerot has been granted a visa and invited to stay in Australia for as long as he wants to. This comes after he tried to stop the knifeman who killed six people and injured 12 others at a mall in Bondi.Joel Cauchi randomly attacked people during the incident during broad daylight inside the mall.Guerot confronted the knifeman with a bollard at the escalator. Soon after, a female police offi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18016 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:22:51 +0200 We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, Red Bull has to be the absolute coolest company on the planet when it comes to creating interesting content. The energy drink giant is the absolute best thing to happen to the world of action and extreme sports, their involvement and sponsorships have helped create celebrities that are instantly recognisable. The biggest thing they do is Formula One... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18015 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 16:59:51 +0200 The biggest music star in the world’s music is back on TikTok.For a couple of months, Taylor Swift’s music wasn’t available on the hugely popular social media platform. This was due to Swift’s music distributor, Universal Music Group, pulling the music of all its artists.Other artists whose music was also not available since January include Camila Cabello, Rihanna, and Ariana Grande. Unive... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18014 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:58:17 +0200 Actors Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner’s daughter made their first appearance as a gender-neutral person.The 15-year-old Fin Affleck was formerly known as Seraphina, the middle child of the Hollywood stars.Fin’s first appearance took place at a memorial service for Jennifer’s dad, William Garner who passed away recently.At the service, Fin shared their memories of their grandfather and read ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18013 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:39:23 +0200 Netflix has been in talks with Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle to produce two new shows.The streaming platform has commissioned the former royals to work on two new non-fiction shows.At this stage, the names and launch dates for both shows haven’t been revealed yet although the themes that they will be centred around have been announced.While one of the shows will be a lifestyle show, th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18012 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:24:20 +0200 A bishop was attacked during a service on Sunday following a spree of stabbings at a shopping centre. Both incidents took place in the Australian city of Sydney.During Sunday’s attack, an online video shows Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel repeatedly being stabbed during his service at the Christ the Good Shepherd church. The bishop was stabbed in the head and his upper body.The service was livestreamed... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18011 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:09:23 +0200 Celebrations will be in full swing at the Heritage Hub in Turin as the iconic Abarth brand marks its 75th anniversary this year. An exclusive and large exhibition has been curated to showcase the storied history of the Scorpion brand alongside some of its latest offerings and even a concept or two. Among the highlights is of course the stunning little Abarth 695 75° Anniversario, the limited-edit... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18010 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:55:52 +0200 Across northern and western Europe, the Celts were an Iron Age people. In Spain and other places, powerful tribes ruled over large areas of territory. The Celts had a strong artistic and military presence and were well-known for their exquisite gold jewellery and intricate stonework designs. Finding jewellery in situ is a unique chance to gain more insight into this ancient society, as jewellery w... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18009 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:38:08 +0200 Giving blood offers someone in need a glimmer of hope. This is the reason Josephine Michaluk, an 81-year-old resident of Alberta, Canada, is dedicated to providing this kind of assistance to others. She actually holds the record for the most blood units donated in a lifetime. When Michaluk, then 22 years old, went to a blood donation appointment with her sister in 1965, that is when her acts of ki... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18008 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:32:44 +0200 Russ Cook covered the entire length of Africa in 352 days. The 27-year-old West Sussex native left South Africa on April 22, 2023, and on Sunday, he arrived at the coast of Tunisia, ending his journey. Cook ran 9,940 miles (16,000 kilometres) in total, averaging roughly 47 miles (65 kilometres) per day, except for days missed due to illness or other unavoidable circumstances. Cook, whose Instagram... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18007 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:22:24 +0200 For a long time, scientists believed they could look for signs of extraterrestrial life by analysing the ice on planetary bodies. The discovery of ice on Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto presents a plethora of intriguing opportunities for scientists. According to a recent study, scientists would only need one ice grain instead of having to remove an ice core from a planetary body ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18006 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:17:03 +0200 There’s nothing quite like an all-new Alfa Romeo, especially when it looks this good. You can check posts on various online forums about the reliability of Alfa Romeo cars from classic to new having questionable reliability, but while there are people with that line of thinking, there’s no denying just how good-looking they are. The all-new Alfa Romeo Milano looks stunning, and with it being t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18002 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 11:36:34 +0200 The Lamborghini Revuelto is the Italian automaker’s raucous entry into the world of hybrid-electric supercars, and it’s an engineering and technical marvel. Besides the superb Lamborghini styling, the Revuelto features an all-new hybrid-assisted that will lead the company’s way into the future. The powerplant, dubbed the L545, in the Revuelto may be a hybrid but at the serious end of things ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18001 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:17:15 +0200 The Ford Focus ST was culled from the South African market back in 2019, and it’s a damn pity because it was actually quite a popular choice for those in the hot hatch phase of their lives. All sorts of excuses were given as to why it wasn’t coming to SA anymore, but none of them made sense to fans of the iconic nameplate. This here SXdrv writer has always been a fan of them since the very fir... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18000 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 12:29:55 +0200 If you have the means, you can go on a journey through turbocharged automotive history with Porsche at the 2024 instalment of Retro Classics Stuttgart at the end of April. The iconic sports car manufacturer will be commemorating a monumental milestone: "Beyond Performance – 50 Years of Porsche Turbo." Retro Classics Stuttgart draws enthusiasts from around the globe, making it the perfect stage f... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17999 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 09:51:24 +0200 When you picture a gecko, you most likely picture a small, green reptile. Perhaps even the talking Geico gecko is in your thoughts. However, geckos are actually multicoloured animals. For instance, a gold dust gecko has red and blue highlights in addition to the traditional, nearly neon green colour.On the other hand, a Mediterranean house gecko is pink and has pebbles. Two new species of gecko ha... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17998 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 20:58:26 +0200 Two plaintiffs have accused French luxury brand Hermes of being too exclusive and exploiting the “incredible market power” they own.The complaint was filed against Hermes in a Northern California district court.The lawsuit states that Hermes drives up the price of their famous Birkin bag and thereby increases their own profits. This results in an “illegal tying arrangement” that violates U... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17995 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 18:18:08 +0200 Disgraced former American footballer OJ Simpson has died at the age of 76.The news of Simpson’s passing due to cancer was announced by his family.“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren. During his time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace.�... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17994 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 18:06:19 +0200 Amateur astronomer Elias Chasiotis has been fascinated by the sky since he was a young child. He's especially interested in eclipses, and he recently traveled to Qatar to witness the annular solar eclipse. Even though photographing the eclipse was hampered by clouds, Chasiotis was rewarded with something even more magnificent. The eclipse was already occurring as the sun rose above the waters, cre... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17993 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 20:30:12 +0200 Dan Martland, a photographer, has always been inspired by the famous skyline of New York City. He enjoys stormy skies because they often result in interesting shots. When Martland captured a unique image of a lightning strike hitting Lady Liberty last week during a storm in the city, he was undoubtedly fortunate. Even though Martland has previously photographed lightning striking the Statue of Lib... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17992 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 20:20:36 +0200 Lamborghini’s Huracán is easily the Italian automaker’s most popular supercar they’ve made. Since it was launched way back in 2014 there have been quite a few variations and updates to keep it competitive in the highly-competitive market segment it plays in. Being the supercar of choice for some of the most popular YouTube channels and celebrities has also helped the car’s popularity. Whe... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17991 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 17:59:01 +0200 The Bentley Bentayga has been around for nearly ten years now, it was a surprise release from the British luxury automaker. While the world was starting to lap up SUVs, some of the major players were still a little hesitant but Bentley dropped the Bentayga on the world and proved that you can have all the luxury of a Bentley added into an SUV, and even give it some decent power. Bentley has always... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17990 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 14:24:35 +0200 Mansory is a world-famous aftermarket concern that’s capable of some of the most amazing work in the automotive world, but these guys have a somewhat weird reputation. While the work they do is absolutely brilliant, the styling is often a hit or a miss. The company is known for going over the top with some of its builds, but the level of the extremes differs from car to car. Some cars are vastly... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17989 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 13:30:36 +0200 Here at SXdrv, we’re fans of MANHART and their builds. The famous German aftermarket tuner creates some of the best upgrade packages for loads of modern cars, especially the German ones, which makes perfect sense. They also have a dedicated section of the company that specialises in restomod projects on some of the most iconic cars of the past. With these builds they combine the best of modern m... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17988 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:47:58 +0200 Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced he plans to visit South Africa in the coming months.According to Business Day, Zelensky plans to pay the country an official state visit in the next few months as part of his African charm offensive amid a debilitating war with Russia.Although South Africa and Russia have a good relationship and both countries form part of BRICS along with Brazil... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17987 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 21:18:37 +0200 The 2024 solar eclipse created a few magical moments in some North American countries.The first state in the United States to experience the natural phenomenon was Texas just after noon on Monday 8 April.Not only did the few minutes of total darkness during the day cause excitement among people, but it’s also a rare phenomenon that will only occur again in the United States in 2044.The eclipse w... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17986 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 21:03:18 +0200 If you’re also a lifelong Volkswagen fanatic chances are high that you’re a fan of a bunch of the offerings that fall under the VAG banner. Sister company Audi has some amazing cars and one of the best and most expensive you can get is, or was, the R8. While expensive, it was still the supercar for the masses and it has been a great-selling car worldwide. The original V8-powered one had one of... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17985 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:11:27 +0200 In the extensive Audi lineup, we have a few personal favourites, and if we remove the R8 from the equation because it’s no longer available, the next car of choice would be one of the automaker’s hatchbacks. The first prize is obviously the RS3 as that’s the top dog of the lot, possibly even the best hatchback from any automaker, but just one step down on the model ladder is the S3. Without ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17984 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 12:07:25 +0200 Local police in Los Angeles have revealed that a massive cash heist took place on Easter Sunday. The thieves managed to steal $30 million and caused experts to call this one of the biggest heists in the city’s history.The heist took place at a money storage facility in the city’s San Fernando Valley area. The facility is used to handle and store cash from businesses in the region.Now, an exper... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17983 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 20:48:35 +0200 Tightened work visa rules are now in place for those hoping to migrate to New Zealand. This comes after the country has reached “unsustainable” migration levels.Immigration Minister Erica Stanford said the aim is to rebuild the economy.“Getting our immigration settings right is critical to this government’s plan to rebuild the economy.”According to authorities, a near-record 173,000 peop... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17982 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 20:25:48 +0200 Particularly for those who own one at home, pianos are more than just basic musical instruments for many people. But bidding them farewell can feel like you're throwing away a treasured heirloom when they start to deteriorate and lose their playability. Thankfully, David Cox, an Australian sculptor, has created a substitute that raises this exquisite instrument from the ashes. The artist creates s... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17980 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 18:39:28 +0200 It's likely that if you've seen Titanic, you've participated in the most passionate discussion regarding the star-crossed lovers in the film. Was there space on that fateful floating door for both Jack and Rose? Whichever side you take, there's no denying that this movie prop plays a significant role in one of the biggest films to date. When the door was put up for auction as part of a movie-theme... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17979 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 18:34:03 +0200 We’re fans of weird and different things here at SXdrv, which is why we subscribe to the Edmunds Cars channel over on YouTube. They do things differently from the rest, especially when it comes to testing cars. The vast majority of motoring review sites and channels either get a car to test and review and pit it against the clock over a predetermined distance. Other channels get a pair of cars, ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17978 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 16:40:51 +0200 One of the most iconic names in the world of motorsport and extreme sports, Ken Block, has been gone for going on 16 months now. The professional driver and YouTube celebrity was tragically killed in a snowmobile accident on the 3rd of January 2023, but he left a lasting legacy that includes a host of specially directed and shot driving films. Together with the Hoonigan crew that he established, t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17977 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 13:52:56 +0200 A level 9 warning for damaging winds in Cape Town has been released by the South African Weather Services.Large parts of the Western Cape has been damaged due to the gale-force winds.Chapman’s Peak Drive and the Huguenot Tunnel have both been closed after the wind forced a truck’s trailer to be blown off a bridge. The incident happened on the N1 near the tunnel. Luckily, the truck driver manag... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17976 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 18:16:27 +0200 In 43 CE, the Roman Empire made its first incursion into Britain, marking the start of an ongoing imperial presence that continued until the empire's collapse in the fifth century. Villas, baths, military camps, and, of course, Roman religion were all brought to the region during the Roman occupation. Numerous artefacts from the Roman era, including mosaics, bathhouses, and coins, have been found ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17975 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 18:07:14 +0200 In the vicinity of his home on a chilly winter's day in Crystal, Minnesota, Mike Parker observed something strange. For as far as the eye could reach, golden kernels of corn covered the nearby train tracks. The most amazing thing of all was how much this enchanted scene resembled the fanciful Yellow Brick Road from The Wizard of Oz.Naturally, Parker posted a photo of the tracks to Twitter after ta... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17974 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 17:56:25 +0200 Hollywood actors Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher have announced their divorce.“After a long tennis match lasting over 20 years, we are finally putting our racquets down.”The couple announced their split in a social media post. According to the post, the couple jointly filed for divorce in 2023.“We have always prioritised our privacy, and have been quietly working through this change.”The... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17973 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 17:52:36 +0200 With winds of up to 155 miles per hour, the polar vortex is a vast ocean current that revolves around the Arctic. However, over the past few years, the vortex has been steadily growing faster and faster due to the effects of climate change. The vortex's trajectory changed most recently on March 4 when it began rotating counterclockwise. We know that it is common for polar vortexes to alter their t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17972 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 17:41:42 +0200 Many people travel with their dogs, or even cats, but Guirec Soudée embarks on his adventures with his pet hen, Monique, an unlikely animal companion. With his cherished bird in tow, the 24-year-old Frenchman has been sailing around the world for two years. They left from the Canary Islands, which are close to Africa's west coast, traveled by ship to the Caribbean, and then hiked to Greenland, wh... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17971 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 17:33:35 +0200 Japan was hit by a terrible earthquake and tsunami in March 2011. 19,759 people lost their lives in the disaster, and 2,553 were still unaccounted for as of August 2022. Among them was Yuko Takamatsu, a woman whose body was never pulled from the water. At the age of 56, her husband Yasuo Takamatsu took diving lessons in an attempt to locate her and bring her home. The man has been searching for hi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17970 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 17:27:05 +0200 What many would consider impossible has already been accomplished by a man by the name of Laverne Biser. Born less than ten years after the Titanic sank, the Fort Worth resident has lived to be over 100 years old. Throughout his 105 years of life, Biser has developed a habit that further distinguishes him: he has seen twelve solar eclipses and is getting ready to see his thirteenth on April 8, 202... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17969 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 17:21:01 +0200 Gone is the Zimbabwean dollar as the African country welcomes the ZiG as its new currency.ZiG is short for Zimbabwe Gold and will replace the current currency. Over the last few years, the Zimbabwean dollar has tanked at an alarming speed sending inflation at an all-time high.During a monetary policy statement, Reserve Bank governor John Mushakyvabhu said “with effect from today… Banks shall c... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17968 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 17:17:41 +0200 Berdine Odendaal wants her R150,000 per month spending money, but the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) isn’t allowing it.Odendaal was, for several years, the alleged mistress of former disgraced Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste. Jooste committed suicide at his Hermanus mansion a day after he was fined millions of Rands by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority in March.Now, Odendaal wants the SARB t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17967 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 14:42:51 +0200 We’re fans of the content produced over at Carwow. Mat Watson and the crew not only get their hands on the weirdest and best combinations of cars to pit against each other over various distances, but the videos answer loads of the silly questions that motoring enthusiasts come up with. Most channels that review cars do the usual stuff, but Carwow puts cars together that aren’t really in the sa... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17966 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 16:23:25 +0200 McDonald’s has been around for 84 years now and as a result can be found in more countries than any other fast food restaurant. It was 45 years ago, in 1979, that the Happy Meal was created, it was a kid’s size meal that included a toy, the first of which were a McDoodle stencil, a McWrist wallet, an ID bracelet, a puzzle lock, a spinning top and a McDonaldland character-shaped eraser. Over th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17965 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 14:54:19 +0200 Back in the late '80s and early '90s, the best circuit motorsport on the planet wasn’t Formula One, it was the German Touring Car Championship, otherwise known as DTM. That’s the German abbreviation for Deutsche Tourenwagen-Meisterschaft, a race series that was packed with the coolest racecars of their time, as the name suggests, they were (mostly) German cars that raced in Germany, but they a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17964 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 13:39:24 +0200 In January of 2023, the world lost a motoring icon when Ken Block was tragically killed in a snowmobile accident. Being one of the first real YouTube celebrities means that for over 15 years motoring and motorsport fanatics were a part of his life, getting to know him through all the content uploaded across all the different social media platforms. Many took his death harder than if a relative die... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17963 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 10:04:02 +0200 Ancient people drank alcohol regularly because it was usually safer than tap water which might have been contaminated. Because wine played such a significant role in their culture, the ancient Romans were no different. They also drank a great deal of it, by all accounts. Archaeologists have recently been able to identify the flavour of their wine, giving us a taste of the past.Roman wine had a som... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17962 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 21:26:30 +0200 Divers off the coast of the Tasmanian Peninsula came across an odd sight while investigating a sunken shipwreck. They were initially taken aback by what they saw, but a closer look revealed that they had found an incredibly rare creature hiding inside the ship's hull. The handfish is the name given to the small, pale pink aquatic animal. This is an extremely rare sighting because they are critical... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17961 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 21:20:00 +0200 In 1974, amidst the turmoil of the oil crisis that killed the American muscle car, Audi unveiled something quite different from the norm: the compact Audi 50, which marked a rather significant milestone being the first compact car from a German automaker, any German automaker. The Audi 50 hit the market a month before the Mk1 Golf. The car featured an innovative design and great fuel efficiency so... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17957 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 17:20:13 +0200 The 1st of April, or April Fool's Day, is one of the weirdest days humans celebrate. There are a few theories about where the whole thing originates, and they’re all a bit odd. One theory is that in 1582 when France switched from the Julian that celebrated New Year at the end of March, some still celebrated it on this day instead of the New Year we know in the Gregorian calendar. They were fools... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17956 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 11:14:52 +0200 With the aim of getting rid of cheap counterfeits, the Japanese whisky industry plans to strictly define its standards.Japanese whisky is known for being extremely expensive, but still, it seems to be fighting for its place among its cheaper counterparts even though it has become respected across the world.Starting this month, Japanese whisky will be regulated by strict guidelines to ensure it’s... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17952 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 20:41:48 +0200 We frequently find ourselves clinging to happiness daily. In the best way possible, these instances encourage a positive attitude that spreads. However, have you ever given your definition of happiness any thought? Since happiness can be defined in a variety of ways, the World Happiness Report has been identifying the happiest countries in the world based on several factors each year since 2012.Th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17950 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 19:06:35 +0200 The McLaren Senna is one of the best, if not the best, creation to come out of the UK firm’s Woking factory. It’s not a new car, it was first released back in 2019, but it was ahead of its time and is still regarded by many as the best of all modern McLarens, and being named after a beloved Formula One driver added to its appeal. There’s an unofficial trio of McLarens referred to as the Ulti... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17949 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 11:34:41 +0200 It’s amazing to have been able to witness the rise of Hyundai. In the mid to late 90s, the first-generation Hyundai Accent arrived in SA, it was an affordable alternative to other budget cars of the time, but the brand still had a hard time making sales. In true South African brand blindness, not too many were willing to choose something other than the usual Volkswagen or Toyota offerings. The c... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17948 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:23:51 +0200 Fishermen's son John Deason was. He was not thought to be destined for greatness in the future, much like his future business partner, fellow tin miner Richard Oates. However, an Australian Gold Rush that began in New South Wales in 1851 altered their respective destinies. Thousands upon thousands of prospectors travelled to the Outback in the hopes of striking it lucky and finding gold. In 1853, ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17947 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:30:32 +0200 Artist Johannes Vermeer is a fascinating figure. The Dutch painter, who was only moderately successful in his day, passed away with a debt and a small collection of paintings. In actuality, he is currently only credited with 34 paintings, among them the well-known Girl with the Pearl Earring. But following the 1800s, Vermeer's fame grew, and these days, any news of one creates a stir. And that's p... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17946 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:25:13 +0200 Arguably, one of the most awesome creatures on the planet is the octopus. It has the ability to regrow amputated limbs, shoot ink to stun predators and change colour to blend in with its surroundings. These animals are also very intelligent; they can jimmy locks, solve puzzles, and navigate mazes. We can now see a rarely seen aspect of octopus life thanks to a viral video that the CBC posted.The v... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17945 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:18:37 +0200 One of the most biodiverse ecosystems to have ever existed on Earth, the Peruvian Amazon rainforest was submerged beneath a vast lake called Pebas approximately 16 million years ago. Among the species that called it home was the largest freshwater dolphin known to science. Paleontologist Aldo Benites-Palomino discovered a fossilised jaw bone while on a field trip around Peru's Napo River in 2018, ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17944 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:11:54 +0200 In an effort to improve the country’s low birth rate, South Korea is launching a high-speed train to connect the city of Seoul with the outer suburbs.Long commutes are one of the reasons why young people in the greater Seoul area are not getting married or starting families.Sky News reports that South Korea has the world’s lowest birth rate as the average number of expected babies for a South ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17941 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 14:48:37 +0200