The leaders of the G7 countries gathered on Saturday to say they are ready to act if needed so that energy can keep moving around the world. They also highlighted how crucial it is to protect sea lanes, especially those near the Strait of Hormuz. The ministers from Canada, France, Germany, Italy,
The United States is currently lacking an effective counterterrorism plan, especially as it faces new threats from the Iran conflict. In early March a naturalized citizen opened fire in an Austin bar, killing three people before police ended the attack. A week later, teens with ties to Islamic S
Nevada has hit a prediction market platform with a two-week ban, stopping people from trading on sports, elections, and entertainment outcomes without proper licenses. Courts will soon decide if this pause turns permanent while legal fights rage on. The company involved calls these contracts financi
A recent survey found that nine percent of people who signed up for Affordable Care Act plans last year had to drop their coverage because premiums were climbing too fast. The same study shows that about eighty percent of respondents feel every medical bill is higher than it was a year ago. Mo
Every time you see a slippery rock in a stream or a slimy hull on a boat, you’re looking at biofilms—thin layers of microbes stuck to surfaces. These microscopic communities don’t just stick around by accident. They produce special proteins called adhesins, especially at one end of the cell, to glue
Women who reach menopause before age 40 face a noticeably higher chance of heart attacks throughout their lives. Studies show that these women experience about 40 % more fatal and non‑fatal heart attacks compared to those whose menopause occurs after 40. The risk gap is especially wide for Black wom
British forces have stepped up their help for Gulf allies facing new threats from Iran. The UK announced it will buy more lightweight missiles to strengthen air defence for both its own troops and regional partners. British fighter jets have already intercepted Iranian drones, but the navy faced c
Iran’s oil facilities in South Pars and Asaluyeh were struck on Wednesday, sparking a warning from Tehran that it could hit energy sites in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. The news sent Brent crude futures up more than 6 %, almost reaching $110 a barrel. Analysts say an assau
The Pacific Ocean is like a giant bathtub that never stops moving. Right now, it’s cooling down after a long phase called La Niña. Scientists say this phase is ending, and the ocean might warm up again soon. That warming phase is called El Niño, and it could show up as early as summer. El Niño and
Oppo has released a fresh foldable that could catch the eye of tech lovers who prefer a sleek, powerful phone. The new model arrives only in Asian markets for now, but its design and specs suggest it can compete with the top foldables on the market. The company’s main focus is making the crease alm
