Every time your phone updates your location, it’s not just sharing that data with your carrier. Tech companies, app developers, and even local governments collect this information to help sell ads, solve crimes, or sometimes just keep an eye on people. The Supreme Court is now deciding whether polic
Countries are pushing to make forced marriage a clear crime under international law. This move follows years of court rulings that already called it a crime against humanity. Judges in Sierra Leone, Cambodia, and the International Criminal Court have all ruled on cases where people were forced into
Climate shifts are reshaping the ocean, and Brazil’s coast faces big changes. The rough-toothed dolphin, a top ocean hunter, depends on specific waters to survive. But as temperatures rise and ocean chemistry shifts, these dolphins may struggle to find safe places to live. The same goes for their fo
A little-known company called Shuttle just teamed up with a Dogecoin-focused miner called United Dogecoin. Together, they’re making a big move to go public through a special merger. The deal includes $11 million in fresh funding to help United Dogecoin grow faster than private miners usually do. Th
The acting president of Venezuela announced that the lowest monthly wage will jump to $240, a move aimed at easing the burden on workers facing soaring prices. Pensions for retirees will also climb to $70, marking a 40‑percent increase, though officials said this may still fall short of what people
The weekend brought surprises across Philadelphia sports. In the NHL, the Flyers shocked their rivals by taking a 3‑0 series lead over the Penguins and holding on to win Game 6, ending the series. In the NBA, the Sixers stayed in the playoff race against the Celtics, helped by Joel Embiid’s early re
Amazon’s Prime Video is stepping into the world of college basketball by signing a multi‑year deal with Duke University. The agreement will bring three high‑profile neutral‑site games each season to the streaming platform, marking Prime Video’s first foray into college sports after previously airing
People often chase fancy diets, endless supplements, and strict exercise plans in the name of living longer. Experts say these tricks can backfire if taken to extremes, so it’s better to focus on simple habits that keep both body and mind healthy. The first mistake is going too far. Tracking ever
Health officials are looking at how medicines for mental health are used, and a group of well‑known doctors is offering new advice on how patients can safely quit them. They point out that sometimes doctors leave people on drugs longer than needed, or when the medicines no longer help. The doctors
President Lula faces a setback when the Senate rejects his chosen justice. The move shows growing political tension in Brazil as the October election looms. Lula, who may run for a fourth term, must act quickly to keep his plan on track. A similar pause happened in the United States when Congress d
