A leader of Japan's Yakuza crime syndicate, Takeshi Ebisawa, pleaded guilty to trafficking drugs, weapons, and nuclear material. He was caught trying to sell weapons-grade plutonium to an undercover agent posing as an Iranian general. Ebisawa's criminal activities went beyond drugs and weapons. He a
When Donald Trump won the U. S. presidency again, the global community thought they had a good idea of what to anticipate. Diplomats worldwide were focusing on the actions of his administration, rather than Trump’s words. Larger countries were crafting strategies to either counter or lessen the impa
Colleges and universities are bracing for changes as Donald Trump prepares to move back into the White House. A key concern is the status of international students and staff with temporary or student visas. Trump's past advocacy for mass deportations and his previous "Muslim ban" have left instituti
As the new year begins, TV networks across Europe are buzzing about a fresh reality competition show called 'The Box'. Created by Seefood TV, this unique format was first introduced at MIPCOM in Cannes last October. Before it even airs in Norway on TV2, two European countries have already commission
The Golden Globes had a mix of laughter and controversy this year. While some stars, like Glen Powell and Nicole Kidman, had fun, others, like Harrison Ford and Cate Blanchett, weren't as amused. The new voting system, including international voters, led to a diverse set of winners, with France’s “E
Did you know that wild rice could be a game-changer in feeding the world? As our planet's climate goes through big changes, it's becoming crucial to save and use wild rice varieties. These are like the grandparents of the rice we eat, with special traits that could help rice crops survive tough cond
In the world of tobacco, Philip Morris International (PMI) has been quietly supporting educational courses for healthcare professionals. These courses, disguised as independent, focus on harm reduction, suggesting smokeless tobacco and e-cigarettes as safer alternatives to traditional smoking. But i
The mysterious explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas has puzzled investigators. This unusual event, which happened on New Year's Day, involved Matthew Livelsberger, a 37-year-old decorated military veteran from Colorado. Livelsberger, a Green Beret on lea
Early Wednesday morning, a Tesla Cybertruck burst into flames outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. This incident, happening around 8:40 a. m. , resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. The Clark County Fire Department promptly responded to the scene, discovering several injured
Ever wondered who gets to celebrate New Year's Eve first? It's not New York City! The tiny island of Kiritimati, part of Kiribati, is the first to welcome the new year. When it's 5 a. m. on December 31 in the Eastern Time zone, it's already New Year's Day on Kiritimati. Soon after, New Zealand and s
