Scientists tested water in Brazil’s Protected Areas and found pesticide pollution almost everywhere. Samples from streams inside conservation zones and outside showed high traces of farm chemicals. The study tested 46 substances and spotted 15 types, including common herbicides, insecticides, and fu
Two friends pedal through Alaska’s winter wilderness with little more than bikes, snacks, and a plan. The journey started in Fairbanks when the temperature barely climbed above 0°F. Loaded with gear, they rode east on a packed trail, then turned onto a smooth bike path leading past the university. S
Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) runs on tight funds, serving mostly low-income students who need stable classrooms more than legal battles. Yet the state education department just filed a lawsuit claiming the district didn't do enough to fight antisemitism—despite no clear evidence of widespr
A retired Belgian diplomat is fighting a court order that requires him to face trial for his alleged role in the 1961 assassination of Patrice Lumumba, Congo’s first prime minister. At 93 years old, Etienne Davignon—once a junior diplomat and later a top EU official—has become the last surviving sus
Women who lift weights often feel out of place in gyms that still look like male‑only zones. A college student once left the weight room for cardio because she feared looking foolish among grunting men. Yet research shows that resistance training is essential for everyone, especially women, because
The women’s NCAA tournament is back on Friday with four Sweet 16 games that promise drama and surprises. Vanderbilt faces Notre Dame in a battle of standout players. The Fighting Irish have pushed further than many expected, while the Bulldogs boast a high‑scoring offense. A defensive showdown
A new season of the TATA IPL is on the horizon, and with it comes a fresh lineup of voices to narrate every run, wicket, and celebration. Star Sports and JioHotstar have announced a massive panel of over 160 commentators, covering the diverse languages spoken across India. Among these seasoned voice
Brazil’s lawmakers have passed a new rule that lets police use crypto they seize from criminals. The move gives law‑enforcement agencies a fresh way to fight organized crime. The new law, numbered 15. 358, says that any digital money used in a crime can be taken away by the state. The seized crypto
Sergei Lavrov told a French TV station that the United States is trying to take charge of the Nord Stream gas lines. The pipelines, which run under the Baltic Sea, were damaged by a blast in September 2022. The incident cut off much of Russia’s gas flow to Europe, tightening energy supplies even bef
The Gulf countries have told the United States that stopping fighting is not enough. They want a deal that keeps Iran from using missiles, drones and other weapons against their energy sites and shipping lanes. The Gulf leaders also want guarantees that the Strait of Hormuz, which carries a fifth of
