The World Health Organization has quickly declared the Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, only two days after it was first confirmed. This swift action is unusual; since 2005 the WHO has raised this alarm
Israel’s cabinet has green‑lit a new military complex on the grounds that once housed the United Nations Relief and Works Agency in East Jerusalem. The plan follows last year’s removal of UNRWA buildings after the Israeli government seized the area, a move that drew international criticism for breac
When people keep scrolling through feeds, their brains are doing more than just mindlessly looking. Studies from the University of Bristol and the University at Buffalo show that those with better working memory – the part of our brain that helps us focus – actually pay less attention to each post a
The Philippine Supreme Court is now at the center of a heated debate as government lawyers argue against Senator Ronald dela Rosa’s request to block his arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Dela Rosa, a former police chief who led President Duterte’s controversial drug crackdown, seeks
The Group of Seven finance ministers and central bank governors will gather in Paris next week to discuss a surge in long‑term borrowing costs that has rattled global markets. The meeting comes as the conflict between Iran and its rivals continues to disrupt oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a
Music stars often stay quiet about their political views to avoid backlash. Nicki Minaj recently explained why she quietly supported Donald Trump long before making it public. She said many in the entertainment world assume everyone leans Democratic. That unspoken rule made her hesitate to speak up
The Cannes Film Festival isn’t just about movies—it’s a global fashion show where stars push boundaries while walking the famous red carpet. This year’s event proved that glamour isn’t one-size-fits-all, with celebrities mixing classic elegance with daring twists. Demi Moore turned heads not once, b
Money decisions often trip people up—not because they lack options, but because human brains naturally lean toward shortcuts that backfire. Picture walking into a store convinced today’s sale is the deal of the century, yet five minutes later, the same product is 20% cheaper elsewhere—your brain sti
Every year, over a million people lose arms or legs due to accidents or diseases like diabetes. Unlike some animals, humans can’t just grow new limbs. But research on creatures like salamanders, fish, and mice is uncovering clues that might change that. Axolotls, small pink salamanders, can regrow
Bears have long been a headache for people living near forests in Japan. One unusual solution has been the “Monster Wolf, ” a solar-powered robot designed to scare off bears with flashing lights and loud sounds. Farmers and villagers have relied on these mechanical wolves for over ten years, but now
