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
Countries across Asia and the Pacific are racing to set 16 as the minimum age for social media apps like TikTok and Instagram. Indonesia will enforce its new rule this month, while Indian states such as Karnataka are considering similar steps. The move plays well with voters and makes tech bosses lo
Sheffield United faces a big decision this summer about their midfielder Gustavo Hamer. A Turkish club called Trabzonspor reportedly wants to sign him, but their latest offer is way above what they previously proposed. At €20 million, it’s more than triple their earlier £6 million bid. Hamer has bee
The Elite Eight stage is set with two intriguing games set for Saturday night, featuring a mix of familiar rivalries and dominant performances. In Houston, the South Region final will pit two Big Ten teams against each other, a rare occurrence in the tournament's later stages. Illinois and Iowa, bot
Officials in Washington believe they can handle Iran’s military threats without sending soldiers into combat. Speaking after meetings with global allies, a top diplomat said the U. S. expects to wrap up its campaign in weeks, not months. The focus is on weakening Iran’s ability to launch missiles an
A recent probe in a large Colorado school district has turned the spotlight on nearly $3 million of contracts and questions about international travel. The investigation, led by the board president, focuses on agreements signed between the district and a Texas‑based education firm called Education A
The city was buzzing with trouble. People were scared because the streets were full of fights and broken windows. A woman named Anna lived in a building that had shops on the ground floor. She could not sleep, worried that thieves would break in. State leaders sent a huge army of National Guard sol
Prediction platforms that let users bet on events like elections, sports games and pop culture shows are facing a possible legal crackdown. A bill called the STOP Corrupt Bets Act is set to be filed in the Senate, while a House version will follow soon. The new law would prohibit trading on many
The number of children spending time on the internet in Sri Lanka is climbing fast. Because this growth is so quick, many youngsters may end up using the web more than they should. That can create a problem known as internet addiction, where the habit starts to hurt their schoolwork and relati
Dwayne Johnson stepped into the shoes – and the suit – of Maui for Disney’s new live‑action Moana, a task that tested both his body and his imagination. The actor explained that the costume was no light‑weight prop; it weighed 40 pounds and took roughly two and a half hours each day to get on. Even
