The US and Ukraine have been working on a new peace plan. They've come up with a 19-point draft, but the really tough decisions are still up in the air. These decisions will be made by the presidents of both countries. The talks were intense but productive. Both sides felt good about the progress t
In a move that could stir up more trouble, Israel hit a spot in Beirut, Lebanon's capital, for the first time in months. They claimed to have taken out a big shot in Hezbollah, a group backed by Iran. This strike happened just a year after a shaky truce ended the last round of fighting between Israe
Health inequities are not simple. They arise from a mix of factors like gender, class, ethnicity, age, and migration status. These factors don't work alone. They interact with each other and with bigger systems like policies and institutions. To tackle health inequities, we need to look at these fac
The COP30 climate summit in Brazil wrapped up with a weak agreement that avoided directly pointing fingers at fossil fuels. This outcome was a win for oil-producing nations like Saudi Arabia and Russia, who managed to keep their interests protected. The final statement was full of warnings about the
In June 2024, three men pulled off a bold crypto heist in the UK, making away with $4. 3 million in cryptocurrency. They dressed as delivery drivers, knocked on the door of their target, and forced their way in with a gun. The whole operation was over in a matter of minutes. The thieves knew exactl
Sami Valimaki, a talented golfer from Finland, is making waves on the PGA Tour. He's currently leading the pack at the Sea Island Seaside Course. With just one round left, he's got a great shot at his first big win. But he's not doing it alone. Behind every great golfer is a great caddie. So, who's
Mushrooms are not just tasty toppings on pizzas or ingredients in soups. They might actually do some good for your heart. Scientists took a close look at different studies to see if eating mushrooms could make a difference in heart health, metabolism, and even the immune system. These fungi, often
The recent U. N. climate summit in Brazil's Amazon city of Belem wrapped up with a weak agreement. The only solid commitment was from wealthy nations to triple their financial support for others to cope with global warming. This was a big letdown, especially since the summit skipped over most of the
Finland's leader, Alexander Stubb, recently shared his thoughts on U. S. President Donald Trump's involvement in the Ukraine conflict. He mentioned that Trump is actively trying to find a way to stop the war. This comes as different groups are meeting to talk about a plan proposed by the U. S. to en
Sweet potatoes are a big deal worldwide. They are packed with nutrients. People cook them in different ways, like baking, boiling, and steaming. These methods change how they taste and how our bodies use them. Scientists looked at how cooking changes sweet potatoes. They found over 3, 700 things in
