In Tokyo's Toyosu fish market, a massive bluefin tuna became the star of the show. This wasn't just any tuna; it weighed a whopping 535 pounds and sold for a jaw-dropping 510 million yen, which is about $3. 2 million. That's a lot of sushi! The buyer was Kiyomura Corp. , owned by Kiyoshi Kimura, wh
In a surprising turn of events, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has taken action against Senator Mark Kelly. The move comes after Kelly, a former Navy captain, participated in a video encouraging military personnel to refuse unlawful orders. This has sparked a heated debate about free speech and mili
Samsung's CES 2026 event was a blend of innovative and previously seen tech. The spotlight was on AI-driven products, with new TVs, speakers, and projectors taking center stage. Among the highlights was a massive 130-inch Micro RGB TV, though it seemed more like a concept than a reality. The Micro
Piezoelectric materials are special because they can turn mechanical energy into electrical energy and vice versa. Now, scientists are making these materials clear, like glass, which opens up new possibilities. These clear materials can be used in things like medical devices, acoustic systems, and e
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has decided not to run for a third term. He said the decision came after a tough year for the state. Walz pointed to constant attacks from Republicans and President Donald Trump. These attacks focused on a fraud investigation into child care programs. Walz felt he couldn'
Scientists have been working hard to improve materials that can store energy and help make hydrogen. They created something called PVMo11-BMI-PPy. This is a mix of special chemicals that work together to do two important jobs: storing energy and helping to produce hydrogen. First, let's talk about
The workers at Portland's wastewater treatment plant are doing a tough job. They are dealing with an old plant that needs a lot of care. The plant was built a long time ago. It wasn't made for the kind of waste we have today. There's more of it, and it's more complicated. These workers are handling
A major shift in the healthcare landscape has taken place. Priority Health, a well-known health plan based in Michigan, has taken over Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire, a Wisconsin-based health plan. This move, finalized on January 1, 2026, makes Priority Health a player in four states. It's n
Taiwan faced a relentless wave of cyberattacks in 2025, with hackers targeting everything from hospitals to banks. The island's National Security Bureau revealed that these attacks surged by 6% compared to the previous year. On average, Taiwan experienced 2. 63 million cyberattacks daily. This alarm
Guinea's Supreme Court has given the green light to Mamady Doumbouya's big win in the recent election. This means the former military leader, who took control in a 2021 coup, is now set to be president for the next seven years. The court also noted that the runner-up, Abdoulaye Yero Balde, decided
