The U. S. is bracing for a severe heatwave this weekend, with a significant portion of the Eastern region under threat. By Sunday, a staggering 38 million people will be at "major" risk of heat stress, while another 7 million could face "extreme" danger, according to the National Weather Service. T
Dads play a big role in childbirth these days. But what do they really think about it? Not much is known about their experiences and views. A recent study tried to change that by looking at lots of different stories from dads around the world. Most countries now let dads be there when their babies
Nagasaki, a city in western Japan, held a solemn ceremony to remember the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing that devastated it in 1945. The event drew thousands of people, including representatives from 95 countries, to the Nagasaki Peace Memorial Park. The mayor of Nagasaki, Shiro Suzuki, used
Spotting diseases early is a big deal. It helps save lives and keeps economies running. Many diseases jump from animals to humans. So, a team effort is needed to catch them fast. One Health is a way to do this. It involves people, animals, and the environment working together. People can help by sh
Computer chips are everywhere. They are in phones, cars, and even missiles. Without them, modern life would grind to a halt. These tiny pieces of tech are now a big deal. Countries fight for control over them. They are like chess pieces in a global game. Most advanced chips come from Taiwan. A sing
Africa's dependence on foreign medicines is a big problem. This issue started during colonial times and got worse later on. Many African countries used to make their own medicines, but things changed. The government-run drug factories were closed. Also, rules about patents made it hard for Africa to
The world is moving towards digital money. China and Europe are already making big moves with their digital currencies. Yet, some in the U. S. are resisting the idea of a digital dollar. This hesitation could cost Americans a lot of money and privacy. Right now, private companies handle most digita
NATO is in a hurry. They're pushing their members to boost their military power. Why? Because Russia is doing the same thing. This isn't just about having more weapons. It's about sending a message. A message that says, "We're ready, and we won't back down. " Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin, has be
Climate change is a big problem for small island nations. These places are in serious trouble because of the pollution from big countries. They didn't cause the problem, but they are the ones suffering the most. Rising sea levels, bad storms, and lack of clean water are just a few of the issues they
President Trump's latest move has stirred the global trade pot. He announced a 19% tax on goods coming into the US from the Philippines. This came after a chat with the Philippines' leader at the White House. Trump shared the news on social media, calling it a "beautiful visit" and a "Trade Deal. "
