U. S. President Donald Trump has been vocal about his desire for NATO members to increase their defense spending. He wants them to contribute 5% of their GDP to defense, a significant jump from the current 2% target set in 2014. Trump believes this will reduce the U. S. 's burden in protecting NATO
Lithuania and Estonia, two small Baltic countries, have decided to significantly up their defense spending. They've pledged to allocate five percent of their GDP to defense, starting from 2026. This makes them the highest defense spenders in NATO, passing Poland's current four percent. Why are they
Imagine giving birth and feeling like it was a terrible experience. Now, think about how that might affect your bond with your new baby. Scientists in Germany studied 141 mothers with mental health issues, and they found something important. Nearly half of these moms had a horrible birth experience.
Ever heard about the tiny microbes living inside fruit flies that could turn the tables in our fight against these irritating pests? Scientists are uncovering how these gut microbes can boost the flies' immune system and even block diseases. This breakthrough could transform how we handle fruit fly
In the midst of a chilly political climate, Taiwan's parliament has frozen billions in defense spending, sparking worries about the country's readiness to defend itself. The US, Taiwan's main ally and arms supplier, is watching closely as tensions with China grow. Despite being a democratically rule
Did you know that the rainfall in Taiwan during typhoons is largely influenced by where the storm goes? Usually, the better a model predicts the storm's path, the better it can forecast how much rain will fall. But a recent study found that for typhoons moving in a specific way—from the southwest—th
Ever tried sorting things on a grid? Some folks rush through by linking items from one side to the other. But is that always the best way? Scientists recently found a clever rule to help decide when to link grid dimensions and when to keep them separate. They tested this rule on a computer and found
Tesla recently shared its financial report for the last quarter of 2024. The company, under the leadership of Elon Musk, saw a significant drop in profits. Compared to the previous year, Tesla's earnings fell from $7. 9 billion to $2. 3 billion, a notable decline. However, it's essential to remember
President Trump's recent threats to slash funding and tighten regulations for universities have set off a wave of preparation among top higher education institutions. Even before Trump's return to office, these schools have been strategizing their responses. Instead of marching into a public confro
Tesla's fourth-quarter earnings report wasn't what Wall Street expected. They made about $25. 71 billion, which was less than the predicted $27. 22 billion. This news caused their stock to drop by about 4%. The company's been facing tough competition from cheaper electric cars, especially from China
