In a significant move, finance ministers from the G7 countries are set to gather in Washington on January 12. Their agenda? Rare earths and other critical minerals. This meeting comes at a time when these nations, except Japan, are heavily dependent on China for a wide range of materials. Rare eart
Nex Playground is teaming up with Dude Perfect to create a fun, motion-powered game. This game will be available exclusively on Nex Playground in the summer of 2026. The partnership aims to bring Dude Perfect's famous trick shots and high-energy fun to families everywhere. Nex Playground is known f
In the world of streaming, a new crime drama has taken the top spot on Netflix in the United States. Run Away, an 8-episode series based on a book by Harlan Coben, has quickly climbed the charts. It overtook Stranger Things, which recently concluded its final season. Run Away's success is not surpr
This week, Paramount+ is set to release a mix of new and classic series that cater to a variety of tastes. From gripping crime dramas to classic Westerns, there's something for everyone. First up is "Girl Taken, " a new crime thriller that drops all six episodes this Thursday, January 8. This serie
Cebu City's landfill has been in use for way too long. It was supposed to close after seven years, but it's still taking in waste. This has caused some serious pollution issues. Scientists found harmful metals like chromium and lead in the water, soil, and plants around the landfill. The levels of
The Golden Globes are back, and this year's ceremony is shaping up to be a star-studded event. With big names like Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Ariana Grande in the running, it's clear that Hollywood's finest are ready to shine. The show kicks off at 8 p. m. Eastern time, and you can ca
The crime drama "Mayor of Kingstown" is wrapping up after five seasons. This show, which stars Jeremy Renner, has been a hit on Paramount+. The final season will have eight episodes, fewer than the previous ones. Edie Falco, who joined the cast recently, will also be back. The show's creator, Taylo
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'
The EPA is finally setting limits on perchlorate, a chemical found in rockets and explosives, in drinking water. This move comes after a long legal battle and a court order, not because the EPA thinks it will make a big difference to public health. Perchlorate can mess up the thyroid, which is espe
Big oil companies in the U. S. were not in the loop when the Trump administration made moves in Venezuela. Exxon, ConocoPhillips, and Chevron were not told about the plans to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. This is interesting because President Trump said he had talked to these companie
