Shenghua Wen wasn't just any tourist in Southern California. This 41-year-old from China was up to something illegal. He overstayed his student visa and got caught sending a peculiar cargo: guns and ammunition. Authorities found out he was shipping these from the Port of Long Beach to North Korea. S
Let's talk about China's recent move to ban exports of certain high-tech materials to the US. This decision came in response to the US adding more Chinese companies to its export control list. The materials in question are gallium, germanium, antimony, and super-hard stuff like diamonds. These are c
In a surprising move, the US has put new rules in place to block China from getting advanced chip technology. This is happening right before a new US president takes office. The US is worried that China might use these chips to make better weapons and AI systems. China's leader, Xi Jinping, wants Ch
Ever noticed how much power tiny semiconductors hold? Well, the United States has just taken big steps to keep this power out of China's hands. On Monday, the U. S. government announced new rules that make it illegal to send certain semiconductor tech to China. This is all part of the Biden administ
In Kenya, a significant event took place recently: the country's first national workshop on the International Health Regulations (IHR) 2005. The focus was on evaluating how well the Veterinary Services Pathway is working. This workshop was a big deal because it's all about making sure Kenya is ready
Cade Cunningham, the Pistons' star, has been making waves in the NBA. Born into a sporty family, his parents, Carrie and Keith, were both athletes. Carrie was a tennis pro, while Keith played football at Texas Tech. Unfortunately, Keith's sports career ended early due to an accident. Cade, now 23, i
Ever wondered how we keep track of the weather? Radar is the secret! This clever tool started way back in the 1800s and was first used by the military to spot enemy planes during World War II. But guess what? It turns out radar can also spot weather patterns. Fast forward to today, and we use it all
Imagine this: an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court for Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This isn't just a big deal in Israel, but it also raises some questions here in the United States. The court thinks Israel might have done something wrong in the Gaza Strip, like usi
After years of gridlock, there's finally a glimmer of hope in international plastic treaty talks. A large group of countries is pushing hard for a production cap to be included in the treaty. But not everyone is on board, and some nations are trying to water down the agreement. The talks in Busan, S
European countries are taking action against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by creating National Action Plans (NAPs). These plans aim to boost understanding and awareness of AMR. However, translating these targets into practical advice for general practitioners is where things get tricky. General pr
