Japan’s foreign minister said the country might send its forces to sweep naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz if a ceasefire ends the U. S. -Israeli conflict with Iran. The minister explained that such an operation would only happen after a complete stop to fighting and if mines were blocking shippin
The idea of putting astronauts into a deep sleep or freezing them sounds like something out of a movie, but scientists are taking it seriously. In the story of “Project Hail Mary, ” a teacher wakes up on a ship miles away from Earth, but that fictional scene is just the tip of the iceberg when it co
A young Iranian butcher who had worked for two decades finally opened his own shop just before the Persian New Year. He was last seen after a double strike hit the commercial complex where his shop sat, destroying homes, stores and a laundry floor. Every day since, two of his older brothers have sco
The pandemic’s most devastating moments unfolded behind closed hospital doors, where patients fought for breath on machines while loved ones waited outside. Those quiet scenes were rarely captured by the media, so many people only saw the pandemic through indirect signs—empty streets with ambulances
For years, people have followed food rules they didn’t question—like avoiding certain foods because “experts” said so. But what if those warnings were wrong? Many foods once called unhealthy are actually packed with nutrients that most diets lack. The problem started when food companies pushed low-f
The latest funding delay for the Department of Homeland Security has left TSA workers in a tough spot. Many of these screeners are still recovering from the 43-day government shutdown last year, where some went without pay for over a month. Now, five weeks into another funding freeze, they face miss
A new study looks at how certain proteins that react to inflammation might predict future heart attacks. Researchers focused on the TNFR pathway, a set of proteins that can trigger or worsen arterial damage. They found that people who had higher levels of these TNFR proteins were more likely to suff
Carhartt is cutting prices on its summer‑ready Force line, offering a quarter off nearly 150 pieces. The brand is known for rugged workwear, and this collection focuses on keeping workers cool and protected under the sun. Items are breathable, sweat‑wicking, and have built‑in UV shielding, so they s
In Utah, the debate over how to treat newcomers has reached a tipping point. A handful of strict immigration laws were introduced in the state legislature but failed to pass, showing that many lawmakers are reluctant to follow President Trump’s hard‑line approach. Religious teachings offer a c
In a quiet classroom, a young boy asked his mother what she studied. She answered: “I study the pain that comes with periods. ” Instead of scoffing, he said, “That must make it hard for girls to focus. ” This simple reply shows that boys can care about menstrual pain, yet society rarely lets them sp
