Apple just made it harder to get discounts on its devices. The tech giant used to trust customers to say they were students, teachers, or parents when buying from its education store. Now, you have to prove it. This change started in 2022 but has spread to more countries, including the U. S. , Austr
A recent health alert shows how quickly travel can turn risky when viruses jump between people in close spaces like cruise ships. Six passengers and crew members have tested positive for Andes virus—a serious hantavirus—after falling ill on a cruise traveling from Cabo Verde to Spain’s Canary Island
South Korean authorities have begun looking into an explosion and blaze that hit a Korean‑run vessel in the waters near the Strait of Hormuz. The incident happened on Monday while the ship was anchored close to the United Arab Emirates, and it caused damage in the engine room. The crew of 24, which
The United States is pushing a new United Nations resolution that would require Iran to stop attacks and remove mines from the Strait of Hormuz. The plan was drafted by Washington, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar. The resolution calls for Iran to halt its military a
Liu Shaoyong, once the chief of China Eastern Airlines, faces serious bribery accusations. Authorities say he used several high‑ranking roles to favor others and pocket money and gifts. The case includes his time leading the airline, not just earlier positions. Earlier this month, China’s t
A huge blaze erupted at a fairground in Villahermosa, the southeastern Mexican city, early Thursday morning. The fire broke out while a concert drew thousands of fans. At least five people lost their lives, officials confirmed. The cause of the fire remains unclear as authorities work to control th
Colorado is facing a budget crunch and needs fresh investment. A new bill proposes giving state sales‑tax breaks to companies that build data centers, hoping the tech giant’s money will come back into local communities. Data centers are essential for cloud computing, gaming and online services
Modern software is often built fast, with new tools and AI that focus on how many features can be added quickly. This rush makes systems look good at first but they may break later when the company grows. The founder of a small firm says that many companies think speed is the same as quality, but
Lilah Zaskowski first made headlines as a freshman in Michigan’s Division 3 girls tennis state finals, finishing second in the top singles category against a seasoned opponent. That early experience set the stage for her growth into one of Forest Hills Eastern’s key players, now ranked tenth in the
A new chapter is looming for the 25‑year‑old midfielder who joined Manchester United from Paris Saint‑Germain in August. He has spent most of his time on the bench, with only one start under the current manager. Because he rarely plays, the club’s leadership has decided to let him leave before
