Russia is taking a big step to limit the use of WhatsApp. They are doing this to encourage people to use apps made in Russia instead. The country's media watchdog, Roskomnadzor, has started putting restrictions on WhatsApp. They claim the app is being used for illegal activities, like planning terro
At the recent COP30 climate talks in Belém, a mysterious "informal list" of 84 countries supposedly opposed to a fossil fuel roadmap caused quite a stir. This list, compiled by the Brazilian presidency, was meant to show who was blocking progress on transitioning away from fossil fuels. However, a c
Belgium's prime minister has expressed concerns about a European Union (EU) plan to use frozen Russian state assets to support Ukraine. Bart De Wever believes this move could complicate efforts to reach a peace deal in the ongoing conflict. De Wever shared his thoughts in a letter to the European C
In the western city of Lviv, a cemetery tells a story of loss and resilience. Olya Kachmaryk, a mother who lost her son in the ongoing conflict with Russia, visits his grave. She hopes for peace, even if it means making tough choices. Her son, Oleksandr, is one of over 1, 000 soldiers buried in this
In the world of healthcare, taking care of a person's spirit is just as important as looking after their body. Nurses play a big role in this, but what helps them do this job well? A recent study looked into this question, focusing on nursing students in Iran. It wanted to see how being spiritually
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, the daughter of former South African president Jacob Zuma, has decided to leave her position in parliament. This comes after serious claims that she was involved in convincing 17 men to join Russia's fight in Ukraine. The Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party, where she was a member, c
Vermivora warblers, small songbirds, face a big challenge during migration: crossing the Gulf of Mexico. This journey is risky, with many birds not making it. To understand why and how they attempt this flight, researchers tracked 89 warblers from 2013 to 2017 using tiny devices that record light le
In the world of medical imaging, scientists are always looking for ways to make brain scans clearer. One recent approach involves using sodium signals to improve phosphorus scans. This might sound a bit odd, but it's all about making the most of the data we have. Phosphorus scans, or 31 P MRSI,
A Faberge egg, known as the Winter Egg, is about to hit the auction block. It's expected to fetch over $26 million. This isn't just any egg. It's a rare piece of history, made for Russia's royal family before the revolution. The egg is small, about 4 inches tall. But it's packed with detail. It's m
Steve Witkoff, the U. S. special envoy, is under fire for allegedly leaning too much towards Russia. But Vladimir Putin isn't having it. He thinks Witkoff is just doing his job, representing his country and leader. Putin's defense came after a leaked call between Witkoff and a Kremlin aide, Yuri Ush
