A recent event at the White House turned into a heated exchange between President Trump and Maine's Governor Janet Mills. The discussion centered around a new executive order by Trump that bars transgender athletes from competing in women's sports. Trump, in a bold move, threatened to cut federal fu
Social media is a hotspot for false information. This is especially true when it comes to serious illnesses like cancer. People are often misled by unproven cancer treatments. The problem is, most advice on how to spot these myths is too complicated. It assumes that everyone has strong research skil
In January 2024, an 18-year-old teenager from Lancaster, Calif. found himself in serious trouble. Alan Filion would spend four years behind bars as punishment. He had made hundreds of toxic swatting calls. Swatting is a dangerous prank where a person makes a false call about a violent crime to a loc
King Abdullah II stepped into the White House to meet with President Donald Trump. Alongside this visit, came Trump's yet another audacious idea to transform Gaza. The plan, no less than grand. Control Gaza, strip it of residents, and transform it into a tourist paradise! However, things are not as
Imagine if that innocent screenshot saved on your phone could cost you big? Cybercriminals have come up with a new way to steal cryptocurrencies from unsuspecting users. This sneaky malware, dubbed SparkCat, can scan your phone screenshots using your phone's own technology designed to dete
Brussels is gearing up for a potential trade war with the USA. They are making sure to protect EU goods. They are ready to respond to any unfair tariffs imposed on the EU. France's leaders are pushing even harder for a strong comeback. They want a response that will have a real impact. Th
In the midst of a chilly political climate, Taiwan's parliament has frozen billions in defense spending, sparking worries about the country's readiness to defend itself. The US, Taiwan's main ally and arms supplier, is watching closely as tensions with China grow. Despite being a democratically rule
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has moved the Doomsday Clock closer to midnight than ever before, setting it at 89 seconds till midnight. This annual announcement indicates that humanity is closer to destruction due to various threats like climate change, nuclear weapon proliferation, and pand
President Trump used a 25% tariff threat to make Colombia compromise, and now he's aiming the same at Canada and Mexico. But, this time, the stakes are much higher. Economists worry that imposing import taxes on Canada and Mexico—which account for nearly 30% of U. S. imports—could undo Trump's promi
On a chilly Saturday in early January, news of a potential Marburg outbreak in Tanzania hit the airwaves. This nasty virus, similar to Ebola but deadlier, has no approved vaccine or treatment. So, how do we keep Americans safe from such threats? Well, the best bet is to nip it in the bud overseas. W
