In a bold move, Ukraine has reportedly targeted two Russian oil tankers using underwater drones. These tankers are part of Russia's "shadow fleet, " a group of ships that help Russia bypass international sanctions. The attacks happened on Friday and Saturday, causing serious damage to both vessels.
Northwestern University has settled a dispute with the federal government. They will pay $75 million. This deal ends a long investigation. The government had accused the university of unfair treatment. They also froze the school's federal funds. The settlement requires Northwestern to change some p
The UK's finance minister, Rachel Reeves, recently shared a grim view of the economy, even though she had access to forecasts that suggested a brighter outlook for public finances. This discrepancy was highlighted in a letter from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), released on a Friday. In
Venezuela's military is in a tough spot. It's not as strong as it used to be. Many soldiers are not well trained. They don't earn much money. This makes it hard for them to buy food and other basics. Some soldiers have even left the military because of this. The government says there are millions o
Missouri is about to join the sports betting bandwagon, with ten apps ready to launch on December 1. This is big news for sports fans in the state, as they can now place legal bets on their favorite teams. But with so many options, how do you pick the best one? DraftKings is a well-known name in th
Lithium-sulfur batteries are a big deal. They can store a lot of energy, but they have a problem. The stuff inside them, called lithium polysulfides, moves around too much. This makes the batteries wear out faster. Scientists are trying to fix this by making better catalysts. These are like helpers
In the wake of recent events, questions have surfaced about the vetting process for Afghans entering the United States. It turns out, some individuals may have manipulated their backgrounds with the help of brokers. This raises serious concerns about the reliability of the vetting system. The suspe
In San Benito County, California, a humorous Facebook page has become the center of a heated discussion about free speech. The page, named “Benito Beet Beat, ” started in June and shares funny takes on local politics and news. However, the county's board of supervisors is not amused and wants to fin
The Chicago Bears made a strong statement in their recent game against the Philadelphia Eagles. They won 24-15, showing off their powerful running game. Kyle Monangai and D’Andre Swift both rushed for over 100 yards. This hasn't happened for the Bears since 1985. That team went on to win the Super B
Ray J, the music entertainer, found himself in hot water on Thanksgiving. He was taken into custody by the Los Angeles police. The incident happened early in the morning, around 4 a. m. The reason for his arrest is still unclear. But, it's known that it was for a serious crime. The Los Angeles Poli
