In the recent Illinois primary races, tech companies spent large sums to influence outcomes, but their impact was uneven. The cryptocurrency sector poured more than $10 million into a super PAC that opposed Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton’s campaign, yet she still secured the Democratic nomination.
Pedro Sanchez, Spain’s prime minister, told Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy that the country will not let the Middle East conflict pull it away from backing Ukraine. The two leaders signed deals to jointly produce weapons such as drones, radar systems and missiles. Sanchez said the global
The middle part of a food chain is made up of small and medium businesses that move products from farmers to stores. In China, this “hidden middle” often hides safety problems and lets food waste grow. Researchers looked at data from 247 regions in China, covering the years 2015 to 2022. They focus
After menopause, many women notice changes in their body that go beyond hot flashes. Research on mice shows these changes could link to a hormone-like substance called asprosin. After removing ovaries to mimic menopause in mice, scientists found that asprosin levels jumped higher in blood and fat ti
A fresh-faced VC team, all under forty when they launched last year, is now knocking on doors for cash again. Their goal? To pull together close to three-quarters of a billion dollars for investments where artificial intelligence meets hard science. None of the three partners will go on record, and
The greenish tint that occasionally colors the sky before a storm isn’t just a quirky weather trick—it’s a clue about what’s happening inside the clouds. When sunlight cuts through a storm, the way it bounces off hail and raindrops can shift the colors we see. If the storm is close to sunset, the li
The Department of Homeland Security’s budget dispute has left thousands of TSA agents without pay, creating a ripple effect that could bring smaller airports to a halt. When the last full paycheck was delayed, security staff began taking leave in search of other jobs, pushing lines far beyond air
Zelensky flew to London after weeks of fighting on the eastern front. The Ukrainian president met with NATO head Jens Stoltenberg and British Prime Minister Rishi Starmer to discuss support for Ukraine’s defense efforts. The talks were held in a quiet setting, away from the media glare that often su
A recent meeting of airline leaders showed that soaring fuel prices are pushing ticket costs higher, but the demand from passengers remains strong. The war in Iran triggered a jump in jet fuel prices, reaching about 50 % more than before the conflict started on February 28. Major carriers like
A packed Los Angeles theater buzzed with excitement after the Oscar night, as actors from the Dune saga gathered for a preview of the long‑awaited third film. The room was filled with journalists, bloggers and fans eager to catch a glimpse of the epic’s next chapter. The cast includes familiar fa
