The U. S. government is looking to get a piece of the action in the lithium mining world. They are in talks with Lithium Americas, a Canadian company, about taking an equity stake. This comes as they renegotiate a big loan for a mine in Nevada. Lithium Americas' stock shot up on the news. It more t
In Iran, women are using social media to challenge old rules. After Mahsa Amini's death in 2022, many took to X, known before as Twitter, to voice their opinions. They use hashtags to fight against strict hijab laws. This isn't just about fashion. It's about power and freedom. Hashtags are more tha
Tajikistan is getting a lot of help to build things. Most of the money comes from outside the country. Big groups like the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank are giving almost all the cash for 82 projects. These projects are worth about $4. 5 billion. Out of this, $3. 2 billion is given as gi
In the United States, the number of infections caused by "nightmare bacteria" has been rising. These bacteria are tough to treat because they have a special gene called NDM. This gene makes them resistant to most antibiotics. Only two medicines can fight these infections, and they are expensive and
In the bustling world of nursing education, Indonesian students are juggling a lot. A recent study took a deep dive into how these future nurses are handling self-care. It turns out, they're doing okay, but there's room for improvement. The study focused on students from 13 different institutions.
Kim Michael Oliver, who passed away at 73 in Scarborough, left behind a legacy of love, work, and play. Born in Portland in 1952, Kim's life was marked by significant milestones. He graduated from South Portland High School in 1970 and later earned a degree in Business Administration from the Univer
Bagram Air Base, a major U. S. military site for nearly 20 years, is now at the center of a dispute. The Taliban, who took control of the base after the U. S. withdrawal in 2021, are refusing to hand it back. Former U. S. President Donald Trump has been pushing to retake the base, even hinting at ta
Norfolk is thinking big with a new waterfront casino. But it's not just about gambling. The city wants to turn this area into a hub for fun and nightlife. Sean Washington, who heads up economic development, sees a lot of potential. He points out that Norfolk already has a great baseball team and a f
A U. S. Attorney in Virginia, Erik Siebert, left his job after facing pressure from the Trump administration. They wanted him to charge New York Attorney General Letitia James with a crime, but he didn't find enough proof. Siebert thanked his team for their hard work before leaving. Trump then anno
The Pentagon has introduced a new rule that could change how journalists report on military matters. Starting now, reporters must agree to use only pre-approved information when covering the Defense Department. If they refuse, they risk losing their press credentials. This move is part of a broader
