The European Union has once again delayed signing a trade agreement with Mercosur, the South American trade bloc. This time, the signing was pushed back to January, marking yet another delay in a process that has been ongoing for 25 years. The EU's top official, Ursula von der Leyen, expressed hope
A man from Portugal is suspected of killing an MIT professor. The suspect and the victim were once classmates. The victim, Nuno Loureiro, was a well-known professor at MIT. He studied physics in Portugal before moving to the U. S. The suspect, Claudio Neves Valente, also studied in Portugal. He came
Scientists have found a cool way to make super-efficient catalysts. They use tiny explosions to spread out metal atoms really fast. This is a big deal because making these catalysts usually takes a lot of energy and can cause the metal to clump together. The new method uses a special reactor with t
Jelly Roll, the country star, has been granted a pardon by Tennessee's governor. This move acknowledges his efforts to turn his life around after a troubled past. The rapper-turned-singer, whose real name is Jason Deford, has been open about his journey from drugs and prison to redemption. The gove
UnitedHealth Group has shared the first findings from an independent audit of its business practices. The company has promised to make changes in three key areas. They have 23 action plans in place. By the end of 2025, 65% of these plans will be done. The rest will be completed by March next year.
James Cameron's latest epic, "Avatar: Fire and Ash, " is making waves at the box office. The movie raked in $12 million from early preview screenings in the U. S. on its opening day. While this is impressive, it's worth noting that the second film, "The Way of Water, " had a stronger start with $17
Minnesota is facing a serious issue with fraud in its state-run programs. A top prosecutor recently revealed that at least 14 programs have been identified as having significant fraud problems. This is a big deal because it involves a lot of money—around $18 billion paid out by Medicaid. The prosecu
In 2025, the United States saw a sharp turnaround in climate change efforts. After years of optimism, the new administration under President Donald Trump quickly undid many environmental policies. This shift was so significant that it was given a name: greenlash. Greenlash refers to the backlash aga
Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect others, but their protective gear might be putting their health at risk. Recent research has uncovered that some firefighter turnout gear contains chemicals linked to cancer and hormone problems. The study focused on brominated flame retardants, w
In the usually calm streets of Brookline, a shocking event has left the community in disbelief. A well-respected MIT professor, Nuno F. G. Loureiro, was tragically shot and killed in his home. The incident has stirred up a lot of emotions among neighbors who knew him. The professor's home, located
