Slovakia is asking NATO to enhance its air defenses. This request came from Prime Minister Robert Fico after his meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Fico also emphasized that Slovakia will decide its own defense spending plans, even as other NATO members increase their military budgets. Slovakia has been vocal about not fully supporting the EU's approach...
The U. S. has taken a bold step by labeling a group linked to Venezuela's president as a terrorist organization. This move opens up new possibilities for the Pentagon, according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The group in question, Cartel de los Soles, is accused of working with another gang, Tren de Aragua, to smuggle drugs into the U. S. Hegseth didn't hold ba...
A 28-point peace plan to end the Ukraine-Russia war has been approved by President Trump. However, it's unclear if Ukraine is on board with the proposal. The plan was reportedly written by Kirill Dmitriev, an adviser to Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Steve Witkoff, Trump's envoy, during a meeting in Miami last month. The plan has been in the works for about a...
James Blaine, a key figure in post-Civil War politics, is often overlooked outside of Maine. Yet, his impact on American politics is significant. Blaine was a leader in the Republican Party, advocating for the rights of formerly enslaved people and fighting against corruption. His eloquence and wit set him apart from many politicians of his time. Blaine served as a ...
Citrus fruits pack a punch with vitamins and plant-based goodies. These include things like flavonoids and vitamin C. They can fight off harmful stuff in our bodies. But there's a catch. These goodies often break down before we can enjoy their benefits. So, what's the solution? Tiny tech, or nanotechnology, is stepping in to help. It uses super small carriers, like ...
Larry Summers, a well-known figure in U. S. politics and academia, has recently stepped down from two significant positions. He left Santander's international advisory board, where he played a key role since 2016. This board focuses on advising the bank on topics like innovation and cybersecurity. At the same time, Summers also resigned from the board of OpenAI. The...
High-ranking U. S. Army officials made a trip to Ukraine recently. They wanted to check out Ukraine's military tech and talk about ending the war. The group included Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, and other top brass. The White House chose Driscoll to lead the team. The visit was all about learning from Ukraine's military ...
A Senate committee recently moved forward with a nominee for a crucial health department watchdog role, sparking debates about independence and partisanship. The nominee, Thomas March Bell, is known for his strong support of President Donald Trump and his extensive history working with Republican lawmakers. This has raised concerns about his ability to remain imparti...
Larry Summers, a well-known figure in politics and academia, has decided to leave his position on the OpenAI board. This move comes after a lot of people started asking questions about his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the infamous convicted sex offender. Summers was once the treasury secretary and also served as Harvard's president. Now, Harvard is looking into thes...
A small, overlooked detail led to a massive disaster. A loose wire on a cargo ship caused a power outage, making the ship lose control and crash into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. This accident killed six workers and shut down the port for months. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) found that the ship, named the Dali, had two blackouts. The firs...