A massive protest shook Jerusalem recently, as thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men took to the streets. They were there to oppose a new law about military service. This is a big deal in Israel, where serving in the army is usually mandatory. The protesters were mostly dressed in their traditiona
Rice is a staple food for many people around the world. But growing it needs a lot of nitrogen. Usually, farmers add nitrogen fertilizer to the soil. But what if there's a better way? A recent study found that iron oxides, which are common in soil, can help certain bacteria fix nitrogen naturally.
A fresh drama series is brewing in Africa, focusing on the thrilling world of e-sports. This new show, called "Respawn, " is set to highlight the competitive gaming scene in both Cape Town and Lagos. The production is being handled by Sonepa Studios, a new Nigerian production company, in collaborati
In Düsseldorf, Germany, a unique exhibit is opening up a whole new way to experience art and history. "The Secret Power of Scents" at the Kunstpalast museum is not your typical gallery show. Instead of just looking at paintings and sculptures, visitors get to smell their way through over 1, 000 year
The harvest season in Central Washington is wrapping up, and it's been a good one. Farmers have had the support they needed, and the crops are looking healthy. But looking ahead to 2026, there's a big question mark hanging over the next harvest. The reason? A perfect storm of immigration policies an
Santander UK has decided to keep its third-quarter results under wraps. This comes as they are looking closely at their car loan business. They don't think this will hurt their money reserves or how much cash they have on hand. Earlier, they set aside 293 million pounds to pay back customers if need
In New York City, a musical called Slam Frank is stirring up a lot of talk. It's about Anne Frank, the young girl who became famous for her diary during the Holocaust. But this version is different. It shows Anne as a pansexual Latina with a non-binary lover. The musical is a mix of hip hop, spoken
In 2025, the word of the year was not a word at all, but a number: "67". This number became a popular phrase among young people, and it's not just any number, it's pronounced "six-seven". It's not clear where it came from, but it's been used in different ways by different people. Some say it means
In a surprising turn of events, two individuals have admitted some involvement in the recent Louvre jewel heist. This admission comes as a shock to many, given the museum's reputation for high security. The suspects, a 34-year-old Algerian man and a 39-year-old individual, were both arrested in the
In Düsseldorf, Germany, a unique museum exhibition is challenging visitors to explore history in a whole new way—through their sense of smell. "The Secret Power of Scents" at the Kunstpalast museum invites guests to journey through over a thousand years of cultural history, not by looking, but by sn
