Why tiny zooplankton matter more than we think for rivers and lakes
World | Updated: Jan 19, 2026
- Zooplankton help control algae and maintain balance in freshwater ecosystems
- They endure droughts with dormant eggs and rapidly repopulate when water returns.
- Zooplankton are key indicators of water quality and ecosystem health
Netflix in talks for LA studio lot seized by Goldman Sachs
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Netflix eyes cut‑price purchase of LA’s Radford Studio Center
- Hackman Capital defaults on $1.1B, lenders seize property
- LA studio property values dropped after 2023 strikes, high rates
NASA unveils powerful space telescope ahead of September launch
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- NASA unveils the Roman Space Telescope, set to launch this fall
- Roman will scan the sky faster and wider than previous telescopes
- The telescope was completed ahead of schedule and under budget
Laps of icy roads in China show sodium batteries making an EV breakthrough
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Changan to sell EVs with sodium-ion batteries by mid-2024
- Sodium batteries are cheaper and work better in cold climates
- Sodium-ion may reach 2 percent of battery market by 2030
Apple’s Tim Cook says he’s ‘healthy’; John Ternus promises AI products
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Tim Cook to serve as Apple executive chairman after CEO role
- Cook says he is healthy and will support new CEO John Ternus
- Ternus vows focus on design, privacy, and product innovation
SpaceX to woo Wall Street with three-day analyst meet this week: Report
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- SpaceX plans IPO aiming to raise $75 billion by late June.
- Analysts tour Starbase and data center ahead of the IPO.
- Musk to reserve 30% of shares for retail investors worldwide.
Avis Budget shares touch record high as short squeeze hammers bearish bets
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Avis hits record high amid short squeeze, heavy shorting
- Pentwater and SRS hold over 71% of Avis shares, limiting float
- Short sellers lost $4.09B this month as stock surged
Meta to start capturing employee mouse movements, keystrokes for AI training data
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Meta to track US employees' computer activity for AI training
- New tool logs mouse, clicks, keystrokes, and screen snapshots
- Data used only to train AI models, not for performance reviews
What to know about psychedelic therapies cited by Trump
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Trump speeds reviews, boosts funding for psychedelic research
- Psilocybin and MDMA show promise for depression and PTSD
- Some drugs may cause anxiety, psychosis, and heart problems
Iran's Araghchi calls US blockade of Hormuz an 'act of war' as talks remain in limbo
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Iran calls US port blockade an "act of war" and ceasefire breach
- Tehran warns it can resist pressure and defend its interests
- Iran blasts US ship seizures as piracy, state terrorism
Iran's Khamenei issues fresh threats ahead of ceasefire end: 'Ready to bring enemy to its knees'
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Iran threatens US and Israeli forces with navy and drone attacks
- Tensions rise as US enforces naval blockade on Iranian shipping
- Peace talks stalled; Iran yet to respond to US negotiation terms
Hegseth drops annual flu shot requirement for US military
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US military ends annual flu shot mandate for all personnel
- Service members can choose flu shots but are not required
- CDC still recommends flu vaccine to prevent severe illness
Pentagon seeks $75 billion for drones in record budget ask
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Pentagon seeks $75B for drones, with $54.6B for DAWG office
- DAWG's funding jump draws scrutiny amid $1.5T defense budget
- Navy requests $65.8B for shipbuilding, highest since 1962
Trump encourages companies not to seek tariff refunds
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump warns he'll remember firms not seeking tariff refunds
- Supreme Court struck down Trump's broad use of tariffs
- Refund requests could total over $160 billion for importers
Vance’s Pakistan trip on hold as Iran stays non-committal ahead of ceasefire deadline: Report
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US VP Vance's Pakistan trip delayed as Iran stalls on talks
- Ceasefire between US and Iran set to expire Wednesday evening
- Talks may resume quickly if both sides show readiness
Attacks on Ukraine draft officers soar as war fatigue deepens
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Attacks on Ukrainian draft officers rise amid mobilization tensions
- Over 100 assaults on recruiters reported in 2024, some fatal
- Draft dodging and backlash hinder Ukraine’s conscription drive
US stocks extend drop on report JD Vance’s trip to Pakistan on hold
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Oil rebound drags stocks lower amid Middle East tensions
- Brent crude nears $99 as energy disruption fears grow
- US retail sales jump despite rising gasoline prices
Oil prices climb 3% with Iran undecided whether to attend peace talks with US
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Oil up 3% after Trump signals Iran ceasefire’s end
- US seized Iran-linked tanker as Strait of Hormuz traffic slowed
- Russia to stop Druzhba oil exports to Germany from May 1
Kevin Warsh pledges Fed independence but dodges questions on rates
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Kevin Warsh pledges Fed independence if confirmed as chair
- Warsh urges new Fed inflation framework, offers scant detail
- Confirmation unclear amid ongoing DOJ probe of Fed renovations
When does the ceasefire really end? Pakistan and Trump offer conflicting timelines as Iran keeps quiet
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
A US-Iran ceasefire is nearing its deadline, with confusion over the exact end time and uncertainty about further talks. Pakistan is mediating, but Iran hasn't confirmed participation. Both sides warn of possible escalation if no extension is agreed.
Mediator or bystander? Why Pakistan's ceasefire push has turned desperate as Iran keeps it guessing
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
Pakistan has publicly urged the US and Iran to extend a fragile ceasefire, seeking a bigger diplomatic role. However, Iran hasn’t confirmed participation, leaving Pakistan’s influence uncertain as the truce deadline nears and its role as mediator remains limited.
Ex-Afghan President punctures Pakistan's 'exclusive' cultural claims, rebuts Zardari on Gandhara and Rubab
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai rejected Pakistan President Zardari’s claims of exclusive ownership over regional heritage, stressing that cultures like Gandhara and traditions such as the rubab are shared across Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan.
Playing mediator abroad, failing at home: Pakistanis hit hard by fuel hikes, power cuts as Iran war ripples spread
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
As Pakistan mediates between the US and Iran, its economy faces rising fuel prices, power shortages, and inflation. Small businesses struggle, poverty remains high, and energy crises threaten growth, highlighting a stark gap between global ambitions and domestic woes.
'They have to negotiate, no choice': Trump warns of fresh strikes on Iran as ceasefire deadline nears
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
President Trump warned the US could resume strikes on Iran if talks fail before the ceasefire deadline, insisting Iran meet US demands. He stressed US strength in negotiations, criticized domestic critics, and noted intercepted Chinese aid to Iran.
Condom prices may jump up to 30% as Iran war disrupts supply, demand surges
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Karex to raise condom prices by up to 30% amid supply disruptions
- Iran conflict drives up costs of key raw materials for production
- Global condom supply tightens as demand rises and shipments slow
Iran says tanker 'Silly City' enters waters despite US naval blockade
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Iranian tanker Silly City enters home waters despite US warnings
- US blockade slows shipping in Strait of Hormuz, tensions rise
- Iran rejects talks under pressure, vows new moves amid standoff
Can US really remove Iran’s Uranium? Why extracting the 'nuclear dust' could be a nightmare operation | Explained
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
Talks between the US and Iran hinge on Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, which the US wants removed but Iran sees as vital for sovereignty. Technical, logistical, and political challenges make any deal on removal or neutralization extremely complex and risky.
Fugitive in Norway, honoured in Pakistan: Who is Umar Farooq Zahoor seen with JD Vance in Islamabad?
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
A viral video from US-Iran talks in Islamabad shows US officials with Umar Farooq Zahoor, a Pakistan-origin businessman wanted in Norway for fraud but honored in Pakistan for investments, sparking debate over his contrasting reputations and diplomatic access.
Penis-shaped flight paths spark trouble for Finnish cadet pilots
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Finnish Air Force cadets drew penis-shaped paths during training.
- Air Force probes incident, disciplinary action possible
- Flights stayed in assigned airspace and posed no safety risk.
What comes after the ceasefire? Why US-Iran war may be heading towards a long ‘frozen conflict’ | Explained
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
Despite diplomatic efforts, the US-Israel-Iran conflict is likely heading toward a prolonged, uneasy standoff or "frozen conflict," with core disputes unresolved, mistrust persisting, and periodic flare-ups and regional instability expected to continue.