The European Union (EU) is considering lifting some of its sanctions against Syria following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad in December. France’s foreign minister stated that as part of a broader EU strategy, certain sanctions on energy and transport sectors would be suspended to aid reconstruction efforts. The EU foreign ministers met in Brussels … Read more
A recent study from VCU and CHoR reveals that while infant mortality rates have decreased, sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) has been rising. Between 1999 and 2022, the nation’s infant mortality rate dropped by 24.2%, according to a study published in the JAMA Pediatrics. However, researchers found that SUID rates increased significantly by 11.8% from … Read more
The Webb Space Telescope faces a critical threat from budget cuts, jeopardizing its mission and scientific outputs. Astronomers report that reduced funding could cut into the telescope’s effectiveness by 20% by fall 2025. NASA has proposed cutting operational funding by up to 20%, impacting activities like time allocation, data calibration, and instrument capabilities. With a … Read more
Engadget, a well-known tech blog, has officially become part of the Yahoo family of brands. The company now owns and operates key sites such as Yahoo and AOL, along with its digital advertising service, Yahoo Advertising. Engadget readers can now choose to control their cookie preferences by clicking “Reject all” or customize their settings through … Read more
** Health officials in Kansas report a significant TB outbreak affecting at least 146 people in the northeast region. As of Friday, 67 active cases were being treated in the metro area, with most (60) in Wyandotte County and seven in Johnson County. Inactive infections, where individuals carry the bacteria without symptoms, included 79 cases: … Read more
Israel has released eight of 33 captives listed by Hamas as part of its peace deal with Palestinian Authority, but some of those released are already dead. The next phase of the agreement will see another group of captives freed on Thursday and Saturday. According to Israel’s government spokesman, David Mencer, Hamas has confirmed that … Read more
President Trump expects TikTok to attract numerous bidders at the House Republican Conference in Miami, Florida. The event is set to occur on January 28th during a hearing on antitrust issues, where Trump will address concerns about foreign influence and competition within U.S.-based platforms. Analysts suggest this could signal the start of negotiations for TikTok’s … Read more