Northern Lights Visible Across US Tuesday Night Due to Geomagnetic Storm

A stronger-than-usual geomagnetic storm is expected to bring the northern lights visible across the northern United States on Tuesday night, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The minor storm will have a Kp index of 5, indicating the lights may be “quite pleasing to look at.” In 15 states, including Alaska, Washington, … Read more

BlackRock to Buy Majority Stakes in Panama Canal Ports

A consortium of investors led by BlackRock is set to acquire majority stakes in ports on either side of the Panama Canal, giving US firms control over two strategic locations. The deal, worth $22.8 billion, also includes dozens of other ports worldwide. US President Donald Trump had previously raised concerns about these ports due to … Read more

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Scientists Create Woolly Mouse with Mammoth-Like Traits

Scientists at Colossal Biosciences have created a genetically modified lab mouse with woolly mammoth-like traits, including curly whiskers and wavy hair that grows three times longer than an ordinary lab mouse. The goal of this experiment is to study the link between specific DNA sequences and physical traits that enabled the mammoth’s adaptation to life … Read more

Oscar Winner Offers Hope for Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Israeli filmmaker Avi Mograbi’s documentary “No Other Land” won the Academy Award for Best Documentary on Sunday, coinciding with a rare moment of calm in the longstanding Israel-Palestine conflict. The film’s victory brings a glimmer of hope that a joint future is possible for both peoples. The documentary explores the complex history and emotions surrounding … Read more

Egg Prices Soar Amid Trump’s Tariffs

US egg prices have hit an all-time high as Donald Trump’s tariffs went into effect on Tuesday. The 25% levy on Canadian and Mexican goods, combined with a 10% hike on Chinese imports, has sparked widespread concern among American consumers. Egg prices, in particular, have seen a significant jump, with the cost of a dozen … Read more

DR Congo Refugees Flee Amid Fighting and Sexual Violence

Almost 80,000 people have fled the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) due to fighting, sexual violence, and insecurity, according to the UN refugee agency (UNHCR). The exodus is showing no signs of stopping. The North and South Kivu provinces remain unstable, with hundreds of thousands of people displaced. Close to 80,000 have entered neighboring countries, … Read more

UNC Women’s Basketball Dominates Virginia Tech 91-59

UNC women’s basketball continued its winning streak, beating Virginia Tech 91-59 on Tuesday night. The Tar Heels have now won six straight games and are putting up impressive numbers, scoring an average of 90.8 points per game over their last six contests. The Heels took control of the game with a 48-12 run in the … Read more