US refiners are putting investments on hold due to the ongoing global tariff war, which threatens to disrupt demand and possibly trigger a worldwide recession. The Trump administration’s new tariffs have sparked frustration in the industry, with refineries rallying around concerns that weaker global GDP growth will lead to lower oil prices and refining margins. … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused China of turning a blind eye to at least 155 Chinese nationals fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Zelenskyy stated that Beijing knew about the recruitment and participation of these individuals, despite claiming to be neutral in the conflict. Two dossiers have been released by Ukrainian officials, naming and picturing … Read more
US President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, amidst ongoing trade tensions and diplomatic efforts. Trump refused to confirm whether he plans to reduce tariffs imposed on Israel, which have sparked market volatility. The meeting was closely watched by investors and foreign governments, seeking signs of flexibility from the president. … Read more
Scottish actor Jack Lowden is rumored to be a contender for the iconic role of Mr. Darcy in Netflix’s upcoming adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice. This highly anticipated series follows the romantic lead opposite Elizabeth Bennet, with past portrayals by notable actors like Colin Firth and Matthew Macfadyen. Source: https://www.justjared.com/tags/pride-and-prejudice
Scientists studying soil samples returned from China’s moon landing on the far side last year have found evidence that it may be drier than the part of the moon constantly facing Earth. The discovery was made using electron microscopes and suggests less than 1.5 micrograms of water per gram of soil, a significantly lower amount … Read more
OnePlus has made Android 16 Beta 2 available to its developers and advanced users. The update is the first time a beta version of a new OS has been offered to the public on the OnePlus 13. To test the new software, users must follow the detailed upgrade guide provided by the company. However, it’s … Read more
A recent observation of asteroid 2024 YR4 has revealed a unique shape, likening it to a spinning hockey puck. This unusual shape was discovered by astronomers at the Gemini South Observatory in Chile using multiple wavelengths of light. The asteroid, approximately 200 feet in length, appears as a flat disk with a rapid rotation rate … Read more
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has faced criticism for his response to a large measles outbreak in West Texas. Despite attending the funeral of a third victim, Kennedy claimed the US’s response should be a “model for the world,” but public health experts say this is not supported by evidence. The … Read more
As an adult, you may wonder if your measles vaccination is sufficient or if you need additional protection. The requirements vary depending on when you received the vaccine and other factors. If you were vaccinated between 1963 and 1967, you are at risk of developing immunity issues due to a less effective inactivated vaccine used … Read more
President Donald Trump unexpectedly rolled back some of his market-roiling tariffs, sending stocks surging in historic reversal. The announcement came just hours after Trump posted on Truth Social that “THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO BUY!!!”, prompting investors to jump into the market. According to calculations, if an investor bought into the S&P 500 index … Read more