The European Commission is working on a proposal to reduce the bloc’s dependence on Russian oil and gas imports, following criticism from US President Donald Trump. The plan aims to phase out Russian fossil fuels from the European energy market. The proposal may include increasing US natural gas imports, as suggested by EU Commissioner Ursula … Read more
Apple has launched an Earth Day promotion, offering customers 10% off eligible accessories when they recycle eligible devices at participating Apple Stores. The offer is available from April 22 to May 16 in many countries, including the US, Canada, and several European nations. The promotion targets devices that are not eligible for trade-in credit at … Read more
Tech giants Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon are locked in a battle to reduce their carbon pollution. Apple has made significant progress, reporting a 60% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2015. The company aims to eliminate at least 75% of its emissions by 2030. Many companies have successfully reduced their own carbon footprint, thanks to … Read more
The Antikythera Mechanism, an ancient Greek artifact believed to be the world’s oldest computer, has been found to have design flaws. The mechanism, discovered in a first century B.C. shipwreck off the coast of Greece in 1901, is composed of a hand crank and series of interlocking bronze gears. Researchers suggest that its triangular-shaped gear … Read more
The impact of the new US tariff policy on global stock markets is a story of turmoil and unpredictability. When President Trump unveiled his plan to remake the global economy, he promised to reduce trade imbalances, restore “fairness” in trade, and bring manufacturing jobs back into the United States. The tariffs, which include a universal … Read more
AOL, part of Yahoo’s family of brands, shares its cookie notice with users. This notice explains how the company uses cookies and personal data for various purposes. Users can choose to accept or reject the use of cookies and personal data by clicking on “Reject all” or customizing their choices through “Manage privacy settings”. At … Read more
A powerful magnetar, traveling through our galaxy from an unknown birthplace, is puzzling scientists with its unusual origin story. NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has tracked the object, SGR 0501+4516, for over a decade, revealing it likely didn’t form in the typical violent supernova explosion that creates ultra-magnetic neutron stars. Neutron stars are dead remnants of … Read more
Two people have died of a rare brain disorder called Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease in Hood River County, Oregon. Over the past eight months, three cases have been identified, with two confirmed and one presumptive diagnosis. Creutzfeldt-Jakob is a progressive dementia caused by infectious proteins called prions, which can lead to rapid cognitive decline, movement disorders, and … Read more
NASA-operated Perseverance rover has made a groundbreaking discovery on Mars, sending shockwaves through the scientific community. In March 2025, the rover captured an image of rocks in the Jezero crater rim containing hundreds of millimeter-sized grey spheres. These spheres have sparked intense interest due to their unique shapes and potential connections to volcanic eruptions or … Read more
As the United States imposes tariffs on Chinese goods, American consumers are turning to popular Chinese e-commerce apps to snag affordable alternatives for everyday items like handbags, yoga pants, and wallets. The shift is largely driven by concerns that domestic platforms may raise prices in response to the tariffs, leaving shoppers with limited options for … Read more