The world’s glaciers are losing record amounts of ice as global temperatures rise, according to a UNESCO report. Since 1975, glaciers have lost approximately 9,000 gigatons of ice, equivalent to an ice block the size of Germany with a thickness of 25 meters. This dramatic ice loss is expected to accelerate as climate change caused … Read more
Disney’s live-action adaptation of Snow White has topped North America’s box office chart despite receiving underwhelming reviews from critics. The film earned an estimated $87.3 million globally in its opening weekend, with almost half coming from the US. However, the movie fell short of expectations, as it reportedly cost over $270 million to produce. The … Read more
Global energy demand has surged by nearly 1,100 terawatt-hours in 2024, driven largely by a significant increase in electricity use. This represents a 4.3% growth, nearly twice the annual average over the past decade. The rise in electricity consumption was fueled by the electrification of transportation, record-breaking global temperatures, increased industrial activity, and growing demand … Read more
Google has admitted that it lost some customer data due to a ‘technical issue’ affecting its Google Maps Timeline feature. The feature, which tracks users’ locations around the world, appears to have been deleted for some people without any backup option available. The company’s email to affected users claims that most who enabled encrypted backups … Read more
Turkish opposition party CHP has chosen jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu as its presidential candidate for 2028 elections. Over 15 million voters supported Imamoglu in a primary organized by the main opposition party, amid massive protests over his arrest. The arrests of Imamoglu and several journalists have sparked widespread criticism against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s … Read more
National Grid’s chief executive has stated that Heathrow Airport had sufficient power supplies despite a fire that temporarily shut down its energy systems. The incident occurred on November 23, leading to flight disruptions and travel delays. According to the CEO, the grid’s backup systems ensured a stable supply of electricity to the airport, preventing widespread … Read more
A deadly fungal epidemic in Brazil is rapidly spreading, fueled by pollution, cats, and genetics. The country is facing the world’s largest and most persistent sporotrichosis epidemic, a fungal infection spread primarily through cats. A recent study has revealed an alarming genetic diversity in the fungus, suggesting that urban pollutants may be accelerating its evolution. … Read more
The season two finale of Severance, titled “Cold Harbor,” has left fans reeling. To dive deeper into the episode’s themes, plot twists, and character developments, join our subscriber-exclusive newsletter, The Severance Club. This newsletter is dedicated to dissecting and debating everything about Season 2. For those who missed it, the finale features a dramatic conclusion … Read more
A United Airlines pilot was accused of forcibly removing an Orthodox Jewish passenger from a plane bathroom while he was experiencing constipation, exposing his genitalia to other flyers. Yisroel Liebb, from New Jersey, filed a federal lawsuit against the airline and the US Department of Homeland Security after being detained and humiliated by Customs and … Read more
President Donald Trump’s executive order to reduce government spending has already resulted in layoffs for nearly 30,000 federal workers. However, the impact of this reduction is still uncertain, with thousands of workers being reinstated and placed on leave. While the direct effect of reduced government spending may seem limited to a small group of people, … Read more