It appears that you are unable to access certain content due to geographical restrictions. This can be caused by various factors, including: * Your location being outside of the content’s availability area * The content provider’s choice to restrict access based on your IP address or device * A combination of both geographical and technical … Read more
Harvard Professor Alberto Ascherio Receives Breakthrough Prize for Groundbreaking Research on EBV Infection and Multiple Sclerosis Harvard professor Alberto Ascherio has been awarded the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences for his pioneering research that establishes Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) as a leading cause of multiple sclerosis (MS). The prize recognizes Ascherio’s 25-year effort to identify … Read more
Britain is keenly seeking to strengthen ties with Italy as part of its post-Brexit relationships with Europe. A four-day state visit by the King and Queen marks a significant step in this effort, aiming to boost cooperation on defence, sustainability, clean energy, and cultural exchanges. The royal couple’s itinerary includes meeting Italian President Sergio Mattarella, … Read more
President Donald Trump’s tariff policies are sending shockwaves through the global stock market. Experts advise against acting rashly, citing the potential risks of missing out on long-term gains. Leaving your 401(k) alone is a good strategy if you have decades until retirement, according to Fortune. Instead, diversifying your holdings and investing in international markets can … Read more
Taiwan’s National Security Bureau has accused China of using generative artificial intelligence to spread disinformation and “divide” the island’s public. In a report reviewed by Reuters, the bureau detected over half a million pieces of controversial messages on social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok so far this year. China has increased its military drills, … Read more
US Steel shares rose sharply after President Donald Trump directed his administration to re-examine the merger between US Steel and Nippon Steel, a $15 billion deal that was completed in 2016. The news sparked a surge of optimism among investors, with the stock gaining 0.83% as a result. Source: https://www.barrons.com/articles/u-s-steel-activist-nippon-85daee39
King Charles and Queen Camilla have released new photographs taken during their state visit to Italy, marking their 20th wedding anniversary later this week. The royal couple posed for pictures in the gardens of Villa Wolkonsky in Rome, with the Queen wearing a lily of the valley brooch. The trip comes at an “historic” moment … Read more
The recent US President Donald Trump’s tariff announcements have left investors and everyday Americans reeling. But what does it mean for you? We asked experts to answer some pressing questions about stocks, tariffs, pensions, and the economy. How Does a Stock Market Index Work? According to Simon Jack, the BBC’s business editor, stock market indices … Read more
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has confirmed that a day at Uranus takes approximately 17 hours, 14 minutes, and 52 seconds to complete, making it 28 seconds longer than previously estimated. A decade-long study of aurora observations led by the Paris Observatory found this precise rotation period for the seventh planet from the sun. The study’s … Read more
Nintendo has pushed back against suggestions that the price of its upcoming Switch 2 console was influenced by early US trade tariffs, but admits that it will have to address the impact of the latest round of levies. The company unveiled the Switch 2 last week, sparking widespread criticism over its $450 USD retail price … Read more