Oil prices plummeted as investors reacted to shifting US trade policy, with West Texas Intermediate falling 3.7% near $60 a barrel. The move followed a brief relief rally on Wednesday, despite President Trump’s surprise announcement of a 90-day tariff halt on dozens of nations. However, the president also raised duties on China to 145%, exacerbating … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s unorthodox approach may help avert a looming conflict with Iran. Trump has sent his envoy, Steve Witkoff, to Oman to negotiate with Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, on April 12th. The talks aim for direct communication between the two countries, despite initial requests from both sides for an indirect format via … Read more
The Canadian government is warning citizens visiting the US that border officials have the authority to search travelers’ electronic devices, including phones and laptops, without providing a reason. This can lead to risks such as device seizure, travel delays, or denial of entry for non-US citizens. To prepare, Canadians are advised to place their devices … Read more
An emergency doctor has revealed an unexpected trick to quickly fall asleep and overcome intrusive thoughts. US physician Joe Whittington suggests stretching your arm above your head and drawing an infinity sign with your finger, repeating the movement until drowsiness sets in. The technique targets the brain’s vestibular system, which regulates balance and eye movement. … Read more
Canadian travelers are avoiding trips to the US due to escalating tensions between the two nations. In March, the number of return trips by Canadians to the US in their own cars decreased by 31.9% compared to the previous year, according to Statistics Canada. This is the third consecutive monthly decline, with a 23% drop … Read more
Noah Wyle, star of the medical drama ER, has returned to television after 16 years with his new show, The Pitt. Created in collaboration with ER producers John Wells and R. Scott Gemmill, The Pitt aims to recreate the fast-paced and intense environment of an emergency room. To achieve this, the production team has taken … Read more
Renowned US scholars Jason Stanley, Marci Shore, and Timothy Snyder have left their tenured positions at Yale University to relocate to the University of Toronto, citing a desire for academic freedom. The trio’s move is not driven by financial gain or prestige but rather a need to escape the harsh climate imposed by the Trump … Read more
Eighty years ago, American soldiers liberated the notorious Mauthausen Nazi concentration camp in Austria, and they received a message of solidarity from Spanish prisoners who had been imprisoned there. The Spaniards welcomed the liberators with a banner that read “The Spanish Antifascists Greet the Liberating Forces,” showing their shared fight against extremism. Mauthausen was established … Read more
Billionaire astronaut Jared Isaacman, nominated by President Trump to lead NASA, claims he will treat SpaceX contractor like any other firm despite Elon Musk’s significant stake. However, many question the sincerity of his assertion amid concerns over a potential conflict of interest. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2025/04/09/nasa-administrator-isaacman-confirmation-senate
A new AI-powered system has been developed to offer personalized book recommendations, allowing users to discover new titles based on their reading habits and preferences. The system uses a complex algorithm that analyzes user behavior, such as the books they’ve read, liked, or disliked. It also takes into account external factors like awards, bestseller lists, … Read more