Indonesia’s parliament has passed contentious amendments to the country’s military law, allocating more civilian posts for military officers. However, civil society groups and human rights activists have criticized the legislation, fearing it may lead to abuses of power, human rights violations, and impunity from consequences. The revisions were approved unanimously by Speaker Puan Maharani, who … Read more
A team of astronomers has made the exciting discovery of four tiny, rocky exoplanets orbiting Barnard’s Star, the second-closest star system to Earth. The planets are believed to be about 20% to 30% the size of our planet and circle their home star in just a matter of days. Researchers used advanced telescope technology, including … Read more
A nationwide egg shortage has been linked to a bird flu outbreak caused by H5N1, which has infected poultry flocks in every US state and killed over 166 million chickens. The virus is also spreading among cattle, with nearly 1,000 US dairy herds affected. Domestic cats are particularly susceptible to catching the virus, which can … Read more
The Times of Israel is currently experiencing technical difficulties, with the website temporarily unavailable due to a server issue. Users are advised to enable JavaScript and cookies in their browsers to access the site. The issue is expected to be resolved soon, but no estimated time frame has been provided by the website’s administrators. Source: … Read more
Disney’s new live-action adaptation of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs has been met with criticism over its handling of cultural issues. The film, set to release on March 21, features a predominantly white cast in traditionally ethnic roles, sparking accusations of cultural appropriation. Despite the controversy, critics argue that the movie remains an enjoyable … Read more
March Madness has become not just about basketball, but also about sports betting. As legalized sports betting expands across the country, people are placing bets alongside filling out their brackets. While some assume both activities require similar approaches, they are quite different. Filling out a bracket is like playing with pawns in chess, where you … Read more
Diddy’s former chief of staff, Kristina Khorram, has addressed the allegations made against her in a statement to Rolling Stone. The allegations, made by several alleged victims, claim that Khorram was involved in Diddy’s alleged sex trafficking and racketeering schemes. Khorram denies any involvement in these activities, stating that she has “never aided in or … Read more
Turkish authorities have arrested the city’s mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, who is a top rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The arrest comes days before Imamoglu was set to become the opposition’s candidate in the next presidential election. Prosecutors accuse him of corruption and terrorism, but opponents say it’s a politically motivated move aimed at silencing … Read more
After 25 years of dominating the life sim genre, can South Korean developer Krafton’s new game, InZoi, steal the crown? Based on a half-dozen hours of playtime, it seems unlikely. On paper, InZoi ticks all the right boxes. It boasts seamless worlds, glossy visuals, and extensive customization options that feel like a direct successor to … Read more
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has confirmed a fourth person with measles in the state this year, calling on communities to help spread accurate information about vaccine effectiveness. The cases are not related and do not pose an immediate concern, but officials are sounding the alarm due to low vaccination rates among young children. According … Read more