The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the risk from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) remains high at the national and regional levels, though considered low globally. Ongoing investigations aim to determine the outbreak’s origins, already indicating it likely began months ago in the DRC’s eastern regions. Ebola Situation Overview...
On May 20, 2026, the British Defense Ministry reported a tense encounter involving two Russian jets intercepting a British surveillance aircraft over the Black Sea. The incident adds to the strained relations between Russia and the United Kingdom, exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and espionage claims. Defense Minister John Healey condemned the actions...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed disapproval towards his national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, after videos surfaced showing Ben-Gvir’s aggressive behavior towards pro-Palestinian flotilla activists. These clips depict Ben-Gvir mocking the activists while they are under Israeli security personnel custody. Ben-Gvir, a far-right government minister known for inciting violence against Palestinians, was seen walking...
On May 20, 2026, a study published in Royal Society Open Science revealed unprecedented journeys made by humpback whales between eastern Australia and Brazil. Researchers documented the longest distances recorded for these marine giants. The study involved international scientists identifying whales using tens of thousands of images. These photos revealed two humpback whales traversing oceans...
In 2015, Stephen Colbert first hosted The Late Show, quickly targeting Donald Trump in his satirical monologues. He compared his love for Oreos to Trump’s relentless criticisms of him. Colbert emphasized his independence by stating he didn’t need to feature Trump to succeed on TV. Over 11 years, Colbert remained an outspoken critic of Trump...
In recent years, single Gen Z women have been leading the charge in homeownership. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), they made up 35% of all homebuyers within their generation, whereas single Gen Z men accounted for only 18%. The NAR survey examined purchases made between July 2024 and June 2025, covering buyers...
The Trump administration has recently established a $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate individuals who allege mistreatment by the federal government. Legal experts express concerns that this fund seems to breach established Justice Department standards and practices along with directives issued by the administration previously. On Pam Bondi’s first day as Attorney General in February...
Two police officers who defended the Capitol against a mob on January 6, 2021, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. They aim to stop the creation of a fund they believe will reward the rioters and right-wing militia groups. The lawsuit was filed by former Officer Harry Dunn of the U.S. Capitol Police...
Neptune’s distant moon, Nereid, may be the last remaining moon from Neptune’s original system, surviving after a major cosmic collision. Scientists made this announcement on Wednesday. As the eighth and farthest planet from the sun, Neptune has 16 known moons. Triton, its largest moon, is believed to have arrived from the cold outer regions of...
Raúl Castro, at 94 years old, no longer holds any official title in Cuba. Yet, he continues to exert substantial power, particularly over the military, according to experts. His influence extends to pivotal negotiations with the Trump administration concerning the ongoing dispute between Havana and Washington. Cuban state media still regards him highly, often calling...