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international

Winning Big at Golden Globes: A Boost for Oscar Hopefuls

January 7, 2025

The Golden Globes had a mix of laughter and controversy this year. While some stars, like Glen Powell and Nicole Kidman, had fun, others, like Harrison Ford and Cate Blanchett, weren't as amused. The new voting system, including international voters, led to a diverse set of winners, with France’s “E

environment

Saving Our Future: The Global Push to Protect Wild Rice

January 5, 2025

Did you know that wild rice could be a game-changer in feeding the world? As our planet's climate goes through big changes, it's becoming crucial to save and use wild rice varieties. These are like the grandparents of the rice we eat, with special traits that could help rice crops survive tough cond

health

Philip Morris's Education Push: Harm Reduction or Hidden Agenda?

January 4, 2025

In the world of tobacco, Philip Morris International (PMI) has been quietly supporting educational courses for healthcare professionals. These courses, disguised as independent, focus on harm reduction, suggesting smokeless tobacco and e-cigarettes as safer alternatives to traditional smoking. But i

crime

Solving the Puzzle of the Cybertruck Blast

January 3, 2025

The mysterious explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas has puzzled investigators. This unusual event, which happened on New Year's Day, involved Matthew Livelsberger, a 37-year-old decorated military veteran from Colorado. Livelsberger, a Green Beret on lea

news

Tesla Cybertruck Catches Fire Near Trump Hotel in Las Vegas

January 2, 2025

Early Wednesday morning, a Tesla Cybertruck burst into flames outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. This incident, happening around 8:40 a. m. , resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. The Clark County Fire Department promptly responded to the scene, discovering several injured

entertainment

Ringing in 2025: A Worldwide New Year's Eve Timeline

December 31, 2024

Ever wondered who gets to celebrate New Year's Eve first? It's not New York City! The tiny island of Kiritimati, part of Kiribati, is the first to welcome the new year. When it's 5 a. m. on December 31 in the Eastern Time zone, it's already New Year's Day on Kiritimati. Soon after, New Zealand and s

politics

Windows Banned to Hide Afghan Women

December 30, 2024

In a recent step, the Taliban has ordered a ban on windows that overlook areas where women could be seen inside their homes. The group's spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, explained on X that seeing women in everyday tasks like cooking or fetching water might lead to improper behavior. The Taliban ha

entertainment

Theatre's Global Shift: Ninagawa and Noda's International Impact

December 29, 2024

During the 31 years of the Heisei era (1989-2018), two notable figures, Ninagawa Yukio and Noda Hideki, left a significant mark on the global theatre scene. Unlike many directors, Ninagawa Yukio didn’t focus on Japanese cultural elements in his productions. Instead, he merged diverse cultures, creat

politics

Plane Crash Mystery: Was Russia Involved?

December 29, 2024

On Wednesday, an Azerbaijan Airlines plane headed from Baku to Grozny heard a blast and diverted from its route, crashing near Aktau, Kazakhstan. The crash killed 38 people, but 29 survived. Russia, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan are working together to investigate the incident. Some reports suggest the

health

Moving Back Home: How Chinese Student Returnees Feel About Changes and Depression

December 28, 2024

Have you ever thought about how your living conditions might affect your mental health? For Chinese international students returning home, this is a real concern, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. A recent study looked into how these students feel about changes in where they live, their plans