Guinea-Bissau finds itself in another political storm. This time, the military has taken control, stopping the count of votes from a recent presidential election. The opposition is not happy. They want the results out. They believe the military should not interfere with democracy. The military call
In a recent phone call, former U. S. President Donald Trump advised Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to ease tensions with China. This conversation came after a heated exchange between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, where Xi emphasized China's stance on Taiwan. Takaichi had previously
Thanksgiving is a big deal for travel in the U. S. This year, over 80 million people are expected to hit the roads, with most of them driving. In Michigan alone, 2. 3 million people are planning to travel, and many will drive more than 50 miles to reach their destinations. Winter weather is on its
In the world of strength sports, a big stir happened after the World’s Strongest Woman contest. The organizers found out something shocking about the winner, Jammie Booker. They discovered that Booker, who was born male, had competed in the women's category. This news came to light when some very pr
Simu Liu, known for his role in Marvel's "Shang-Chi, " recently took to social media to criticize Hollywood's regression in Asian representation. He shared posts about Asian actors struggling to land leading roles, calling the situation "appalling. " Liu argued that the success of recent Asian-led f
The Hudson River has come a long way from its polluted past. In the 1960s, it was a dumping ground for sewage and toxic waste from factories like General Motors and General Electric. The river was so polluted that Governor Nelson Rockefeller called it a "great septic tank. " But things changed. Laws
Shift work can mess with your body clock. This isn't just about feeling tired. It can also lead to some serious health issues. For women, the risks might be even higher. Why? Well, women's bodies work in unique ways. Hormones and other factors can make them more sensitive to disruptions. Now, let's
INTERPOL is at a crossroads. The organization, which connects police forces worldwide, is about to pick its next leader. This isn't just about a fancy title; it's about keeping INTERPOL honest and effective. One candidate, Turkey's Mustafa Serkan Sabanca, is in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. A
The recent budget announcement has brought several changes that could impact your wallet. Let's break it down in simple terms. First off, taxes might be a bit tougher. The income tax bands, which decide how much tax you pay, won't increase with inflation until 2031. This means if you get a pay rais
Jakarta, Indonesia's bustling capital, has taken the top spot as the world's most populous city, according to a recent United Nations report. This change comes not just from a sudden population explosion, but from a new way of counting urban populations. The report, released on November 18, estimat
