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Meghan’s Kitchen Cameo: A Quick Taste of Royal Life

July 27, 2026

The Duchess of Sussex stepped back onto television after a long break, joining the judges on “MasterChef Australia” for a brief but memorable episode. The show aired during her four‑day trip to the country in April, and she appeared as a guest judge on July 26. The episode featured her introducing t

politics

Tampon and Lip Product Safety Scrutinized by Texas

July 27, 2026

The state Attorney General’s office has opened a wide investigation into several big brands that make feminine care and cosmetics. The goal is to see if companies are lying about the safety of their items. The probe follows a 2024 study that found lead, arsenic and other heavy metals in more than

environment

Colombia Faces a Climate Crossroads

July 11, 2026

Colombia is about to change leaders, and with that shift comes a real chance that the country’s recent climate wins could slip away. The current environment chief, Irene Vélez Torres, says the new president might undo steps taken to protect the Amazon and curb pollution. She worries that a governmen

business

Global Oil Supply Gets a Tech‑Style Makeover

July 9, 2026

Oil prices haven’t shot up even when the world’s biggest shipping chokepoint was briefly closed. Traders now see a network of tankers, ports and storage sites that can be checked online in real time. This “Amazon of oil” lets buyers spot empty vessels, know who owns them and redirect cargo quickly

science

Space Orbs on Australian Beach: A Cosmic Cleanup

July 8, 2026

A stretch of coast in Queensland turned into a sci‑fi set when bright, round objects appeared on the sand. The Australian Space Agency quickly said the items were not alien tech but leftovers from a rocket that re‑entered Earth’s atmosphere. The orbs are believed to be pressure vessels—parts of a la

education

University of Akron Tops North American Polymer Rankings

July 8, 2026

The University of Akron has been named the leading institution in North America for polymer science and plastics engineering. This recognition comes from EduRank, a global ranking system that measures research impact through citations and publication output. The university’s position as first in the

politics

Ukrainian Plan to Hit Russian War Supplies

June 25, 2026

President Zelenskiy announced that Ukraine will launch pre‑emptive strikes against Russian facilities used to support its war effort. The move comes as Kyiv increases attacks on energy infrastructure, hoping to pressure Moscow into negotiations. In a recent speech, the Ukrainian leader instructed i

politics

Colombia’s New Right‑Wing Leader Signals a Wider Shift in Latin America

June 22, 2026

A new president has taken office in Colombia, marking a clear move to the right that echoes across the continent. The winner is Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer and political newcomer known for his nationalist stance. His victory follows similar outcomes in Peru, where Keiko Fujimori edged o

politics

Hormuz Stalled Again: Ship Traffic Takes a Hit

June 22, 2026

Iran has shut the Strait of Hormuz once more, causing a sharp drop in vessel passage. On Sunday only five ships moved through the narrow waterway, down from 26 the previous day, according to Kpler data. The fleet included three very large crude carriers each carrying about two million barrels of Sau

politics

Colombia's big choice: Change direction or stick with the current path?

June 22, 2026

On Sunday, Colombians head to the polls for a high-stakes presidential runoff. They're not just picking a leader—they're deciding which way the country goes next. Will they double down on the left-wing policies of recent years or swing sharply right with a newcomer promising a hardline approach to c