A heated discussion took place recently between President Trump and key European leaders regarding Ukraine. The conversation, which involved Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany, President Emmanuel Macron of France, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain, reportedly included "pretty strong words
In the war-torn outskirts of Dobropillia, a small town in eastern Ukraine, the sound of artillery echoes through the air. The town, like many others in the Donetsk region, has been heavily damaged by years of Russian attacks. Despite the danger, some residents, like 97-year-old Kateryna Lomova, refu
In the quiet eucalyptus groves of Santa Cruz, a unique project is underway. Citizen scientists are using smartphones to track monarch butterflies. This is thanks to tiny Bluetooth tags called Blu+. These tags help researchers understand the migration patterns of these beautiful insects. The western
In a move that could impact millions, a group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have joined forces to extend key Affordable Care Act (ACA) provisions. The plan, led by Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-VA) and Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), aims to prevent a sharp increase in health insurance premiums by pr
The Thames River in London is home to a unique creature, the German hairy snail. This small snail has a hairy shell, which helps it live in wet areas. The hairs help the snail manage moisture, making its slime stickier. This allows it to hold onto plants and debris in its environment. However, the G
In the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, the picturesque village of Kithulbadde in central Sri Lanka is grappling with a harsh reality. The cyclone, which claimed 479 lives and affected 1. 2 million people, has left deep scars on the landscape and the hearts of its residents. The government reports that
Asheville is seeing fewer violent crimes this year. The city has reported a 28% drop in violent crimes compared to last year. This is the lowest number in five years. The biggest reason for this drop is fewer aggravated assaults. The city had a big spike in violent crimes in 2022. That year, there
Baltimore is seeing more Mpox cases this year, but don't panic. Health officials say the risk to most people is still low. Since January, there have been 24 cases, with over half happening after September. Last year, only seven cases were reported in the whole year. This might sound scary, but it's
Congo has declared the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, marking a significant win in the country's fight against the deadly virus. The 16th outbreak, which began in September 2023, has left a trail of 53 confirmed cases and 43 deaths. The health minister, Roger Kamba, announced the good news in Kin
Lebanon is in a tough spot right now. It's got political problems, economic troubles, and a lot of people are leaving because of it. But Pope Leo is there to try and bring some hope and peace. He's meeting with leaders from all the different religious groups in Lebanon. This is a big deal because L
