Ukraine launched a major nighttime attack on a dozen Russian regions, Russian-held Crimea and the surrounding seas, in what appeared to be one of Kyiv’s biggest drone assaults since the Kremlin’s full-scale invasion. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, air defenses intercepted 660 drones, surpassing the previous biggest Ukrainian attack over the past year of … Read more
Kenyan police arrested 355 people and deployed tear gas in Nairobi on Thursday as families of victims from the June 2024 anti-government protests marched to Parliament. Demonstrators demanded transparency in government-promised compensation and justice for the at least 60 individuals killed during police crackdowns on tax-hike protests, according to reports by The Associated Press. Why … Read more
Astronomers have identified two giant exoplanets with densities lower than cotton candy, making them the lightest known planets of their size. Located 1,110 light-years away in the constellation Volans, these “super-puffs” possess a physical consistency comparable to shaving foam, according to George Dransfield of the University of Oxford. The findings, published in Monthly Notices of … Read more
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte met with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Wednesday to lobby for the continued stability of the 77-year-old military alliance. The meeting occurred as the U.S. Department of Defense conducts a six-month review of the American military footprint in Europe, amid persistent criticism from President Trump regarding member nation … Read more
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s slate of progressive candidates secured a series of victories in Tuesday’s congressional primaries, unseating two incumbent Democratic congressmen and signaling a shift in the city’s political power structure. The results, confirmed by Associated Press reporting, mark a significant advancement for the democratic socialist movement as it seeks to redefine … Read more
Canadian jewellery brand Mejuri has launched a permanent stainless steel collection, signaling a shift in the fine jewellery industry where bold design and durability are increasingly prioritized over the intrinsic value of precious metals. According to CEO Noura Sakkijha, the move allows for larger, sculptural forms that remain accessible to consumers even as gold prices … Read more
Louis Vuitton’s Spring-Summer 2027 menswear show at Paris Fashion Week, spearheaded by creative director Pharrell Williams, signaled a shift toward “dandy” surf culture, blending high-end tailoring with functional, beach-inspired utility. According to Associated Press reports, the collection featured wetsuit-inspired textures, weathered denim, and beaded bombers, all presented against a massive, artificial wave set in Paris. … Read more
Ukrainian forces are intensifying a long-range drone campaign against Crimea to isolate Russian military supply lines and degrade critical energy infrastructure. By targeting power substations, rail bridges, and fuel depots, Kyiv aims to disrupt the peninsula’s logistics network, forcing Russian authorities to implement severe restrictions on civilian fuel and public gatherings, according to reports from … Read more
Andy Burnham has emerged as the clear front-runner to replace Keir Starmer as the leader of the U.K. Labour Party and Prime Minister, following Starmer’s announcement that he will step down within weeks. According to the Associated Press, Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, is currently meeting with Labour colleagues to prepare for a … Read more
Poty, a black jaguar at Rio de Janeiro’s BioParque, has predicted a Brazil victory over Scotland in their upcoming World Cup Group C match. While Poty selected the Brazil enrichment box, BioParque biologist Caio de Souza Silva noted her brief inspection of the Scotland option could signal a physically demanding game for the Brazilian side. … Read more