Japan’s struggling PM had a tough summer and is now stepping down
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is set to step down in September after a difficult summer. Scandals involving his party, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), and even his family have…
What is mpox and how does it spread?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the mpox outbreak in Africa a serious global health emergency. Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, has killed at least 450 people in the…
Nigerian governor’s WhatsApp number hacked by scammers
Fraudsters have hacked the WhatsApp number of Umo Eno, the governor of Nigeria’s Akwa Ibom state, and used it to ask his contacts for money. On Tuesday, people in the…
Canada may take away terror suspect’s citizenship
Canada’s Immigration Minister Marc Miller has expressed strong disapproval of a terror plot involving a father and son. The government is considering whether to take away the citizenship of the…
Gena Rowlands, Star of ‘The Notebook,’ Passes Away at 94
Gena Rowlands, Star of ‘The Notebook,’ Dies at 94 American actress Gena Rowlands, known for her roles in films like The Notebook and Another Woman, has died at age 94.…
UK Inflation rate increases to 2.2% for the first time this year
The UK’s inflation rate has increased to 2.2% for the first time this year, as reported by BBC. This rise, which is above the Bank of England’s target of 2%,…
US Inflation Slows Down, Raising Hopes for Rate Cuts
US inflation is growing at its slowest rate in over three years, with prices up just 2.9% in the year to July, according to the Labor Department. This slowdown in…
New Kashmir Rail Bridge Could Transform Travel in India
New Kashmir Bridge Could Change India’s Travel and Economy A new railway bridge in Kashmir, built over the Chenab River, is set to become the highest single-arch rail bridge in…
Chinese Company Claims It Has the World’s Fastest-Charging Electric Car Battery
Zeekr, a Chinese car maker, says it now has the fastest-charging electric vehicle (EV) battery. According to BBC News, their new batteries can charge from 10% to 80% in just…
Should You Really Wash and Reuse Ziploc Bags?
Should You Wash and Reuse Ziploc Bags? Here’s What You Need to Know Ziploc bags are handy for storing food, but can you wash and reuse them like grandma used…