We may be building a new island between Hawaii and California. Not one that is hospitable, beautiful, or even healthy, but already spanning more than 1.6 million km2. This “island”, called the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, contains an estimated 1.8 trillion pieces of garbage, most of which are microplastics less than 5 mm wide. Rather…

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A major rift was created in the MAGA platform after President Trump posted an AI depiction of himself as Jesus, healing a sick man. His comments about Pope Leo exacerbated tensions as both leaders criticized each other’s views. Firstly, the President began with a post that criticised the Pope, saying that he was “weak on…

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The earliest cancer record is estimated to be over 1.7 million years old. The malignant tumor, reported by Dr. Edward John in 2016 during his studies in South Africa, serves as the oldest record (Wikipedia contributors, 2026). The Egyptians used a practice called cauterization which involves burning a part of the body to remove ‘an…

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The case of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez has once again drawn national attention after singer David Anthony Burke, known professionally as D4vd, was charged in connection with her death. Authorities say Celeste’s remains were found Sept. 8, 2025, in the front trunk of a Tesla owned by the alt-singer.  The car, which was towed to…

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Tim Cook—the second most iconic face of Apple after Steve Jobs—has stepped down as CEO, passing the role to John Ternus. Cook held the position for 15 years, the longest tenure of any Apple CEO. Starting September 1st, Cook will transition to Executive Chairman, where he’ll lead the Board of Directors and play a key…

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On April 6, 2026, India etched a historic chapter in its scientific history as the indigenously designed 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, successfully attained its first criticality. This event marks the official entry of the nation into the second stage of its visionary three-stage nuclear power program, a long-term…

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The public release of court documents connected to financier Jeffrey Epstein has renewed scrutiny of the powerful figures who once moved within his social circle. As records from lawsuits and investigations continue to be unsealed, public attention has zeroed in on the appearance of well-known names—including British socialite Andrew Mountbatten Windsor (formerly known as Prince…

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After his father, former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed on February 28th, Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei was declared the new Supreme Leader. His selection speaks volumes, even if very little of his political beliefs is known. Firstly, President Trump has stated that a Supreme Leader elected without US approval is “not going to last…

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In a remarkable first, the Hague District Court of the Netherlands ruled that the Dutch government was discriminating against its own citizens by inadequately protecting the health of certain people from climate change. The first and only court in the world to do so, it brought substantial consequences to environmental decisions long thought to be…

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César Chávez was a civil rights icon; up until March 18th,  his name was associated with labor unions, nonviolent protests, and civil rights; then, allegations of sexual misconduct and internal purges raised questions about the once highly honored leader. Though there were some already-known controversial facets of Chávez’s legacy, he was mainly known for building…

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The Environmental Protection Agency set for itself a deadline of 2035 to terminate the use of animals (including rabbits, dogs, mice, and other mammals) for chemical testing. Animal experimentation has long been a controversial setting as proponents of both sides make compelling arguments about its ethical implications, scientific value, and necessity for medical advancement. EPA…

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Minnesota has recently been a hub for violence linked to state authority. In 2026, the Twins served as the center of Anti-ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) demonstrations in the aftermath of several deaths. The Beginning of It All Since December 2025, President Donald Trump has deployed over 3,000 ICE and Border Patrol Agents to Minnesota–…

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It’s January, which means every tech geek’s favorite tech convention is here! CES 26 saw the announcement of so many cool new tech, and here are the top 6 tech from the event. 6. Lego SMART Play Lego launched a set with sensors integrated into the blocks. There are three main smart blocks included –…

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January 3, 2026 – remember this date because this will be on an APUSH test soon. January 3 is the day the US kidnapped the Venezuelan President and First Lady. So how does this work – how does one just take another country’s leader? Surely you need more than a black van and a bag…

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Acne is one of the nemesis most teenagers battle with, among many others. It is at puberty that most of us get our pimples. I later learned of others who get it at a later age in their youth or even as a young adult. Most people prefer their acne to surface in their teenage…

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Imagine a world where the most valuable commodity is not oil, gold, or land, but a specific type of logic etched onto silicon. Three years ago, if you had stood in a London boardroom and suggested that a company known for making “graphics cards” would eventually carry a valuation exceeding the entire GDP of Germany,…

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Numerous patients who suffered from ALS, Alzheimer’s, or a stroke in the past face difficulties with moving the necessary muscles involved with speaking. Researchers from the University of Cambridge and Beihang University have created a wearable intelligent throat that has the potential to aid these patients, while targeting certain problematic areas in which older tech…

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