Ukraine’s population has shrunk by 10 million since Russia first invaded

Ukraine’s population has declined by about eight million since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022, according to the U.N. Population Fund. The country had already lost an estimated 10 million people since 2014, with the population dropping from 45 million in 2014 to around 35 million today. The war has caused 6.7 million refugees to flee, and Ukraine now has one of the world’s lowest … Continue reading Ukraine’s population has shrunk by 10 million since Russia first invaded

Surfer dies after reportedly being impaled by swordfish

Italian surfer Giulia Manfrini, 36, died last week after being impaled by a swordfish while surfing in Indonesia’s Mentawai Islands. The swordfish unexpectedly struck her in the chest. Despite efforts by witnesses and local doctors, Manfrini could not be saved. Manfrini, a prominent surfer and co-founder of the travel company AWAVE, was described as passionate about surfing. Her tragic death has shocked her hometown of … Continue reading Surfer dies after reportedly being impaled by swordfish

Priest shot dead after officiating mass in Mexico state wracked by cartel violence

Hundreds gathered in San Andres Larrainzar, Chiapas, to mourn Catholic priest and activist Marcelo Pérez, who was killed by gunmen after celebrating Mass. Pérez, 50, advocated for Indigenous peoples and farm laborers, and often received threats from organized crime groups in the violence-ridden state. Despite warnings, the government did not provide protection for him. Human rights advocates blame his death on the state’s escalating violence, … Continue reading Priest shot dead after officiating mass in Mexico state wracked by cartel violence

Hezbollah drone hit Netanyahu’s bedroom window

A Hezbollah drone attack hit Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s seaside home in Caesarea. Declassified images show damage to his bedroom window and scorch marks on the wall, though reinforced glass prevented further harm. Two drones were shot down by Israeli defenses, but one hit the residence. Netanyahu and his wife were unharmed. The Israeli military attributed the attack to Hezbollah, with Iranian involvement confirmed. … Continue reading Hezbollah drone hit Netanyahu’s bedroom window

Walmart worker found dead in ‘large baking oven incident’

A 19-year-old Walmart employee was found dead in a mysterious incident involving a large baking oven at a Halifax, Nova Scotia store. Police responded to a ‘sudden death’ call but have not disclosed the exact location of the body. Multiple sources linked the death to a heated baking oven, though Walmart has not commented. Halifax police are conducting a complex investigation, with no confirmation of … Continue reading Walmart worker found dead in ‘large baking oven incident’

Archaeologists uncover one of the world’s oldest churches

Archaeologists have discovered the remains of an Armenian church dating back nearly 2,000 years in Artaxata, making it the oldest known structure of its kind in Armenia and one of the oldest in the world. Conducted by Germany’s University of Münster and the Armenian Academy of Sciences, the excavation is part of the Armenian-German Artaxata Project, initiated in 2018. Experts believe the church was built … Continue reading Archaeologists uncover one of the world’s oldest churches

Chinese Researchers Develop Ultra-strong ‘Lunar Bricks’ for Future Moon Base Construction

Chinese researchers have developed lunar bricks made from simulated lunar soil that are over three times stronger than traditional materials like concrete. These bricks will be tested for durability in China’s space station as part of plans to establish a lunar base by 2040, reducing the need to transport building materials from Earth. Created through a process called sintering, the bricks can withstand extreme lunar … Continue reading Chinese Researchers Develop Ultra-strong ‘Lunar Bricks’ for Future Moon Base Construction

US Space Force awards SpaceX $730 million to launch at least 9 national-security missions

SpaceX has received $733.6 million from the U.S. Space Force for two task orders covering eight launches, including seven for the Space Development Agency (SDA) and one for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO). The SDA launches will contribute to the development of the Transport Layer, a satellite constellation aimed at providing secure military data and connectivity. The NRO mission will take place from Vandenberg Space … Continue reading US Space Force awards SpaceX $730 million to launch at least 9 national-security missions

Axiom Space, Prada Unveil Spacesuit Design for Moon Return

Axiom Space and Prada have unveiled the design of the AxEMU spacesuit for NASA’s Artemis III mission at the International Astronautical Congress. The collaboration blends Prada’s expertise in materials and design with Axiom’s engineering to create a next-gen spacesuit for lunar exploration. The AxEMU suit, featuring advanced technologies for flexibility, safety, and temperature protection, will allow astronauts to explore the moon’s south pole, Axiom Space … Continue reading Axiom Space, Prada Unveil Spacesuit Design for Moon Return

NATO Ally’s New Jet-Fitted Laser Shield Downs ‘100%’ of Missiles

The U.K. has successfully tested a new air defense laser, achieving 100% accuracy in intercepting infrared heat-seeking missiles during a live trial in Sweden. The laser, part of the DragonFire program, offers a cheaper alternative to costly air defense missiles, with a per-shot cost under $13. This directed-energy weapon can target airborne threats like drones and missiles, and is being considered for British military jets, … Continue reading NATO Ally’s New Jet-Fitted Laser Shield Downs ‘100%’ of Missiles

Chinese robotics startup Robot Era unveils STAR1, the ‘fastest’ humanoid in the world

Chinese robotics startup Robot Era has launched STAR1, the world’s fastest humanoid robot, surpassing Tesla’s Optimus and Boston Dynamics’ Atlas. Standing 5.6 feet tall and weighing 143 pounds, STAR1 can sprint at 8 miles per hour, outperforming the previous record of 7.4 mph. Powered by high-torque motors and AI processing 275 trillion operations per second, STAR1 smoothly navigates various terrains, including sand and grass, First … Continue reading Chinese robotics startup Robot Era unveils STAR1, the ‘fastest’ humanoid in the world

Robot vacuums turn to self-driving tech to avoid household obstacles

The new Roborock Qrevo Curv is an advanced robot vacuum and mop that maps your home, vacuums, hot-mops, and maintains itself. Priced at $1,599.99, it boasts powerful suction, dual side-by-side brushes for handling pet hair, and a sophisticated PreciSense navigation system using lidar and cameras to efficiently clean and avoid obstacles. It also empties dust, cleans and dries its mops, and refills the reservoir automatically. … Continue reading Robot vacuums turn to self-driving tech to avoid household obstacles

Millions of People’s DNA in Doubt as 23andMe Faces Bankruptcy

23andMe, one of the world’s largest biotech companies, is now facing bankruptcy, raising concerns about the security of its vast genetic data. Founded in 2006, the company gained popularity with its affordable DNA testing kits, used by millions to learn about their health and ancestry. Despite initial success and going public in 2021, 23andMe’s financial struggles have escalated. With 14 million users to date, privacy … Continue reading Millions of People’s DNA in Doubt as 23andMe Faces Bankruptcy

Gold extends record, silver jumps to 12-year high as precious metals outperform stock market

Gold and silver prices continued to rise on Monday, with gold futures reaching near-record highs of $2,750 per ounce and silver briefly hitting $34 per ounce, the highest in 12 years. Gold is up 26% and silver 35% year to date, outperforming the S&P 500’s 19% gain. Central banks’ record gold purchases and increased investor interest in gold-backed ETFs have driven the surge, Yahoo Finance … Continue reading Gold extends record, silver jumps to 12-year high as precious metals outperform stock market

Frozen waffles from Kodiak, Target, Walmart recalled due to potential listeria contamination

TreeHouse Foods has voluntarily recalled dozens of frozen waffle products, including those sold by Kodiak Cakes, Publix, Walmart, Target, and Food Lion, due to potential listeria contamination. Consumers are urged to check their freezers and either discard the recalled waffles or return them for a refund. No illnesses have been reported. The recall affects products distributed across the U.S. and Canada, and both the FDA … Continue reading Frozen waffles from Kodiak, Target, Walmart recalled due to potential listeria contamination

Australian lawmaker confronts British royals: ‘You are not my king’

After King Charles III delivered a speech to Australia’s Parliament, Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe interrupted, shouting, “You are not my king” and demanding the return of stolen land. The protest occurred as King Charles and Queen Camilla visited Canberra, where the King acknowledged Australia’s First Nations people. Thorpe, a long-time critic of the British monarchy, turned her back during “God Save the King” and has … Continue reading Australian lawmaker confronts British royals: ‘You are not my king’

Moldova backs joining EU by razor-thin margin as president condemns ‘assault’ on democracy

Moldova narrowly voted in favor of joining the European Union, with 50.4% backing the move, according to near-final results. President Maia Sandu called it a significant step toward the EU but condemned foreign interference, accusing external actors of trying to undermine the process by buying votes. Sandu secured 42.3% of the vote in the presidential election, leading pro-Russian candidate Alexandr Stoianoglo, but will face a … Continue reading Moldova backs joining EU by razor-thin margin as president condemns ‘assault’ on democracy

60 Minutes denies it engaged in ‘deceitful editing’ in Harris interview

In response to an FCC complaint alleging “deceitful editing,” CBS’s 60 Minutes defended its editing of Vice President Kamala Harris’s interview aired on October 7. The program stated that claims of deceit are false, explaining that it presented different excerpts of her responses to the same question for clarity and conciseness. The statement noted that the portion shown on 60 Minutes was more succinct, allowing … Continue reading 60 Minutes denies it engaged in ‘deceitful editing’ in Harris interview

Newsom: It Is Not an Overstatement to Call Trump a Fascist

On MSNBC’s “Inside” Sunday, California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) stated that it is not an overstatement to label former President Donald Trump as a fascist. He described Trump as “weakness masquerading as strength” and expressed concern over his increasingly erratic behavior. Newsom criticized Trump’s rhetoric, comparing it to that of the Harris campaign and highlighted Trump’s declaration of wanting to be a dictator on his … Continue reading Newsom: It Is Not an Overstatement to Call Trump a Fascist

More than 1 million voters cast early ballots in North Carolina

As of Sunday, nearly 1.01 million North Carolinians have voted in the November general election, according to the North Carolina State Election Board. A total of 1,008,123 ballots have been cast, including 916,433 through in-person early voting, 77,831 via civilian absentee voting, and nearly 14,000 by military or overseas voters. This turnout represents about 13 percent of the state’s 7.8 million registered voters. Karen Brinson … Continue reading More than 1 million voters cast early ballots in North Carolina

Harris urges Black churchgoers in Georgia to head out to vote

Vice President Kamala Harris urged Black churchgoers in Atlanta to vote as part of the “souls to the polls” initiative, with music legend Stevie Wonder supporting her efforts by performing Bob Marley’s “Redemption Song.” During her visits to two churches, Harris emphasized kindness over insults, implicitly contrasting her style with that of Donald Trump. She noted the importance of the upcoming election, saying, “There is … Continue reading Harris urges Black churchgoers in Georgia to head out to vote

Ding Fries Are Done! Trump works the drive-thru at Pennsylvania McDonald’s

Former President Trump visited a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania on Sunday, briefly working the drive-thru and fry cooker after mocking Vice President Harris’s past employment. Dressed in an apron, Trump handed out orders ahead of a town hall in Lancaster and a planned appearance at the Pittsburgh Steelers game later that night. He made a quip about having “worked for 15 minutes more than Kamala.” The … Continue reading Ding Fries Are Done! Trump works the drive-thru at Pennsylvania McDonald’s

One of the last Navajo Code Talkers from World War II dies at 107

John Kinsel Sr., one of the last surviving Navajo Code Talkers from World War II, has passed away at the age of 107, as announced by Navajo Nation officials. Tribal President Buu Nygren has ordered flags on the reservation to be flown at half-staff until October 27 in Kinsel’s honor. Kinsel, who was born in Cove, Arizona, enlisted in the Marines in 1942 and served … Continue reading One of the last Navajo Code Talkers from World War II dies at 107

Two missing Navy aviators declared dead days after aircraft crash in Washington state

The US Navy has declared two missing aviators from the Electronic Attack Squadron 130 dead, days after their EA-18G Growler crashed near Mount Rainier, Washington, during a training flight. Cmdr. Timothy Warburton expressed condolences and emphasized support for the families and the squadron community. The aircraft crashed on Tuesday, and search teams located the wreckage on Thursday, reaching the site two days later. The crash … Continue reading Two missing Navy aviators declared dead days after aircraft crash in Washington state

At least two dead in New Mexico from severe floods after record rain

The New Mexico National Guard is conducting search and rescue operations in Roswell after record rainfall caused severe flooding. At least two fatalities have been reported, though details about the victims remain unclear. Since Saturday, over 300 people have been rescued, with 38 individuals hospitalized for injuries. The National Weather Service recorded 5.78 inches of rain on Saturday, breaking a 122-year-old daily record. Rescue efforts … Continue reading At least two dead in New Mexico from severe floods after record rain