Two years after Hamas’s October 7 attacks on Israel, the memories remain vivid for those who lived through them. More than a thousand people were killed and hundreds taken hostage in a day of terror that shocked the world. Among them was[...]
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Ukraine This Week: Nuclear plants at risk, Russian drones in Europe
Russia’s war in Ukraine entered its 188th week with growing tension far beyond the front lines. Reports of unidentified drones over European skies are testing NATO defenses and raising fears of hybrid warfare. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces a graver risk at home: extended[...]
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OPEC+ to increase oil production in November
Oil producers are keeping a steady hand on the tiller. Members of the OPEC+ alliance agreed to another modest increase—137,000 barrels a day in November—matching last month’s bump. The move signals confidence in a stable global economy and “healthy market fundamentals,” though[...]
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Ukraine war latest: Mass Russian missile and drone strike kills at least 4, injures over 70 in Kyiv, its surrounding region
Russia’s war on Ukraine intensified over the weekend with one of the largest aerial assaults in months. Nearly 500 drones and more than 40 missiles rained down on Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, and surrounding regions in strikes that killed at least four people, including[...]
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Port of Vancouver says record volumes of cargo moved during first half of 2025
Canada’s busiest port is moving record volumes as businesses look beyond the United States for new markets. The Port of Vancouver handled 85 million metric tonnes in the first half of 2025, up 13% from a year earlier, driven largely by crude[...]
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Chart: Check out how fast China is shifting to renewables
China’s energy system is shifting at remarkable speed. For the first time, clean power sources met more than 80% of new electricity demand last year, a sharp break from the past decade. Solar and wind now outpace coal, and fossil-fueled power generation[...]
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Denmark weighs NATO Article 4 after more suspicious drone incursions
Denmark is weighing whether to trigger NATO’s Article 4 after a string of mysterious drone incursions forced the closure of Aalborg Airport and raised alarms near key air bases. Defense officials say the activity looks systematic and professional, though no culprit has[...]
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Russian attacks kill 7, injure 41 in Ukraine over past day
Ukraine endured another deadly day under Russian assault, with strikes reported across multiple regions leaving at least seven civilians dead and more than 40 injured. Overnight, Russia launched 152 drones, most of them Shahed models; Ukrainian defenses shot down 126, but those[...]
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U.K., Canada and Australia recognize a Palestinian state, despite U.S. opposition
Several of America’s closest allies — including Canada, the U.K., and Australia — have taken the historic step of formally recognizing Palestine as a state. Leaders framed the move as a commitment to peace and a two-state solution, while stressing it does[...]
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‘Paradigm shift’ — Denmark to buy its first long-range arms to counter Russian threat
Denmark is making a historic shift in its defense posture, moving to acquire long-range precision weapons as part of NATO’s call for greater European readiness. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen emphasized the move is defensive, not offensive, but acknowledged Russia will remain a[...]
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: When Hitler Invaded England-In 1974
History is littered with possibilities. The only thing historians love more than bickering among themselves is speculating about what might have happened if the past had played out differently. What if JFK hadn’t been assassinated? What if the Russians had reached the[...]
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Why we launched Denmark’s second Young Academy (and what’s different about it)
In Denmark, a new initiative is giving early-career scientists and engineers a stronger voice at the intersection of research and industry. The Young Academy of Technology, Science and Innovation (YATSI) brings together post-PhD professionals from across disciplines to share ideas, influence policy,[...]
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Ukraine war latest: NATO engages Russia for first time ever as Poland downs drones amid attack on Ukraine
For the first time in the war, a NATO country has directly engaged Russian military assets. Poland shot down drones that entered its airspace during a massive overnight strike on Ukraine, prompting Prime Minister Donald Tusk to warn lawmakers this is the[...]
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How a former corn flakes factory became the world’s most interesting new hotel
What once stored mountains of corn and wheat now welcomes travelers with minimalist rooms and sweeping river views. In Bremen, Germany, the hulking silos of a former Kellogg’s cereal factory have been reborn as the John & Will Silo Hotel. Architects carved[...]
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Mobile phones to be banned in Swedish schools — even during recess
Sweden is taking a decisive step in its schools: starting in autumn 2026, mobile phones will be banned not only in classrooms but also during breaks and after-school activities. The goal, according to Education Minister Simona Mohamsson, is to help students focus[...]
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Ukraine’s milestone shows drones prevent defeat, but don’t secure victory
Ukraine has hit an eye-popping milestone: one million drones delivered to its military in under a year. But the real story isn’t just the number—it’s what it reveals about modern warfare. Rapid innovation, open procurement, and bottom-up experimentation have turned Ukraine into[...]