The Spanish Flu of 1918 was the most severe pandemic of the 20th century, infecting an estimated one-third of the world’s population and killing an estimated 50-100 million people. In the century since, scientific advances have allowed us to learn more about the virus and its origins. While the...
Russia Test Fires Anti-Satellite Weapon—From Orbit
Russia’s Defense Ministry announced on January 16th that it has conducted a test for successful deployment of a new anti-satellite weapon from orbit. The test of the weapon was launched from a Cosmos satellite, which is a type of Russian military satellite. This news...
New Zealand to Phase Out Cigarette Sales Nationwide
New Zealand is taking steps to become the first nation to completely phase out cigarette sales. In a groundbreaking move that could revolutionize public health policy, the government of New Zealand announced earlier this year that it will be banning the sale...
Finland is one of the top countries in northern Europe that is known for its stunning landscapes, wonderful people, and strong economy. While Finland has always been very neutral in terms of its foreign politics and policies, recent discussions point towards it becoming the next member state of NATO,...
Global Inflation Causes Stark Responses around the World
When looking at economic indicators, inflation is one of the most important measures. Rising inflation prices can cause adverse effects on an economy and have far-reaching implications on the world’s economy. Global inflation has been on the rise for some years now,...
How Is China Becoming More Powerful?
China is rising rapidly every year as it continues to build its power and progress to become one of the world’s leading superpowers. In recent years, China's political and economic strength have been growing at impressive rates and its capacities in the areas of...
In recent years, China has seen an uptick in the use of cutting-edge surveillance technologies. One of the latest advancements is a new type of spy balloon that appears to be part of the country's elaborate surveillance network. In this article, we will discuss why China has been deploying...
Hunt For Missing Ship Memorializing US Founding Father Sunk in 1770s Resumes
The hunt for the missing Continental Sloop Wasp is officially back on, as the search for the iconic 18th century vessel has resumed. The ship was famously owned by one of the Founding Fathers of the United States...
Pentagon Report: Many “UFOs” Actually Spy Drones
The Pentagon has issued a report confirming that some drones that have been spotted and labeled as “unidentified flying objects” (UFOs) are actually advanced spy drones operated militarily by the US. The publication of the report marks a notable shift in the United...
New AI That Predicts Shape of Proteins Could Solve 50-Year Problem
Advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been nothing short of revolutionary, allowing us to progress in complex problem-solving and making huge strides in efficiency. Now, AI is being used to solve a puzzle that has perplexed scientists and biologists...
