Kyiv wakes up in fog of war as strikes set off unusual meteorological effect

Russia launches largest attack on Ukraine energy infrastructure since spring

At least six people were killed and 33 others injured across the country in the overnight attacks, local authorities reported.

Last UK and US troops leave Iraq as anti-Islamic State mission ends

The withdrawal of coalition forces, under a deal agreed two years ago, was a key demand of the Iraqi government.

In 2022, he built a solar device to extract water from Death Valley air; in 2025, he won a Nobel Prize

Omar Yaghi’s innovative team has created a groundbreaking device that pulls water from the atmosphere under adverse conditions. Employing a specialized metal-organic framework, their technology functions independently of electric power. Yaghi’s personal journey significantly shaped his commitment to tackling water scarcity. Their remarkable achievements earned them the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, and future expansions may enhance the reach of this technology.

South Portland used 200+ Christmas trees to rebuild a storm-eroded Maine beach

Serge Boghossian, 16, built a job platform after teaching himself to code

Africa's richest man launches Kenya oil refinery despite land protests

The Kenya refinery is part of Dangote's ambitious bid to expand and help industralise Africa by 2030.

Fugitive lived under dead classmate's name for 40 years, collected $138K in Social Security

Scientists develop eDNA markers to detect Burmese pythons in southern Florida waters

Scientists created novel eDNA markers to identify Burmese pythons from water samples across southern Florida. The study focused on various wetlands, waterways, and their connections to assess python distribution. Water samples were filtered and processed to concentrate pythons' eDNA for accurate detection. Challenges included the low density of pythons and possible environmental inhibitors in the water. Efforts are ongoing to refine detection methods and improve the understanding of python populations.

Couple describes relief at rescue after whale destroys their yacht

Jeremy and Gemma Cooper were 500 miles off the coast of New Zealand when their yacht, the Tai Tam, collided with a sperm whale.

Luxury prison in Indonesia demolished after public outcry

Indonesian lawmakers on Wednesday ordered the demolition of a controversial luxury compound inside a penitentiary near the capital.

NY man allegedly took brother’s Social Security after death; payments reached $109,746

David Darling allegedly accessed his deceased brother's bank account to withdraw funds starting one day after his death. Social Security continued payments into the account, unaware of the brother's passing. Darling's actions reportedly led to $109,746 in stolen benefits, resulting in federal charges against him. The Justice Department's crackdown involved multiple cases of Social Security fraud across various states.

US to double EB-5 visa fees from November 30: What it means for Indian investors seeking green card