IN A NUTSHELL 🌍 The construction of over 6,862 dams since the 19th century has significantly shifted Earth’s polar alignment. 📊 These structures have caused the poles to move approximately 44.5 inches, impacting global sea levels by reducing them by 0.83 inches. 🔄 The shift in dam construction from North […]
Read MoreDiscriminatory laws and the absence of legal protections impact more than 2.5 billion women and girls worldwide in various ways. Legal reform is paramount to securing gender equality, and the world cannot afford to roll back on decades of progress in women’s rights. On the sidelines of the 2025 High-Level […]
Read MoreIN A NUTSHELL 🌊 NASA satellites captured a stunning turquoise glow off Australia’s southern coast, revealing a massive bioluminescent phytoplankton bloom. 🛰️ The glow was first documented by NASA’s PACE spacecraft and further observed by other satellites, showcasing the bloom’s seasonal nature in the Great Australian Bight. 🔬 High concentrations […]
Read MoreIN A NUTSHELL 🌍 The South Atlantic Anomaly (SAA) is a region of weakened magnetic field over South America, impacting space technology. 🛰️ Satellites passing through the SAA face risks from high-energy particles, leading to potential system malfunctions. 🔄 The anomaly is dynamically changing, drifting northwest and splitting into two […]
Read MoreOn 8 July 2025, the US Department of Justice Antitrust Division (the Division) unveiled a new Whistleblower Rewards Program (the Whistleblower Program) that provides a significant monetary incentive—up to 30% of the recovered criminal fine—to individuals who voluntarily provide the Division with original information about criminal antitrust violations. A first-of-its-kind […]
Read MoreThe General Assembly’s Plenary meeting on Nelson Mandela International Day. Credit: Jennifer Xin-Tsu Lin Levine/IPS By Jennifer Xin-Tsu Lin LevineUNITED NATIONS, Jul 18 2025 (IPS) The United Nations celebrated Nelson Mandela International Day in honor of the activist and politician’s lifelong commitment to peace and democracy. At the 16th celebration […]
Read MoreIN A NUTSHELL 🔬 Scientists are exploring the interplay between quantum mechanics and gravity using advanced quantum networks. 🌌 Quantum networks could lead to a globally connected quantum internet, utilizing qubits and entanglement for secure communication. 🔍 Research aims to determine if gravity can alter quantum mechanics, potentially contributing to […]
Read MoreOn 8 July 2025, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins – in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Homeland Security and the US Attorney General – announced the National Farm Security Action Plan to safeguard food supply, critical infrastructure, and agricultural innovation from foreign adversaries. […]
Read MoreIN A NUTSHELL 💡 Deep Fission plans to revolutionize energy by burying micro-reactors underground to power data centers efficiently. 🤝 Strategic partnerships with companies like Endeavour highlight the growing trend of leveraging nuclear power in the tech industry. 🔧 The use of small modular reactors (SMRs) promises cost reduction and […]
Read MoreDigital technologies such as AI are transforming digital ecosystems. Credit: UN Photo/Elma Okic By Oritro KarimUNITED NATIONS, Jul 17 2025 (IPS) Over the past several decades, digital technologies have transformed nearly every aspect of human life, revolutionizing developments across multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, and commerce, to name a few. […]
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