In the latest wave of Russian attacks, a 66-year-old woman tragically lost her life in the Lviv region of western Ukraine. According to Maksym Kozytskyi, the regional head, the woman was inside her car when fragments from a falling enemy rocket struck, resulting in her death. Kozytskyi further reported that two men sustained injuries during the attack.
Marine scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the midnight zone, a vast, mysterious part of the ocean that lies between 3,300 and 13,100 feet (1,000 to 4,000 meters) below the surface. This habitat, known for its perpetual darkness and extreme pressure, has revealed a new resident: a glowing, paddle-tailed sea slug named Bathydevius caudactylus.
In the remote forests of Guam, a fierce ecological battle is unfolding that pits alien predators against native species, sparking an imbalance that has yet to reach a resolution. The island has become a vivid example of what can happen when invasive species are introduced into ecosystems that have evolved in isolation.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed on Wednesday that a backyard pig in Oregon tested positive for H5N1 bird flu. This marks the first detection of avian influenza in swine within the United States, raising alarms due to pigs' ability to co-host both bird and human influenza viruses, potentially creating new hybrid strains that could pose an increased risk to human health
North Korea announced a test of what it claims is an upgraded intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), referred to as the "world's most powerful strategic weapon." The latest show of force, overseen by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, is being viewed as a response to what Pyongyang sees as hostile actions by its adversaries, particularly the U.S. and its allies in East Asia.
A Chinese spacecraft, Shenzhou 19, has successfully docked with the Tiangong space station after a journey of over six hours, carrying a three-person crew that includes the country's first female space engineer, Wang Haoze.
Driven largely by the souvenir market, collectors are now treating tarantulas with a sense of urgency that is spurring an unregulated black market. This trend, driven by a fascination with tarantulas’ unique appearance and allure, is causing growing concern among experts worldwide.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla made a brief but significant stopover in India following a whirlwind tour of Australia and a visit to Samoa for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). The Royal couple, en route back to the UK, took the opportunity to rest and recharge at the Soukya International Holistic Health Centre, a peaceful retreat in Bengaluru that has been a favored wellness sanctuary for King Charles in previous years.
Valencia, Spain — At least 51 people have tragically lost their lives in flash floods that swept through the eastern region of Valencia following relentless torrential rain on Tuesday. The downpour inundated roads and towns, leaving vast areas underwater, prompting a massive rescue operation by local authorities and emergency services.
The Ukrainian air force reported that Russia unleashed a total of 62 drones overnight, targeting various regions across Ukraine. Ukrainian air defense forces successfully intercepted 33 of these drones, preventing potential casualties and destruction.
On October 29, 1969, in a small room with lime-green walls at the University of California, Los Angeles, two young computer scientists, Charley Kline and Bill Duvall, sat before massive machines, poised to take part in an experiment that would define the digital age.
On Tuesday, the northern Gaza town of Beit Lahiya experienced one of the deadliest airstrikes in recent months, with at least 93 Palestinians killed...
Democratic candidate Kamala Harris gathered more than 75,000 people in Washington on Tuesday evening, a critical event as she approaches the final week of a closely contested race against Donald Trump.