The EU moves to end reliance on Moscow by banning Russian pipeline gas and LNG by 2026 and 2027.Lawmakers set deadlines that phase out short-term and long-term contracts, with staggered dates for LNG and pipeline gas.Officials say the bloc must stop financing Russia’s war in Ukraine and reduce vulnerability to supply manipulation. Landlocked States Secure Emergency Protection Hungary and Slovakia gain access to a suspension clause allowing Russian gas during severe supply disruptions.EU governments accept this clause after landlocked countries raise concerns about price spikes and supply security.Hungary calls the law unfair and prepares a legal challenge with Slovakia, citing…
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Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
Scientists report that daily orange juice alters how thousands of genes in immune cells function.Many of these genes regulate blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and manage sugar metabolism.These processes support long-term cardiovascular stability and influence overall metabolic balance.Researchers note that a simple breakfast drink exerts far greater biological effects than expected. Studies Reveal Broad Health-Related Changes Adults consumed 500 ml of pure pasteurised orange juice every day for two months in recent trials.After 60 days, inflammation-linked genes like NAMPT, IL6, IL1B, and NLRP3 showed reduced activity.The SGK1 gene, which affects sodium retention in the kidneys, also displayed lower activity.These findings match…
Bitcoin plunged on Monday and fell below €75,000 as the broader crypto market extended its steep decline.Cryptocurrencies entered another losing month as Bitcoin dropped more than 5% during European trading.Bitcoin reached about €110,000 in early October and then began a long slide after heavy liquidations.The currency lost over 16% in November and even moved toward €74,000 at one point.Other major tokens also fell on Monday, with Ethereum and Solana dropping more than 5%.Bitcoin showed brief stability last month, but each rebound faded and prices resumed their fall. Risk-Averse Investors Shift Strategies Stocks linked to higher risk also declined in recent…
New research identifies more than 237 cyber operations aimed at space infrastructure from 2023 to 2025.A report from the Center for Security Studies at ETH Zürich documents attacks on satellites and communications systems during the Gaza conflict.Researchers gathered open-source material to track operations against Israeli space assets and international agencies. Conflict Drives Rapid Escalation in Space-Linked Cyberattacks The study records a major spike in June 2025, when 72 incidents occurred during the Israel-Iran confrontation.Analysts note that cyber activity against space systems now appears frequently in modern conflicts.Almost all identified threat actors supported Palestinian causes, though pro-Israeli operations may have remained…
Ukraine hit two oil tankers hours before drones assaulted the terminal.Russia’s major Novorossiysk terminal halts operations after sea drones strike around 4AM, local reports say.Naval drones hit two tankers in the Black Sea only hours earlier, and Ukraine claims responsibility. Tankers Suffer Heavy Damage in the Black Sea Rescue teams conduct a large operation and save both crews through rapid action.The Gambia-flagged Kairos explodes and burns 28 nautical miles off Kocaeli while sailing empty from Egypt to Novorossiysk.Officials report another strike soon after, this time on the tanker Virat, 35 nautical miles off the Turkish coast.Authorities list both ships under…
Measles deaths have dropped sharply since 2000, yet health officials now warn of a global resurgence. Measles cases rose by 47 per cent in Europe and Central Asia last year due to falling vaccination rates, according to a new World Health Organization report. Officials see clear evidence that gains from the early 21st century are slipping. In 2024, measles killed an estimated 95,000 people worldwide, mostly children under five. That number represents a steep drop from 780,000 deaths in 2000, yet the WHO stressed that “every death from a disease that could be prevented with a highly effective and low-cost…
Limited ranger coverage and flawed forecasts pushed tourists onto the O Circuit despite worsening weather. Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park hosts up to 300,000 visitors yearly, many attempting its famous routes. A sudden blizzard struck the O Circuit on 17 November, killing five trekkers and stranding dozens in whiteout conditions for hours. The storm exposed long-standing safety issues in Patagonia’s parks. Chaos on the John Garner Pass About 30 international trekkers left Los Perros campsite before dawn on 17 November. They aimed to cross John Garner Pass in light rain and moderate winds. Conditions changed rapidly as they climbed…
Protesters exposed major failings in France’s response to domestic abuse as new data alarmed the public. Crowds filled central Paris on Tuesday night and denounced the rapid rise in gender-based violence. They also honoured five women whose partners or former partners killed them last week.Seventy-eight-year-old activist Marie-Josée expressed deep concern and said the brutal facts constantly overwhelm her. The demonstration unfolded only hours before the government received a significant report demanding sweeping reforms to the justice system’s handling of domestic abuse. Demands for a Stronger Justice System Officials received the report on Tuesday, and the document urged France to test…
Japan introduced a new strategy to reduce overtourism in major cities like Tokyo and Kyoto. The Japan National Tourism Organisation and All Nippon Airways now offer free domestic flights to UK and European travellers. They launched the scheme to guide visitors toward lesser-known regions and relieve pressure on crowded destinations. The initiative runs from 24 November to 31 January 2026 and forms part of the “Stopover & Add-on Free Fare” programme. Eligible economy passengers from the UK and Europe can book up to two free domestic flights on an international booking made by 31 January. These domestic flights can depart…
The UN’s top climate meeting failed to set a fossil-fuel phase-out roadmap, leaving the EU increasingly isolated.COP30 in Belém ended with a final text that avoided any fossil-fuel exit plan and triggered harsh criticism.Observers labelled the result a moral failure and condemned negotiators for producing what many called an empty agreement.The United States exited global climate talks, creating a political and financial vacuum in international negotiations.President Donald Trump dismissed climate change as a con job and withdrew US backing for climate diplomacy.Fossil-fuel-dependent states like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates opposed targets to phase out fossil fuels.These countries rejected…
