Sudan's Agricultural Collapse Visible From Space
Satellite imagery documents how three years of civil war transformed Sudan's fertile farming regions into barren wastelands, with limited recovery following military shifts.
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Modi's BJP Conquers West Bengal in Historic Election Victory
India's ruling BJP sweeps West Bengal for the first time, capitalizing on anti-incumbency and religious polarization to displace the long-dominant Trinamool Congress.
The Pacific's Plastic Nightmare Masks an Even Darker Truth
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch represents only the visible tip of a sprawling ocean pollution crisis that extends far beyond what scientists initially understood.
Hantavirus: What You Actually Need to Know
Hantavirus is a rare but serious infection spread primarily through contact with infected rodent droppings, urine, or saliva.
Iran Mobilizes for Prolonged Conflict as Hormuz Tensions Spike
Tehran claims a US warship was struck by missiles near the Strait of Hormuz while launching a massive domestic conscription campaign ahead of stalled ceasefire negotiations.
Israeli strikes kill 77 in Lebanon as ceasefire unravels in weeks
Israeli military operations have killed dozens in southern Lebanon since a ceasefire began, with both sides accusing each other of violations.
West Bank teenagers face permanent disability from Israeli military fire
Young Palestinians in Askar refugee camp describe how Israeli soldiers have killed or severely wounded numerous teenagers, with some permanently disabled and unable to work or play.
Ten Shot at Oklahoma Lake Party, Suspects Still at Large
A shooting at a lakeside gathering near Edmond, Oklahoma left at least 10 people hospitalized Sunday evening, with no arrests made.
BJP's Bengal Breakthrough Ends Two Decades of Regional Resistance
Narendra Modi's party captures India's most culturally defiant state after a decade-long political campaign, ending Mamata Banerjee's 15-year reign.
Dr. Oz Tapped to Police Medicare and Medicaid Fraud for Trump
Television personality and former Senate candidate Mehmet Oz lands a prominent role overseeing federal healthcare program integrity in the incoming administration.
Ukrainian drone strikes Moscow luxury tower days before Victory Day
A Ukrainian drone damaged an upscale residential building in southwest Moscow Monday, marking the third consecutive night of attacks on the Russian capital ahead of a scaled-back military parade.
United Airlines Plane Clips Truck During Newark Landing
A Boeing 767 struck a truck and streetlight while landing in New Jersey, injuring the driver with glass wounds, though all 231 passengers and crew landed safely.
Beyoncé Returns to Met Gala as Co-Chair for Fashion-Art Celebration
Fashion's most exclusive night returns May 5 with Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams leading the charge for an exhibition exploring 5,000 years of costume history.
US Returns Iranian Ship Crew to Pakistan After Seizing Vessel
Twenty-two crew members from the Iranian cargo ship MV Touska have been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation after US forces seized the vessel for allegedly violating a naval blockade.
Flight data suggests China Eastern crash was intentional
New analysis of the 2022 China Eastern Airlines disaster points to deliberate actions in the cockpit, contradicting earlier accident theories.
Samsung heirs finish paying record $8bn tax bill
Lee Jae-yong and family complete settlement of South Korea's largest inheritance tax in six installments over five years.
Putin's Inner Circle Braces for Trouble as Kremlin Lockdown Intensifies
Intelligence reports reveal the Russian leadership is ramping up security measures amid mounting concerns over internal threats and potential power struggles.
Starlink Opens Digital Doors in War-Torn Yemen, But Not for Everyone
Satellite internet is transforming Yemen's remote workforce, though astronomical prices and Houthi threats keep most citizens offline.
Naval Blockades: History's Blunt Instrument of Coercion
From Gaza to the Cuban Missile Crisis, naval blockades have repeatedly reshaped conflicts by cutting off supplies without requiring ground invasion.
Iran's Grip Tightens as Citizens Brace for Reprisals
As ceasefire takes hold, ordinary Iranians fear the regime will weaponize the conflict's end against domestic opposition and dissidents.
Europe's surprising courtship of Armenia unsettles Putin
More than 30 European leaders descend on Yerevan for unprecedented summits, signaling a dramatic geopolitical shift in a nation long dependent on Russian military and economic support.
Melenchon throws hat in ring for third presidential attempt
The 74-year-old left-wing leader Jean-Luc Melenchon announced his 2027 presidential candidacy, positioning himself as a major challenger with Macron term-limited and Le Pen facing a political ban.
Merz insists Trump spat unrelated to US troop cuts from Germany
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz claims criticism of Trump's Iran strategy has nothing to do with Washington's announced withdrawal of 5,000 American soldiers from German soil.
Kenya's Rainy Season Turns Deadly Again With Floods and Mudslides
Heavy rains have killed at least 18 people across Kenya through flooding and landslides, marking the second deadly deluge in as many months.