Author: News Desk

United States: The Texas House of Representatives has made the decision to impeach Attorney General Mr. Ken Paxton, a prominent conservative figure and a close ally of former President Mr. Donald Trump. Mr. Paxton, who is accused by fellow Republicans of misusing his position, faced a historic impeachment process. After extensive debates and speeches from both supporters and opponents of impeachment, the House voted 121-23 in favour of impeachment. During the vote, two members were present but abstained, while three were absent. As a result of the impeachment, Mr. Paxton will be temporarily removed from his role as Attorney General…

United States: The White House and Republicans have reached a preliminary agreement to raise the US debt ceiling, preventing a potentially disastrous default. The deal still needs to be approved by a divided US Congress. President Mr. Joe Biden hailed the agreement as a “compromise,” emphasising the importance of finding common ground. House Speaker Mr. Kevin McCarthy highlighted the deal’s “historic reductions in spending,” underscoring its potential impact on fiscal responsibility. The urgency to strike a deal arose after the US Treasury issued a warning that the country would exhaust its funds to meet financial obligations by June 5 if…

Switzerland: In a research study, it has been discovered that recycled and reused food contact plastics serve as carriers for a multitude of hazardous toxins. These plastics accumulate and release dangerous substances such as styrene, benzene, bisphenol, heavy metals, formaldehyde, and phthalates. The study, which analyzed numerous scientific publications on plastic and recycled plastic, aimed to provide a comprehensive review of food contact chemicals in items like food packaging, utensils, plates, and more, shedding light on how these substances contaminate food. This research comes at a time when the global plastic waste crisis is under scrutiny, with the petrochemical industry,…

Ukraine: Ukraine’s Defense Ministry issues a stark warning that Russia intends to stage a simulated catastrophe at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station, currently under Russian control. The alleged motive behind this plan is to disrupt Ukraine’s anticipated counteroffensive to reclaim its territories captured by Moscow. Europe’s largest nuclear power station, located in the region of Zaporizhzhia in southern Ukraine, has become a target of ongoing shelling. The area is currently under Russian occupation, and both sides involved in the conflict continue to accuse each other of initiating these hazardous attacks. With Ukraine’s anticipated counteroffensive drawing near, concerns have escalated over…

London, UK: Mr. Rishi Sunak, the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, is urgently revamping the government’s strategy for regulating artificial intelligence (AI). Alarming concerns have surfaced, asserting that the AI industry possesses a dire threat to humanity’s existence, urging nations to adopt a transformative approach towards its development. Amidst industry figures’ warnings that the government’s AI white paper, released a mere two months ago, is already outdated, the Prime Minister and his team are actively exploring methods to enhance the UK’s regulation of state-of-the-art technology. With a sense of urgency, they seek to stay ahead by tightening their grip on…

Iran: Iran and Belgium have freed an aid worker and a diplomat imprisoned in each other’s countries, respectively, in a deal facilitated by Oman. Iran’s Foreign Minister Mr. Hossein Amirabdollahian noted that Iranian diplomat Mr. Assadollah Assadi was heading back home, while Belgium’s Prime Minister Mr. Alexander De Croo stated that worker Olivier Vandecasteele was also due to arrive in Belgium. Earlier, the Omani foreign ministry stated that the freed individuals were transported from Brussels and Tehran to its capital, Muscat, in preparation for their return to their respective countries. Mr. Amirabdollahian thanked Oman for its role in securing the…

Nepal: With the mountaineering community gearing up to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the historic conquest of Mount Everest, there is a mounting apprehension surrounding the escalating temperatures, accelerated melting of glaciers and snow, and the increasingly erratic and severe weather conditions on this towering peak. Since the achievement of New Zealander Mr. Edmund Hillary and his Sherpa guide Mr. Tenzing Norgay, who successfully scaled the awe-inspiring 8,849-meter (29,032-foot) summit of Mount Everest on 29th May 1953, numerous adventurers have followed in their footsteps, with many triumphantly reaching the pinnacle while tragically, hundreds have met their demise during these perilous…

United States: Automotive giants Ford and Tesla have announced plans to grant Ford electric vehicle (EV) owners access to Tesla’s extensive EV charging network. The CEOs of both companies have confirmed this groundbreaking partnership, which aims to enhance the charging infrastructure and convenience for Ford EV owners. Starting next year, Ford electric vehicle (EV) owners in the United States will have the convenience of utilizing Tesla’s extensive network of 12,000 Supercharger stations through Ford’s mobile app. These stations, renowned for their rapid charging capabilities, will be easily accessible to Ford EV owners, enhancing their charging options and making electric vehicle…

Antarctica: A new study has indicated that the Southern Ocean overturning circulation, a significant deep ocean current with a vital role in Earth’s climate and oceanic processes, has decelerated by approximately 30 percent since the 1990s due to the melting of Antarctic ice. This phenomenon could have severe repercussions, such as rising sea levels, disrupted weather patterns, and diminished nutrient supply for marine ecosystems. The study, whose first author is Ms. Kathryn Gunn of the CSIRO and the University of Southampton, was published in the journal Nature Climate Change. “Changes in the overturning circulation are a big deal. It’s something that…

United States: In a groundbreaking development, scientists harnessing the power of artificial intelligence have successfully identified a new antibiotic with the remarkable ability to eliminate a deadly superbug. Through the convergence of advanced AI technology and scientific expertise, this discovery marks a significant milestone in the ongoing battle against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The newfound antibiotic offers a glimmer of hope in combatting the global health crisis posed by drug-resistant infections. The study was published in the prestigious science journal Nature Chemical Biology reveals that a collaborative team of scientists from McMaster University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Their pioneering…