News Topic: Global

Norway’s Melting Glaciers Are Spilling Out Troves of Lost Artifacts

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by: MinotVoice  |  

High in Norway’s melting glaciers, history is surfacing—one artifact at a time. As the ice recedes, archaeologists are uncovering well-preserved relics of ancient travel, trade, and survival, from delicate arrows with intact fletching to mysterious wooden objects lost to time. The Lendbreen ice patch, once a bustling route for Viking-era traders and hunters, yielded some

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Step inside the secret lab where America tests its nukes

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Beneath the Nevada desert, in tunnels once used for full-scale nuclear tests, scientists are quietly studying the aging core of America’s nuclear arsenal. While the U.S. hasn’t detonated a nuclear bomb since 1992, new experiments—using high-powered X-rays and particle bombardment—aim to keep its stockpile reliable without breaking the global testing moratorium. But as tensions rise,

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Recapping the Last Week in the Ukrainian War, Diplomacy, and Peace Prospects

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Today marks the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. And make no mistake, it was Russia’s invasion that triggered the wider war — when Ukraine defended itself rather than lay down and accept Russian occupation. To catch up on both the war and what’s been happening diplomatically, this video from the Kyiv Independent will

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Beekeepers say catastrophic honeybee losses are cause for alarm

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by: MinotVoice  |  

The honeybee crisis has taken a devastating turn. Beekeepers across the country are reporting staggering losses—millions of colonies gone in just months. While bee die-offs aren’t new, this year’s numbers are unprecedented, with some losing nearly all their hives. The fallout is already hitting California’s almond orchards, which rely on these pollinators. Researchers are scrambling

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The next wave of AI is here: Autonomous AI agents are amazing—and scary

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by: MinotVoice  |  

AI has been making headlines for years, but most of what we interact with—chatbots, recommendation algorithms, even self-driving cars—still relies on human guidance. That’s changing. A new kind of AI, called autonomous AI agents, can make decisions and take action on its own, without waiting for human input. This shift could supercharge productivity, but it

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Pope Francis is in critical condition, the Vatican says

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Pope Francis remains in a delicate battle with double pneumonia, but the Vatican reports he had a “tranquil” night and is alert. Hospitalized since February 14, the 88-year-old pontiff has required oxygen support and blood transfusions, with doctors closely monitoring his condition. His health struggles, compounded by past lung issues, have sparked deep concern among

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Ukraine’s ‘super soldiers’ bust stereotypes of what ‘lethal’ looks like

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

War has always been a test of strength, but Ukraine’s defense against Russia is proving that agility, innovation, and sheer willpower can rewrite the rules of battle. In just three years, Ukraine’s military has expanded nearly fivefold, turning civilians into highly effective soldiers in weeks. Cheap drones now dismantle tank formations, challenging long-held ideas about

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New Record: Reactor Crosses ‘Crucial Milestone’ in Achieving Nuclear Fusion

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

For decades, nuclear power has relied on fission—splitting atoms apart to release energy. It’s effective, but it comes with radioactive waste and safety risks. Fusion, on the other hand, works by fusing atomic nuclei together, mimicking the process that powers the sun. It promises clean, nearly limitless energy, but there’s a catch: it requires temperatures

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Word(s) Of The Issue: A Menagerie

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Ever wondered how to pronounce Icelandic animal names? Probably not. But just in case, this guide will help you navigate some intriguing vocabulary. For instance, “skjaldbaka” combines words for shield and back, uniquely designating a turtle. Similarly, famed poet Jónas Hallgrímsson introduced terms like “spendýr” for mammals and “mörgæs” for penguin, meaning fat goose. You’ll

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3,500-Year-Old Pharaoh’s Tomb Found in Egypt Is First Since Tutankhamun’s

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by: MinotVoice  |  

For the first time since King Tut’s tomb stunned the world in 1922, archaeologists have uncovered the burial site of another pharaoh—Thutmose II, an ancestor of Tutankhamun. Discovered near the Valley of the Kings, the tomb offers a rare glimpse into Egypt’s 18th Dynasty, the golden age of the pharaohs. Though looted centuries ago, fragments

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US threatens to shut off Starlink if Ukraine won’t sign minerals deal

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Access to Starlink has been a lifeline for Ukraine, but now it’s part of a high-stakes negotiation. U.S. officials have reportedly pressured Kyiv to open its critical mineral reserves—offering continued access to Elon Musk’s satellite network in return. With Ukraine rejecting a demand for $500 billion in mineral wealth, tensions between President Zelenskiy and the

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A beginner’s guide to elections in Ukraine (also suitable for US presidents)

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Donald Trump’s latest comments on Ukraine are raising eyebrows—and spreading misinformation. He called President Volodymyr Zelensky a “dictator” with a “4% approval rating” and suggested Ukraine should hold elections despite the ongoing war. The reality? Ukrainian law suspends elections under martial law, and Zelensky’s approval rating stands at 57%. Trump also falsely claimed Ukraine started

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Air Force to launch unarmed nuclear missile from Vandenberg overnight

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Tonight, residents across Southern California and some neighboring states will witness the launch of an unarmed Minuteman III missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Scheduled between 11:01 p.m. and 5:01 a.m., this routine test highlights the readiness and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear deterrent. With the capability to reach targets over 6,000 miles away and

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Ukraine will ‘never accept’ outcome of peace negotiations without Ukraine’s participation, Zelensky says

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Ukraine isn’t just a stakeholder in this war—it’s the battleground. President Volodymyr Zelensky made that clear, rejecting any peace negotiations between the U.S. and Russia that leave Ukraine on the sidelines. His remarks come as reports emerge of a U.S.-Russia meeting in Saudi Arabia, a meeting Kyiv says it wasn’t invited to. European officials echo

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Letter: The 51st State? Canada Sets Terms

By: David Wessel, Regina |

The President of the USA by the name of Donald Trump has bandied about the idea of Canada joining the USA. I think this is a boffo idea, which could be achieved after a few minor pre-conditions are met: Canada would of course become thirteen American states, each with two Senators. If Wyoming and Alaska

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Political Perspective: Five Parties Begin Formal Negotiations For Reykjavík Council

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Political negotiations are underway in Reykjavík as five parties— the Socialist Party, Pirate Party, Left-Green Movement, Social Democratic Alliance, and People’s Party—work to rebuild a council majority following the recent collapse of the ruling coalition. Left-Green councillor Líf Magneudóttir emphasized that their focus will be on enhancing the welfare and quality of life for Reykjavík’s

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