No sign of a breakthrough in Russia-Ukraine talks as latest round ends in Geneva
The latest U.S.-brokered talks between Russian and Ukrainian envoys over Russia’s all-out invasion of Ukraine ended Wednesday with no sign of a breakthrough and with
Month: February 2026
Rescuers push through winter storm to 6 survivors of California avalanche, with 9 others still missing
Rescue crews pushed through the mountainous California wilderness near Lake Tahoe during a snowstorm on Tuesday to rescue six backcountry skiers who survived an avalanche
Calls for US congressman to quit for suggesting he would choose dogs over Muslims
US Democrats and an Islamic civil rights group have called for the resignation of a Republican congressman after he suggested he would choose dogs over
When robots outshine humans, I have to ask: Are we ready?
If you tuned in to China’s 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala looking for traditional lion dances and nostalgic tunes, you may have done a double-take
VC Quantonation closes €220M fund to back next-gen physics tech
A Paris-based venture firm that has quietly shaped the quantum technology scenery is now making a much louder statement about Europe’s role in the future
Vonn’s skis didn’t release in Olympic crash as safety concerns resurface
‘Smart binding’ system in development, but costs are a concern as well as whether skiers really want it.
Tested on Palestinians: Epstein, Israel’s Barak pushed spy tech in Nigeria
Investigation reveals how Jeffrey Epstein and Ehud Barak marketed Israeli surveillance tech to profit from Nigeria.
Pakistan’s Punjab police kill 900 people in eight months: What’s going on?
Human rights report alleges record extrajudicial killings by Punjab’s police unit set up to combat organised crime.
Study examines the effectiveness of urine testing as a screening tool for alcohol use in pregnancy
Previous reports have indicated that between 20 and 60 per cent of pregnant women in Ireland consume alcohol during pregnancy.
Can mobile apps change how we eat?
Evaluating digital tools for sustainable eating, the review highlights initial positive impacts but stresses the importance of long-term effectiveness research.
A simple handgrip test reveals how strong your working memory may be
Grip strength correlates with working memory performance and prefrontal activation, highlighting its potential as a cognitive health marker in older adults.
Oral weight loss ingredient may have adverse biological effects for the gut and beyond
A new study from Adelaide University is turning a spotlight on those tablet versions, finding that the absorption-enhancing ingredient salcaprozate sodium (SNAC) may have measurable
Dual approach strengthens recovery for military PTSD
Military service members and veterans frequently experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which is linked to a range of psychological challenges and adverse effects.
How does the disposable vape ban work, and how harmful is vaping?
The disposable vape ban is designed to reduce environmental damage and protect children’s health.