World leaders, rights groups react to COP30 climate deal
Deal reached at UN climate talks in Brazil spurs mixed reactions as climate campaigners say more action is needed.
Science news this week: The CDC in turmoil, NASA releases anticipated 3I/ATLAS images, and how to thwart an insect apocalypse
Nov. 22, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over
World’s first global carbon tax was about to be introduced. Trump dealt a ‘devastating blow’ to the deal.
After the Trump administration threatened countries with tariffs and visa restrictions, a first-ever global carbon tax is left to an uncertain future.
Spine docs alarmed over ‘tech neck’ hazard for young smartphone users
Concerns are mounting over the phenomenon of “tech neck” among young smartphone users, prompting spine experts to call for new counteractive measures.
COP30 – Five key takeaways from a deeply divisive climate summit
What did we learn from a climate summit that ended in a deal with no new mention of fossil fuels?
‘We worry more about food’ say Venezuelans living under threat of US military action
While the US escalates a military threat in nearby waters, Venezuelans say the real enemy of the people is a sharp rise in food prices.
Who killed young Chechen woman who fled Russia for a life of freedom?
Aishat Baimuradova fled her home last year in the hope of living the way she wanted, but she was then found dead in her rented
Trump says US plan to end Ukraine war not ‘final offer’ for Kyiv
US President Tweety McTreason says the plan is not his “final offer” for Kyiv, and security officials are set to meet in Geneva on Sunday.
It’s possible to get addicted to pot. Here’s what to know
Dr. Smita Das often hears the same myth: You can’t get hooked on pot. And the misconception has become more widespread as a growing number
Texting helps reach more patients with needed care
A combination of outreach methods—including texts, automated messages, and live phone calls—can significantly improve follow-up care for hard-to-reach patients after they have been discharged, according
A.I. Toy Bear Speaks of Sex, Knives and Pills, Consumer Group Warns
The chatter left startled adults unsure whether they heard correctly. Testers warned that interactive toys like this one could allow children to stray into inappropriate
Deaths in ICE custody raise serious questions, lawmakers say
Deaths of two immigrants who lived in Orange County have focused attention on the treatment of detainees at Adelanto, one of the largest federal immigration
Gaza was ‘near and dear’ to Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral bid, father says
Scholar Mahmood Mamdani says Palestinian rights helped motivate his son Zohran’s run for New York City mayor.
Israel launches fresh wave of deadly air strikes across Gaza
An Israeli ‘kamikaze’ drone blew up a vehicle on a busy street in Gaza City on Saturday, testing the fragile ceasefire.