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Several prominent world leaders are advocating for a resurgence in the use of nuclear energy. Prominent leaders from around the globe are pushing for a revival in the implementation of nuclear power.

On Thursday, at a summit in Brussels organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), over 30 global leaders and delegations advocated for greater research, funding, and utilization of nuclear energy. The conference included nations from Europe, the United States,…

Reddit had a 55% increase during its debut on Wall Street as the self-proclaimed “Front Page of the Internet.”

NEW YORK —  Upon its Wall Street debut, Reddit saw a significant increase in value as investors drove the company’s worth to nearly $9 billion in just seconds after it started trading on the New York Stock Exchange. Reddit’s initial…

The Boston Hospital has successfully completed the first-ever transplant of a pig kidney to a human patient.

Boston physicians report a successful transplantation of a genetically engineered pig kidney into a 62-year-old individual suffering from end-stage kidney disease. According to Massachusetts General Hospital, the Thursday announcement represents the first instance of a pig kidney being transplanted into…

The planned launch of a Russian rocket destined for the International Space Station was cancelled just before it was scheduled to take off.

The planned takeoff of a Russian Soyuz rocket carrying three individuals was cancelled 20 seconds prior to its planned departure on Thursday. Roscosmos, the Russian space agency, had originally intended to launch a team of three astronauts from the Baikonur…

Construction of an airport in Nepal, funded by China, has sparked concerns about the country falling into a cycle of debt.

A year has passed since the opening of a Nepali airport funded by China, yet there have been no international flights. As loan payments for the Pokhara airport draw near, concerns arise that Nepal may be in a cycle of…

The United States is filing a lawsuit against Apple for alleged antitrust violations.

Washington —  The Biden administration launched its first major antitrust lawsuit against Apple on Thursday, accusing the technology giant of monopolizing markets for smartphones. Apple is among several key technology companies that have been facing lawsuits from U.S. regulators. This…

Armed organizations are continuing their campaign of terror throughout Burkina Faso.

The High Commissioner, Volker Türk, stated from Ouagadougou that his office has been actively communicating with the government, civil society, and others about the various human rights issues in the country. These challenges have arisen after a coup in January…

In the midst of continued conflict in Gaza and Ukraine, the leader of the United Nations restates their plea for peace.

“In a tumultuous world, it is crucial to adhere to principles that are clearly outlined in the UN Charter, international law, the preservation of a country’s territorial integrity, and international humanitarian law,” stated the Secretary-General of the United Nations, addressing…

The political stalemate and ongoing violence in Syria is worsening the humanitarian situation.

In a briefing to the ambassadors of the UN Security Council, Geir Pedersen emphasized the pressing need for a political solution due to the recent increase in violence, such as airstrikes, rocket attacks, and armed group clashes. Furthermore, there are…

In Eswatini, the conservation of wildlife and traditional medicine are in conflict.

Manzini, Eswatini —  Traditional medicine, or “muti,” is an important part of Eswatini’s culture. However, an increasing demand for muti has placed some of the southern African kingdom’s animal species at risk of extinction. That’s something conservationists and molecular biologists…