Countries commit to increasing nuclear energy to combat climate change.
Paris — 30 countries’ delegates gathered in Brussels and pledged to increase the use of nuclear energy on Thursday in order to address climate change and ensure a stable energy supply. However, the topic of nuclear power remains controversial and…
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,…
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…
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…
South Korea is in the process of taking necessary actions to officially suspend the licenses of doctors who have gone on strike.
SEOUL, South Korea — According to officials on Thursday, South Korea’s government will soon suspend the licenses of protesting junior doctors who continue their strike, causing strain on the country’s medical services. This will be the final action taken by…
The World Health Organization is calling for urgent action to be taken in response to a shortage of cholera vaccines.
The World Health Organization has urged for immediate measures to address the increase in cholera cases worldwide due to a limited supply of vaccines. The WHO’s International Coordinating Group on Vaccine Provision stated that urgent measures must be taken to…
In 2023, a team of researchers revealed a decrease in the overall environmental well-being of Australia.
SYDNEY — According to the yearly report from the university, Australia’s environmental performance worsened in 2023, but it was still better than several other countries. Although 2023 broke records as the warmest year worldwide, Australia experienced its eighth warmest year…
The United States has prohibited the final remaining form of asbestos still in use.
On Monday, the Environmental Protection Agency declared a thorough prohibition of asbestos, specifically targeting the only remaining kind of the substance still in use within the United States. Even though asbestos was the initial substance prohibited by a chemical safety…
The arrival of the Spring Equinox has occurred, but what exactly does it signify?
The official start of spring is just around the corner. On Tuesday, the Northern Hemisphere will experience the vernal equinox which signifies the beginning of the spring season. What exactly does this signify? Here’s the information on how we divide…