Preparing for a Smooth Launch of ETS2 EU countries have agreed to strengthen a financial tool designed to prevent sudden spikes in carbon prices as the bloc prepares to introduce a new carbon tax on cars, vans, and buildings. The updated system, part of the…
Clashing Visions of Europe’s Role At this year’s Munich Security Conference, the West’s identity and purpose came under scrutiny. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged European nations to help “save the West” from decline, criticizing poorly designed policies on climate and migration while calling for…
Preparing for a Smooth Launch of ETS2 EU countries have agreed to strengthen a financial tool designed to prevent sudden spikes in carbon prices as the bloc prepares to introduce a new carbon tax on cars, vans, and buildings. The updated system, part of the European Union’s emissions trading scheme (ETS2), will take effect in 2028 and is expected to…
Immediate Tariff Hike US President Donald Trump announced an immediate increase in global tariffs from 10% to 15%, a day after the Supreme Court ruled that his previous use of emergency powers to impose broad import taxes exceeded presidential authority. Trump framed the move as…
US researchers say a single nasal spray vaccine could protect against coughs, colds and flu. The vaccine could also prevent bacterial lung infections and may even reduce allergies. Scientists at Stanford University tested the universal vaccine in animals and still need human clinical trials. They…
Amazon’s cloud division reportedly suffered outages last year after an internal AI agent altered system settings.One disruption in December lasted about 13 hours when the tool deleted and recreated part of its environment. The company said the incidents were limited and blamed misconfigured access controls…
Immediate Tariff Hike US President Donald Trump announced an immediate increase in global tariffs from 10% to 15%, a day after the Supreme Court ruled that his previous use of emergency powers to impose broad import taxes exceeded presidential authority. Trump framed the move as…
US researchers say a single nasal spray vaccine could protect against coughs, colds and flu. The vaccine could also prevent bacterial lung infections and may even reduce allergies. Scientists at Stanford University tested the universal vaccine in animals and still need human clinical trials. They…
Amazon’s cloud division reportedly suffered outages last year after an internal AI agent altered system settings.One disruption in December lasted about 13 hours when the tool deleted and recreated part of its environment. The company said the incidents were limited and blamed misconfigured access controls…
Immediate Tariff Hike US President Donald Trump announced an immediate increase in global tariffs from 10% to 15%, a day after the Supreme Court ruled that his previous use of emergency powers to impose broad import taxes exceeded presidential authority. Trump framed the move as…
US researchers say a single nasal spray vaccine could protect against coughs, colds and flu. The vaccine could also prevent bacterial lung infections and may even reduce allergies. Scientists at Stanford University tested the universal vaccine in animals and still need human clinical trials. They…
Amazon’s cloud division reportedly suffered outages last year after an internal AI agent altered system settings.One disruption in December lasted about 13 hours when the tool deleted and recreated part of its environment. The company said the incidents were limited and blamed misconfigured access controls…
Daily obesity tablets are reshaping the race dominated by GLP-1 injections.The new oral version of Wegovy from Novo Nordisk has seen rapid uptake in the US.Patients and doctors say pills are easier to use, cheaper and more convenient than weekly shots. Many users are switching because of insurance costs or needle aversion.They report steady appetite control and continued weight loss.Analysts…
The European Union faces growing criticism after a report revealed massive subsidies for foods that worsen the climate. Experts urge the EU to implement a Plant-Based Action Plan to encourage sustainable diets and help farmers transition away from meat and dairy. Red meat and other high-emission foods receive disproportionate EU subsidies, raising concerns over misuse of taxpayer money. Charity Foodrise…
Homebuyer discounts are continuing to shape the housing market in 2026. Widespread price reductions across many metro areas are providing rare leverage for buyers, allowing them to negotiate better deals and stretch their budgets further. In several large markets, homes that previously sold quickly at…