Biosphere 2, a $150M sealed ecosystem in Arizona, faced unexpected oxygen depletion due to soil microbes and concrete reactions, highlighting challenges in closed systems, despite its controversial and troubled start.
A Virginia federal judge ruled that the FDA's special certification requirement for prescribing mifepristone is illegal, citing lack of justification given the drug's proven safety and effectiveness.
Russian Ambassador to Turkey Sergey Vershinin confirms ongoing discussions with Ankara over the S-400 missile systems Turkey purchased from Russia, amid reports of potential resale to a Persian Gulf country.
LA pop trio Muna transforms personal struggles and political anger into infectious, queer-themed dance music, gaining a massive following and critical acclaim despite early career setbacks.
Meta bans content from its smart glasses on Instagram if it involves surreptitious filming or harassment, amid public backlash over privacy concerns and "pervert glasses" misuse.
An FDA committee, stacked with Kennedy-appointed members, voted to lift restrictions on manufacturing four peptides for human use, despite lacking safety and efficacy data, with decisions on three more peptides pending.
A Russian ballistic missile strike in Ukraine's Kyiv region killed 10 people and injured nearly 100 at a defense industry event. The attack occurred a day after President Zelensky met with Raytheon representatives, with Russia claiming the event showcased drones targeting Russian civilians.
Russian forces conducted a group strike on a facility near Kiev, targeting a site where drones used in attacks on Russian civilian targets were demonstrated. The Russian Defense Ministry stated drone developers and Ukrainian special services were present, while Ukrainian officials opened a criminal case and denied responsibility, stating it was a private event.
The Delhi government is preparing to distribute digitally verified smart property cards under the Centre's Svamitva scheme to thousands of owners in Lal Dora and Abadi villages, aiming to reduce disputes and strengthen land records after completing surveys.
Çevre, Şehircilik ve İklim Değişikliği Bakanı Murat Kurum, Malatya'da 500 Bin Sosyal Konut Projesi kura çekimi, Tarihi Bakırcılar Çarşısı ve İçme Suyu Arıtma Tesisi açılış törenine katıldı. Kurum, törende konuşurken, deprem acısını yaşayan Malatyalılara geçmiş olsun dileklerini iletti ve bölgenin yeniden inşa edilmesi konusunda devletin çabalarını vurguladı.
Zara's wide-legged trousers, dubbed "death pants" on social media, are causing wearers to trip and sustain injuries like fractured knees. Physiotherapists link such fashion to movement difficulties, while tailors attribute the issue to disproportionate sizing compared to average UK women.
British actor Gugu Mbatha-Raw discusses her new Sky supernatural thriller, "Possession," which delves into Britain's colonial legacy and slavery. She reflects on her career, from "Belle" to "The Morning Show," and the changing landscape for Black talent in the UK film and TV industry.
Paralympic athlete Hannah Babalola was denied an aisle chair on a KLM flight, leading to humiliation. This incident highlights widespread issues faced by disabled air travellers, including lack of assistance, damaged wheelchairs, and discriminatory treatment, despite regulations and advocacy efforts.
Andy Burnham is urged by Liberal Democrats to lobby EU leaders directly for the suspension of the new Entry-Exit System (EES) until at least September, as 2.2 million British holidaymakers begin their summer travels, facing potential delays and disruptions at EU borders.
Crop nutrient content has declined for decades, prompting research into solutions. Regenerative agriculture, focusing on soil health, shows promise in boosting nutrient density in some studies, but faces skepticism regarding scalability and cost-effectiveness.
Bahrain meldete erneuten Beschuss aus Iran, während die USA zum 13. Mal in Folge Ziele im Iran angriffen, darunter Kommandozentralen und Drohnenlager. Der Tankerverkehr in der strategisch wichtigen Straße von Hormus war fast zum Erliegen gekommen.
Twenty-five tech companies, including Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta, sent a letter to Washington advocating against restrictions on open-source AI models. They argue that such bans would hinder U.S. AI leadership and innovation, potentially ceding the market to closed labs, and cite a recent security breach where an open-source model was crucial for investigation.
Kremlin Sözcüsü Dmitriy Peskov, Rusya'nın Ukrayna'daki özel askeri operasyonuna hedeflere ulaşana kadar devam edeceğini belirtti. Peskov, ABD'nin Anchorage zirvesindeki uzlaşıların başarısız olduğunu açıklamasının ardından yeni tekliflerini beklediklerini, ancak bunların Rusya için kabul edilebilir olması gerektiğini vurguladı.
Hyundai, B-SUV segmentindeki popüler Kona modelini yenilemeye hazırlanıyor. Dijital konsept çizimleriyle gündeme gelen Yeni Hyundai Kona, minimalist ve keskin hatlara sahip futuristik bir tasarımla dikkat çekiyor. Elektrikli ve hibrit seçenekleriyle birlikte yüksek teknolojiye sahip iç mekân detayları da öne çıkıyor.
Facebook launches a dedicated "Seller" app for Marketplace, introduces a free selfie-based verification system for Dating, Marketplace, and Groups, and tests an optional immersive video view, aiming to boost engagement and organization.
BAE Systems CEO Dr Charles Woodburn warns the UK is complacent about foreign attack risks, citing the highest threat level in his lifetime. He advocates for significantly increased defence spending, beyond current commitments, to counter modern warfare challenges and autonomous weapons, despite recent boosts.
SK Group başkanı Chey Tae Won ile eski başkanın kızı Roh Soh Yeong arasındaki boşanma davası, 1 milyar dolarlık tazminat riski ve yapay zeka yatırımlarının servet üzerindeki etkisiyle Güney Kore gündeminde.
China's Ministry of Commerce has added 14 entities from the European Union, including German defence giant Rheinmetall, to its export control list. This measure, effective immediately, prohibits the export of dual-use items and is a direct response to recent EU sanctions against Chinese and Hong Kong firms over Russia.
İran Dışişleri Bakanı Abbas Arakçi, ABD Başkanı Trump'ın Hürmüz Boğazı'ndaki zararların dondurulan İran varlıklarıyla karşılanacağı yönündeki açıklamasına tepki gösterdi. Arakçi, başka bir ülkenin varlıklarına el koyarak gelecekteki talepleri karşılamanın 'tehlikeli bir emsal' oluşturacağını belirtti.
