Sergei Lavrov I’d like to begin by expressing my gratitude to my Western colleagues, especially my European ones. Let me explain why. If it weren’t for them, the Ukrainian situation would remain in limbo, and the residents of Crimea, Donbass, and Novorossiya would be deprived of the right to choose. Back in 2004, by forcing … Read more
At work one afternoon in late August, a sudden wave of pain hit Adnaan with such force he could barely stand. The pain in his abdomen and shortness of breath was so intense he left work early, hoping bed rest might ease it. By 5pm, it had worsened and he made the call to go … Read more
Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. AI requires safeguards that go beyond self-regulation, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates said in an interview that aired on Sunday, calling for … Read more
Galaxies and their stars in the early Universe look a lot weirder than those we see today, and astronomers want to know why. A team of researchers at the University of Utah decided to survey certain stars in nearby galaxies as analogs of those that existed when the Universe was still in its infancy. The … Read more
Atherosclerosis is a gradual buildup of fatty deposits and other materials inside artery walls. Over time, these plaques can narrow blood vessels or rupture, potentially triggering heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular problems. Credit: Shutterstock Atherosclerosis may begin shockingly early, with artery scans revealing hidden plaque in about one in 13 adults before age 30. … Read more
A first-in-human Phase 1 clinical trial from Cleveland Clinic found that a single infusion of a CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing therapy produced lasting reductions in LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides in people with lipid disorders that had not responded adequately to medications. The study followed 15 patients for one year to determine whether the cholesterol and triglyceride … Read more
Here’s a roundup of recent tech news from around the web. The new Onyx BOOX Palma 3 is a pocket-sized eReader with similar specs to the Palma 2, but better build quality with an aluminum frame and fiberglass backplate. Optional stylus support is also new, and the OS has been updated from Android 13 to … Read more
Brave does a lot of things well. The open source browser has built-in ad blocking and is relatively lightweight compared to its competition, among many other things. One function that Brave does exceptionally well is displaying YouTube’s web interface. Brave allows me to customize YouTube’s UI like no other. I can remove several elements that … Read more
It is time to take a look at the best new iPhone 18 Pro cases. Apple has a new slate of Silicone and TechWoven models in color-matched treatments, joined by loads of our favorite third-party solutions we have been using for years. From built-in stands in new burgundy colorways, ultra grippy customizable models, and some … Read more
In 2024, Google introduced Gems as “custom versions of Gemini.” The Gemini app will soon replace Gems with “skills.” Going to the Gems manager today reveals a new notice at the top: “Gems will become skills starting Nov 17, 2026.” Starting November 17, 2026, we’ll automatically begin migrating your Gems to skills. You will be … Read more