Scientists at UC Berkeley have discovered a microbe that bends one of biology’s most sacred rules. Instead of treating a specific three-letter DNA code as a clear “stop” signal, this methane-producing archaeon sometimes reads it as a green light—adding an unusual amino acid and
Israel Katz, the Israeli Defence Minister, said the attack was carried out "to remove threats."
Feb 28 - Israel said it launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran on Saturday, pushing the Middle East into a renewed military confrontation and further dimming hopes for a diplomatic solution to Tehran's long-running nuclear dispute with the West.
Kwok's 69-year-old father, Kwok Yin-sang, was sentenced to jail for eight months for attempting to withdraw roughly US$11,000 from her insurance policy.
Ramadan rituals and customs in Syria vary from region to region. Although some of them have been preserved, such as the "whitening of the safra" with milk and the "sukba" between neighbours, nowadays, many tables have been transformed into food baskets distributed by charitable
The emperor penguins of Antarctica are facing a growing threat from retreating sea ice, according to British scientists. New research suggests that climate change is forcing the iconic birds into smaller, crowded colonies, sometimes with deadly consequences. Watch the video for
The United States "expressed support for Pakistan's right to defend itself against Taliban attacks", a US official said.
Over the past eight months, the authorities have dismantled over 200 online scam networks.
While beautiful, the swathes of invasive yellow flowers are an environmental concern.
KABUL, Feb 28 (Reuters) - Fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban military entered its third day on Saturday, following overnight clashes as the international community expressed increasing concern about the conflict and called for urgent talks. Pakistan's strikes
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The EU announced a social fund can be used for cross-border abortion access, drawing mixed reactions from politicians. Nonetheless, the move marks an unusual step taken by the European Union, as healthcare policy is typically determined at a national level.
Reddit has become the AI algorithm’s favourite website. This is why it is becoming popular, and how to use it.
From charming mountain towns battling pollution to places built around canals, you can leave the car at home in all of these destinations.
The Islamic Republic of Iran may be entering its most precarious moment since the 1979 revolution. US naval deployments and escalating rhetoric have turned a long-running standoff into a strategic countdown. President Donald Trump has given Tehran roughly ten to fifteen days to
The arrest of a former US Air Force pilot for allegedly training Chinese military aviators exposes a widening shadow war over airpower expertise, where Western know-how has become as strategically contested as stealth jets themselves. This month, the US Department of Justice
The order lets the authorities to hold the retired army major general for questioning for 90 days.
The order lets the authorities to hold the retired army major general for questioning for 90 days.
At the time of writing, Bitcoin was hovering just above $65,000, down again from a short-lived rally earlier this week. The price represents a massive 48.5% drawdown from the all-time high of $126,272 last October, with no end in sight. We’re now in the fourth crypto winter
The top two Oscar contenders each had a category to themselves, setting up a showdown for the Academy Awards.
“Sinners” and “One Battle After Another” took home the live action feature awards at the 76th ACE Eddie Awards. “Sinners” editor Michael Shawver said, “Ryan Coogler took a big risk, and I think gave audiences something that maybe they didn’t even know they were hungry for
Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, has long been seen as the next in line to rule North Korea.
Former President Biden on Friday knocked President Trump for his record-length State of the Union address, asking if his successor is "still talking." Biden gave a critique about Trump and his record while celebrating six years since the former president won the 2020 South
The actor died on Feb. 23 at the age of 71 following a battle with bipolar disorder
Scrapping premium seats could help halve global aviation emissions, according to a major new study.
Joey Bueno Breese has been named the recipient of the $10,000 2026 Deutsche Bank Frieze Los Angeles Film Award for his film “El Rio Nuestro.” At the same time, Devin O’Guinn received the $2,500 Audience Award for his film “Julian.” Both winners were presented with their prizes
The U.S. on Friday designated Iran as a "state sponsor of wrongful detention" and demanded that the country release any Americans in its detention. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued the designation amid escalating tensions between the two countries and as President Trump
SEOUL, Feb 28 - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has presented new sniper rifles as ceremonial gifts to party and military officials, calling them a \"wonderful weapon\" and a sign of his trust, state media KCNA news agency said on Saturday.
President Donald Trump touched down on Texas soil for the second time since returning to the White House.
The visit comes four months after PM Lawrence Wong’s first official trip to South Korea in November 2025.
Kim Ju Ae has long been seen as the next in line to rule the secretive, nuclear-armed state.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) on Friday accused President Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth of attempting to "extort" the company Anthropic into removing guardrails for its AI programs. Warren, the ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
China had more than 600 nuclear warheads by the end of 2024 and is on track to have 1,000 by 2030.
Costumed beggars are becoming more visible at petrol stations and night markets in Johor Bahru.
Silicon Valley will be caught in the fallout
The former US president, who is featured in photographs within the Epstein files, denies having any knowledge of the convicted sex offender's crimes.
Ex-CNN anchor Don Lemon was one of the original nine defendants arrested last month
The Cascio siblings claim they were plied with drugs and alcohol, exposed to pornography, and individually abused by the pop star
Anthropic called the Pentagon’s decision Friday to designate the AI company as a supply chain risk an “unprecedented action,” arguing it is “legally unsound” and would “set a dangerous precedent.” “Designating Anthropic as a supply chain risk would be an unprecedented
Judge slashed a $667m damages award to Energy Transfer over Greenpeace’s role in Dakota Access Pipeline protests A North Dakota judge on Friday finalized a $345m judgment against Greenpeace in a lawsuit pursued by pipeline company Energy Transfer (ET.N) over the environmental
The official “Survivor” podcast is hitting pause for Season 50. “‘Survivor’ 50 was designed as a celebration, and it features one of the most exciting game designs we’ve ever done,” Probst said in a statement to Variety. “Because of that, we made a conscious decision not to
The Indonesian government expects all operators to start processing the required permits.
As part of "Pokémon Go Tour: Kalos," you can pick between Xerneas or Yveltal. Our guide explains which you should pick, and the quest steps.
As part of the paid "Pokémon Go Tour: Kalos" ticket, players can get shiny Diancie via the "Sparkle and Shine" Masterwork Research.
Is the 1977 album “The Beach Boys Love You” a classic and essential part of this great American band’s catalog, or a lark? It’s so different from virtually every other album the group ever recorded over a nearly 50-year period, there will always be some split over that — maybe
Pokémon Go's Kalos Tour event runs on Feb. 28 and March 1. Here's the rotation habitat and raid schedule, as well as list of the bonuses.
The former president told the committee that he would never have flown on Epstein's plane if he "had any inkling of what he was doing".
