U.S. Scientists Confirm Start Of El Niño Climate Pattern
Current measurements show sea surface temperatures averaging about 0.7 degrees Celsius above normal, indicating that a weak El Niño is already underway.
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Trump Cancels Scheduled Iran Strikes, Citing Negotiation Progress
The decision came after two consecutive nights of U.S. military operations targeting Iranian sites.
World Bank Cuts Global Growth Forecast To 2.5%
The World Bank cautioned that global growth could slow dramatically to as little as 1.3% if the conflict triggers broader financial market disruptions or prolonged supply-chain pressures.
Which Risks Forced The ECB To Tighten Monetary Policy
According to the ECB, rising energy costs caused by disruptions in the Middle East have increased the risk of higher prices across the euro zone
Trump Threatens New Iran Strikes, Eyes Kharg Island
Trump said the US would strike Iran "very hard" and claimed much of Tehran’s military capability had already been degraded
Why Did UK Defense Secretary John Healey Resign
Healey said current defense spending falls short of what Britain needs at a time of growing security challenges.
What Does Trump Hope To Achieve With Fresh Attacks On Iran
The latest attacks targeted Iranian military surveillance systems, communications networks and air defense assets, according to US Central Command
Iran Shuts Hormuz Shipping Route Amid Escalating Conflict
Iran’s top joint military command declared that oil tankers and commercial vessels would no longer be permitted to transit the strategic waterway
U.S. Hits Iran For A Second Straight Night As The Truce Collapses
Central Command fires another round near Hormuz, Iran answers against Gulf states, and Washington warns Tehran will pay the price.
Scientists Discover World’s Largest Whale Graveyard In Deep Ocean
Located nearly 23,000 feet below the ocean’s surface, the site contains the remains of multiple whales dating back as far as 5.3 million years.
Why Did The U.S. Launch Another Round Of Strikes On Iran
President Donald Trump warned that additional military action could follow, describing the strikes as a response to what the administration views as increasing Iranian aggression.
Taiwan Conducts HIMARS Rocket Drill Facing China
The exercise formed part of broader military maneuvers along Taiwan’s western coast, which faces mainland China.
U.S. Secretly Protected Oil Shipments, Trump Says
According to Trump, the effort enabled more than 100 million barrels of oil to reach global markets while helping to prevent sharp increases in fuel prices.
Two Babies At Congo Orphanage Die From Ebola
Following her death, six additional babies at the orphanage were identified as suspected Ebola cases and transferred to a local treatment facility.
India Protests U.S. After Tanker Strike Leaves Sailors Missing
According to U.S. Central Command, American forces disabled the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello on Wednesday after alleging the vessel was attempting to transport Iranian oil in violation of a U.S.-enforced maritime blockade.