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On NASA's Moon Mission, The Biggest Headache Has Been The Toilet
Since the astronauts are in microgravity, the toilet relies on air flow that pulls waste into the toilet and ensures the capsule stays clean.
How Netanyahu's Brother Led A Hostage Rescue Mission And Never Returned
While Hamas has released some Israeli hostages since the October 7, 2023, attacks, around 120 people are still believed to be in captivity.
Neuroscience Explains Why Teens Are Vulnerable To Social Media
Neuroscience reveals teen brain development makes them vulnerable to social media addiction and anxiety.
Is China Plotting A Coup In Hormuz? Top Indian Fund Star Sounds Alarm
"Even before the conflict the Indian economy was in trouble," Mukherjea said, pointing to weak earnings growth and slowing momentum. Now, "we'll have to work with expensive oil...a weak rupee, and rising interest rates."
"I Think The Kurds Kept Them": Trump On US Guns Sent To Iran Protesters
The protests began on December 28, 2025, after a sharp collapse of Iran's currency. This happened amid soaring inflation, state mismanagement of essential services, and worsening living conditions.
US Man Dies While Rescuing His Children At Florida Beach, Wife Calls Him A "Hero"
She described Ryan as a very loving and kind-hearted person and said that the 12 years they spent with him were the most special moments of her life.
US Military Blew Up Its $100 Million Aircraft In Iran. Here's Why
The damaged aircraft appear to be Lockheed Martin C-130 types, likely the MC-130J Commando II variant, valued at over $100 million, often used to infiltrate and exfiltrate troops into enemy territories for special operations.
Middle East Tensions Escalate as US-Israel-Iran Conflict Intensifies; Global Oil Markets on Edge
Missile and drone attacks continue across the region; Strait of Hormuz crisis raises fears of global economic impact.
End To Iran War In Sight? 45-Day Ceasefire Being Discussed, Says Report
The hopes of a partial deal in the next 48 hours, a timeline within which Trump's threat to hit Iran's infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened, are slim.
How A Factory In China Adapted To Trump, Tariffs And Trade Turmoil
Tariffs brought chaos to many Chinese companies; the country's official purchasing managers' index contracted for much of last year, with April 2025 being its weakest reading since December 2023.
"We're Blowing Up Whole Iran": Trump's New Ultimatum If No Deal By Tuesday
The US commander-in-chief also dismissed concerns over the massive loss of civilian lives with his actions, saying people who oppose their government would support such strikes to weaken the regime.
US-Iran War Live Updates: Trump Deadline To Open Hormuz Nears, Iran Calls Him Delusional
US-Iran War Live Updates: Trump's vow to attack Iran if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened by Tuesday has prompted Tehran to call him "delusional".
3-Word Message That F-15 Airman Sent To US After Iran Downed Plane
The airman had a communication device and a tracking beacon with him in addition to a handgun.
Russian Missile Designer Alexander Leonov Who Developed Brahmos Dies At 74
Leonov was CEO and Chief Designer of NPO Mashinostroyenia (NPOMASH), the Russian JV partner in New Delhi-based BrahMos Aerospace.
US Almost Did Not Rescue Its F-15 Airman Thinking It Was An Iranian Trap
The F-15E was shot down over southwestern Iran on Friday, the first confirmed loss of a US combat aircraft inside Iran since the war began.
"Tuesday. 8 pm. Eastern Time": Trump's Latest After "Hell" Warning To Iran
The threats followed the extraction of a US Air Force weapons systems officer whose F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft was downed inside Iran
US Secret Service Probes Reports Of Overnight Gunfire Near White House
The US Secret Service said Sunday it was investigating reports of overnight gunfire near Lafayette Park, which is across the street from the White House.
Deadline For Iran To Open Strait of Hormuz Is Tuesday Evening: Trump
US President Donald Trump said his deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on critical infrastructure is Tuesday evening, according to an interview he gave to the Wall Street Journal published on Sunday.
