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UN Study Finds Critical Minerals Are Destroying Vulnerable Communities
The sharp rise in demand for critical minerals is deepening poverty, creating water insecurity, and destroying vulnerable communities, according to a new UN study. The study, conducted by the United Nations University's Institute for Water, Environment, and Health, found that the demand for critical minerals is at an all-time high. The world's transition to artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and electric cars, among others, is driving this change, as oil is no longer
Armaan Dhawan
1 day ago3 min read
UAE Announces Withdrawal From OPEC in Shock Move
The United Arab Emirates has officially withdrawn from OPEC and OPEC+ to prioritize their national interests– a shock move for most of the world. The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was formed in 1960 as an alliance between the world's top exporters, aiming to stabilize global oil prices with quotas for each member country. The group's primary objective was to secure consistent income for producers while facilitating the sale of their oil to consumers
Armaan Dhawan
2 days ago2 min read
Global Military Spending Reaches All-Time High, Driven by Europe
According to a new study, global military spending has reached an all-time high, with Europe leading the way in the increases. The new study, conducted by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, marks the 11th straight year of growth in military spending as global security concerns ramp up and individual militarization efforts ramp up. The study found global military spending in 2025 to be almost $2.9 trillion– around 2.5% of the world's gross domestic product (
Armaan Dhawan
3 days ago3 min read
UAE Announces Withdrawal From OPEC in Shock Move
The United Arab Emirates has officially withdrawn from OPEC and OPEC+ to prioritize their national interests– a shock move for most of the world. The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was formed in 1960 as an alliance between the world's top exporters, aiming to stabilize global oil prices with quotas for each member country. The group's primary objective was to secure consistent income for producers while facilitating the sale of their oil to consumers
Armaan Dhawan
2 days ago2 min read
Chernobyl, 40 Years On From the World's Largest-Ever Nuclear Disaster
Yesterday, April 26, marked 40 years since the Chernobyl nuclear disaster– here's what's happening in the region and how the area around the failed power plant is faring. Chernobyl, a nuclear power plant in northern Ukraine, saw the world's worst-ever nuclear disaster during a reactor meltdown in 1986, devastating the region. Several dangerous experiments conducted by local scientists in addition to structural problems with the reactor resulted in a partial meltdown. Meanwhil
Armaan Dhawan
4 days ago2 min read
UK Passes Generational Ban on Tobacco and Vape Products
The United Kingdom has passed a ban on the sale of all tobacco and vape products to anyone born in 2009 or after, making them only the second nation to pass such a law. Tobacco and vape products are some of the most harmful on the market, particularly due to their high addictiveness and appeal to teenagers and young adults. A 2025 WHO report found that between 7.2% and 10% of adolescents worldwide use e-cigarettes, and an even larger percentage smokes regular cigarettes. Thes
Armaan Dhawan
Apr 233 min read
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Mar 283 min read
UN Study Finds Critical Minerals Are Destroying Vulnerable Communities
The sharp rise in demand for critical minerals is deepening poverty, creating water insecurity, and destroying vulnerable communities, according to a new UN study. The study, conducted by the United Nations University's Institute for Water, Environment, and Health, found that the demand for critical minerals is at an all-time high. The world's transition to artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and electric cars, among others, is driving this change, as oil is no longer
Armaan Dhawan
1 day ago3 min read
Chernobyl, 40 Years On From the World's Largest-Ever Nuclear Disaster
Yesterday, April 26, marked 40 years since the Chernobyl nuclear disaster– here's what's happening in the region and how the area around the failed power plant is faring. Chernobyl, a nuclear power plant in northern Ukraine, saw the world's worst-ever nuclear disaster during a reactor meltdown in 1986, devastating the region. Several dangerous experiments conducted by local scientists in addition to structural problems with the reactor resulted in a partial meltdown. Meanwhil
Armaan Dhawan
4 days ago2 min read
New Climate Summit Excludes Nations Supporting Fossil Fuels
A first-of-its-kind climate summit that excludes fossil-fuel supporting nations is taking place on the Colombian coastline over the next five days, sparking hope that they could work to create a true climate action plan without hindrances. The summit, taking place in the town of Santa Marta, is one of the first-ever climate conferences to completely exclude the United Nations, primarily due to the stark opposition climate-supporting nations face from fossil fuel-friendly coun
Armaan Dhawan
6 days ago3 min read
Nintendo's Super Mario Sequel Smashes Expectations at the Box Office
"The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," Nintendo's sequel to "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" from 2023, is already smashing expectations at the box office. The animated film follows main characters Mario and Luigi as they take on Bowser Jr., the son of the villain from the movie's predecessor. The series is based on the original Super Mario Bros. video game from the 1980s, developed by Japanese game designer Shigeru Miyamoto. Miyamoto still serves as one of the executive directors at N
Armaan Dhawan
Apr 32 min read
Meta, YouTube Lose Major Lawsuit Over Social Media Addiction in Teens
Meta and YouTube lost a major lawsuit this week regarding social media addiction and its impact on teens, and it could spark a ripple effect for similar lawsuits across the nation. The trial, which spanned nine days over the last six weeks, took place in the Los Angeles Superior Court. Top brass from both Meta and YouTube arrived at the court to testify and argue against the claims of a 20-year-old woman who suffered from social media addiction, going by the initials KGM. How
Armaan Dhawan
Mar 273 min read
Oscars 2026: Everything to Know About Film's Biggest Night
The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, took place last night, with several critically acclaimed films taking home multiple awards at this year's event. The Academy Awards are usually handed out between late February and late March, taking place at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, Los Angeles. Several awards, like Best Picture, Best Actor/Actress, and Best Screenplay are some of the most coveted awards in the film industry, but any Oscar is a major achievement for any me
Armaan Dhawan
Mar 163 min read
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