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Mines in the Strait of Hormuz: How dangerous are they?
There are still mines in the Straight of Hormuz, delaying the opening for commercial shipping. How dangerous are naval mines, and what can be done to clear them?
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Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain
The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details.
Part 1 | Seyfo Monument Unveiled at Mor Ephrem Monastery in the Netherlands
Part 1 | Seyfo Monument Unveiled at Mor Ephrem Monastery in the Netherlands
The Newly Established Assyrian Association in Amsterdam
The Newly Established Assyrian Association in Amsterdam
The trauma and hope behind Haiti's rare World Cup appearance
Haiti's first appearance at a men's World Cup for 52 years is as much about hope as it is goals for the conflict-torn nation.
Swiss to vote on whether to cap population at 10 million
On June 14, Swiss voters will be able to decide on a far-right initiative to curb future immigration. What will it mean for the economy — and the country's European neighbors — if…
Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire after SpaceX IPO
SpaceX floated on the Nasdaq stock exchange on Friday, with shares trading 25% above the opening price at one point. The IPO has made Musk the world's first trillionaire, at least…
British artist David Hockney dies at 88
Considered a superstar of pop art, the UK painter was one of the world's most influential artists during his lifetime.
Lab-grown Tyrannosaurus leather bag fails to sell at auction
The handbag promoted as the "world's first T. rex leather product" didn't find a buyer at auction. Is it more chicken than dinosaur?
Preaching and teaching in a warming world
US pastors, a Ugandan musician and salmon-friendly tech delivered good environmental news this week.
'They destroyed the future': Palestinian anger at rise in Israeli demolitions in East Jerusalem
Palestinian homes are being pulled down in occupied East Jerusalem to make way for a park.
Is there anything GLP-1 agonist drugs cannot do?
Every other month, researchers find new uses for GLP-1 agonist drugs, like Mounjaro and Ozempic — now even as a treatment for substance abuse. It's classic drug repurposing, a tec…
Musk's SpaceX IPO holds both promise and peril
SpaceX, Elon Musk's rocket and AI company, presents potential for investors. But its futuristic, unproven plans also carry significant financial risks.
Sex doll art sparks debate at German president's residence
Beyond a headline-grabbing bronze, contemporary artworks draw attention to political power at an exhibition held at Bellevue Palace before the state building closes for renovation.
'Disclosure Day': For Spielberg, aliens are not just fiction
As Steven Spielberg releases a new film on extraterrestrials, here's a brief history of modern alien conspiracies and why scientists are now taking UFO reports seriously.
The climate conversation many US pastors avoid
As the Trump administration undoes scores of environmental protections, some Christian leaders are inviting their congregations to do as the Bible asks and be good stewards of the…
Leipzig Bachfest 2026: Bach's music as hit parade
The Leipzig Bach Festival honors the composer with a hit parade. Over 8,000 fans from 20 countries cast their votes. But Bach is celebrated in many other countries around the worl…
Why Anthropic has the edge over OpenAI in IPO race
The rivalry between Sam Altman and Dario Amodei is entering a new phase. Both AI bosses are planning public listings and hope to use the money to outpace each other in the race to…
Depression in romantic relationships: You, me and the illness
Depression can be a huge challenge for a relationship. Loved ones of someone with depression often feel helpless. But there is actually a lot they can do ― and a lot they shouldn'…
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Jafar Panahi's prison sentence confirmed by Iranian court
Following a retrial for a verdict that had been reached while the prominent Iranian director was abroad, the Revolutionary Court in Tehran has upheld a one-year jail sentence.
High-functioning depression: When success masks suffering
People with depression don't always feel overwhelmed or struggle to get things done — some are highly efficient and productive, despite their low moods. So it can't be that bad, r…
The pioneer in an unlikely World Cup team
When Desmond Armstrong faced the media at the World Cup in 1990, the first question he got was one that would stick in his mind for the wrong reasons.
Why businesses are offering 'Quiet Hour'
More peace and quiet, less stress — the Quiet Hour is an initiative for people with invisible disabilities. An increasing number of stores and institutions in Germany are launchin…
Desalination hopes and reformed poachers
EVs surge in Ethiopia, former poachers offer seahorse tours and India's ghost villages are repopulated.
SSRI antidepressants are often 'carelessly prescribed'
SSRIs, like Prozac and Zoloft, are among the world's most-prescribed psychiatric drugs. These antidepressants help a lot of people. But they don't always work. In fact, some exper…
Rivals: Messi v Ronaldo
How Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo didn't just dominate their era. They created one.
Why Yad Vashem is coming to Germany
"Remember" — every child in Israel knows the meaning of this Jewish commandment: Never forget the Holocaust. Now Yad Vashem wants to make sure people in Germany remember it too.
Germans at Russia's SPIEF: Who's really there?
Russian officials and media claim German businesses are comming back to the St. Petersburg Economic Forum despite the war in Ukraine. But who is actually attending Russia's flagsh…