Few years on the Earth
The transportation of monkeys for laboratory testing is a practice that has sparked significant ethical concerns in recent years, and a recent incident involving long-tailed macaques highlights the disturbing realities of this industry. Monkeys that were flown from Mauritius and Vietnam to the UK for toxicology testing were discovered to be badly injured and terrified, … Read more
Storm Bert has left a trail of devastation across the UK, hitting Wales and large parts of England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland with relentless wind and rain. This latest storm has caused widespread flooding, power outages, and tragically, loss of life. The country’s infrastructure has once again faced the brunt of nature’s fury, highlighting the … Read more
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has seen many unexpected turns, but Ukraine’s bold incursion into Russia’s Kursk region marked a historic first: the first ground invasion of Russian territory by a foreign power since World War Two. This surprise offensive, launched in August 2023, initially took Russian forces off guard, allowing Ukraine to seize … Read more
In a surprising twist that challenges conventional perceptions of incarceration, some of UK’s highest-paid inmates are earning more than the officers who guard them. According to Home Office data obtained through a freedom of information request, last year’s top-paid prisoner had a net salary of £36,715, surpassing the take-home pay of many mid-level professionals in … Read more
The recent opening of a US Missile Base in Poland has heightened tensions between Russia and NATO, marking a significant development in the ongoing geopolitical struggle between the West and Moscow. Russia’s declaration that the base is a “priority target” for potential destruction underscores the fragile state of global security and the high-stakes nature of … Read more
At the Indian Spaceport in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, preparations are in full swing for the highly anticipated launch of Europe’s Proba-3 twin satellites aboard India’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV). Set for December 4, this joint mission marks a significant milestone in international space cooperation. A groundbreaking collaboration between Europe and India prepares to unveil … Read more
Notre-Dame de Paris, the iconic symbol of French heritage and Gothic architecture, is set to reopen on December 8, 2024, after a painstaking five-year restoration. The cathedral, which suffered immense damage in a catastrophic fire on April 15, 2019, has risen from the ashes, thanks to the dedicated efforts of historians, architects, engineers, and artisans. … Read more
The Reykjanes Peninsula in southwestern Iceland is once again capturing global attention, as the Fagradalsfjall volcanic system has erupted, marking another dramatic chapter in the island nation’s geologically active history. This latest eruption, which began near Sundhnukar on November 20, 2024, has ignited spectacular scenes of lava flows and raised both excitement and concerns among … Read more
Iceland, a land of fire and ice, has witnessed an unprecedented series of volcanic eruptions that have dramatically reshaped its southwestern region. After remaining dormant for 800 years, a volcano near the famous Blue Lagoon spa erupted in December of last year, marking the beginning of a volcanic cycle that has seen seven eruptions in … Read more
The picturesque region of Huelva in southern Spain has witnessed an audacious theft that has left a family-run business reeling. Thieves stole 400 legs of Iberian acorn-fed ham, valued at €200,000, from Jamones Eíriz in the village of Corteconcepción. This delicacy, prized for its Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Jabugo seal, symbolizes years of dedication … Read more