Israeli Lawmaker Attacks Palestinian Memorial as Soldiers Look On
Video footage contradicts military's claim that troops intervened to stop Knesset member's sledgehammer assault on West Bank monument.
By Thomas Engel
Thomas Engel covers climate science, environmental policy, and the energy transition. He tracks the data behind the headlines and reports on both the crisis and the solutions.
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U.S. Lifts Terrorism Designation on Syria, Ending Decades of Economic Isolation
The decision removes crippling sanctions and marks a major shift in American policy toward Damascus following years of post-civil war stabilization.
By Thomas Engel
Care Leavers Face Mortality Rate Four Times the National Average, Review Finds
New data exposes a stark health crisis among young adults aging out of foster care systems, prompting calls for systemic reform.
By Thomas Engel
OnlyFans Founder Collected $700 Million Before Death, Revealing Platform's Massive Profitability
Financial filings show the late Leonid Radvinsky extracted extraordinary dividends from the content subscription platform as it evolved into a billion-dollar business.
By Thomas Engel
Steelers Defense Poised for Dominant Season as Stars Return from Preseason Rest
Pittsburgh's defensive core sat out exhibition games, but linebacker Alex Highsmith says the unit's full-strength lineup will overwhelm opponents when the season begins.
By Thomas Engel
Iran Claims Readiness as US Launches "Economic D-Day" Sanctions Regime
Tehran vows countermeasures as Washington implements its most comprehensive economic pressure campaign to date against the Islamic Republic.
By Thomas Engel
Belgium Opens 2027-2028 Scholarship Applications for Climate Professionals from 32 Developing Nations
ARES program targets environmental specialists from Global South with fully funded training as climate adaptation needs intensify
By Thomas Engel
Iran Braces for "Economic D-Day" as U.S. Unveils Sweeping Sanctions Package
Tehran claims readiness as Washington launches what officials call the most comprehensive financial pressure campaign in history.
By Thomas Engel
Australia's Data Center Boom Threatens Grid Stability as Power Demand Surges 40%
Energy regulators scramble to assess capacity as the nation's data infrastructure pipeline explodes in just one year.
By Thomas Engel
Lake Louise's Best Trails Face Growing Pressure as Climate Shifts Hiking Seasons
Popular Canadian Rockies destination sees extended summer access, but warming trends threaten the alpine ecosystems that draw millions of visitors.
By Thomas Engel
Heritage Trust Chief Denies Feeding $10,000 Worth of Historic Lollies to Livestock
South Australian parliamentary inquiry examines extraordinary allegations involving candy from shuttered museum sweet shop.
By Thomas Engel
Hurricane Andrew's 34-Year Legacy: How the 1992 Storm Transformed Disaster Preparedness
Three decades after one of America's costliest natural disasters, the Category 5 hurricane's impact still shapes how coastal communities prepare for the climate crisis.
By Thomas Engel
Al Fayed Sexual Assault Investigation Advances as Prosecutors Receive Case File
Metropolitan Police hand evidence to Crown Prosecution Service in probe of allegations against late Harrods owner and associate.
By Thomas Engel
Southern California Braces for Late-Summer Heat Wave Across Inland Regions
National Weather Service issues heat advisory for six counties as temperatures climb into triple digits through Monday morning.
By Thomas Engel
Anonymous Rapper EsDeeKid Proves Mystique Still Sells at Major Festival Debut
The masked Scouse MC's identity remains unknown, but Sunday's electrifying All Points East performance suggests fans are more interested in the music than the man behind it.
By Thomas Engel
China Delays Chang'e-7 Moon Mission as Technical Concerns Override Launch Schedule
Beijing's ambitious lunar south pole exploration pushed back indefinitely as engineers cite "unmet conditions" for the complex mission.
By Thomas Engel
Lightning Storms Ignite Multiple Wildfires Across Southern British Columbia
New blazes near major highways stretch firefighting resources as province enters peak fire season.
By Thomas Engel
Converging Crises: How Middle East Tensions and Ukraine War Are Reshaping Global Trade and Energy Security
Simultaneous threats to the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping lanes are creating unprecedented pressure on supply chains, oil markets, and inflation control efforts worldwide.
By Thomas Engel
CrossCountry Trains Resume Full Service After Nationwide Power Failure Strands Thousands
Rail operator prioritizes service restoration following widespread outage that disrupted routes across Britain.
By Thomas Engel
England Loses Nearly 600 NHS Dental Practices in a Decade as Two-Tier System Takes Hold
Geographic disparities deepen as public dental care retreats from communities across England, leaving millions struggling to access basic treatment.
By Thomas Engel
Thai Crime Victims' Advocate Detained Over Alleged $70,000 Extortion Scheme
Atchariya Ruengrattanapong, prominent activist for justice reform, faces 12-day detention as courts investigate claims she targeted individuals within Thailand's legal system.
By Thomas Engel
Labour's Starmer Problem: No Appetite for Leadership Challenge Despite Sliding Poll Numbers
Parliamentary discontent grows as Prime Minister's approval ratings sink, but MPs see no viable alternative waiting in the wings.
By Thomas Engel
April's Waning Crescent Moon Signals End of Lunar Cycle as May's Full Moon Approaches
Tonight's slim crescent marks the final days before the new moon, with the next full moon arriving in early May.
By Thomas Engel
A Goal, an Embrace, and a Reminder of Football's Humanity
Yeremay's gesture toward teammate Charlie Patiño after scoring winner reveals what matters beyond the scoreline
By Thomas Engel
Iran Seizes Two Cargo Ships in Strait of Hormuz Hours After Trump Extends Ceasefire
Revolutionary Guards board vessels in strategic waterway as fragile truce shows signs of strain just one day after renewal.
By Thomas Engel
Two Marathon Runners Carry Exhausted Competitor Across Finish Line in Viral Act of Sportsmanship
The moment of solidarity has reignited debate about competition ethics and mutual aid in endurance sports.
By Thomas Engel
British Columbia Allocates New Funding to Five Cities for Street Safety and Cleanliness Programs
Provincial initiative targets urban livability improvements across B.C. communities facing growing maintenance challenges.
By Thomas Engel
Tim Cook Steps Down After Transforming Apple Into $4 Trillion Giant
After 15 years leading the tech behemoth, Cook hands leadership to hardware chief John Ternus as questions mount about Apple's climate commitments.
By Thomas Engel
Ancient Lyrid Meteor Shower Reaches Peak Visibility Tonight
One of Earth's oldest documented celestial events offers sky-watchers up to 18 meteors per hour under optimal conditions.
By Thomas Engel
O'Sullivan Surges Ahead in Bid for Historic Eighth World Championship Crown
The snooker legend dominates opening session against He Guoqiang as he chases a record that would cement his status as the sport's greatest player.
By Thomas Engel