A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coasts of Argentina and Chile on Friday, leading to tsunami warnings in the Magallanes region of Chile. The quake, occurring in the Drake Passage at a depth of 10km, follows a separate 5.83 magnitude tremor that hit Argentina’s La Rioja province the previous day. Authorities are on alert as the situation develops, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
Stellantis, the parent company of brands like Vauxhall and Jeep, reported a €300m loss due to U.S. President Trump's 25% car import tariffs, which have disrupted trade and led to a 10% decline in sales. The tariffs have prompted other manufacturers like Jaguar Land Rover to pause exports and adjust operations, as negotiations continue over tariff adjustments with several countries. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Stellantis, the car company that makes brands like...
Read moreDesperate citizens of Gaza face starvation, risking their lives to access food aid from the controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), often enduring long waits and military threats. As they navigate barriers, many are injured or killed, with severe food shortages affecting 93% of the population due to the Israeli blockade, highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The people in Gaza are very hungry and face dangerous challenges just to...
Read moreThe total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027, will be visible across ten countries, including Spain and Egypt, lasting up to six minutes in some locations. This significant event will feature totality, where the Moon completely obscures the Sun, creating a stunning view of the Sun's corona, and will be the longest eclipse visible from land between 1991 and 2114. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves...
Read moreFrom 2021 to 2023, Canadians experienced significant price increases attributed to pandemic-related supply-chain issues and government spending, yet these "temporary" hikes have persisted post-pandemic, with inflation rates surging beyond typical levels. Economists attribute ongoing inflation to factors like corporate greed, market competition, and external shocks, including the Ukraine conflict and poor agricultural yields, leaving consumers to bear the costs. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: After the pandemic, Canadians continue to face persistent price...
Read moreCanadians continue to face elevated prices from pandemic-era inflation, initially driven by supply-chain issues and increased consumer demand. Despite a return to normal inflation levels, factors such as corporate greed, lack of competition, and external events like the Russia-Ukraine conflict have contributed to persistent price hikes across various goods, including food and energy. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Canadians are still grappling with persistent inflation from pandemic-era price hikes, which were initially attributed...
Read moreIsrael conducted air strikes on Yemen's Huthi-held port of Hodeida, marking the second such attack in a month, as tensions rise following the Huthis' missile and drone assaults on Israel in solidarity with Palestine. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz warned that Yemen could face a fate similar to Iran's, raising concerns of a broader conflict in the region amid ongoing Israeli efforts to dismantle Huthi military infrastructure. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israel...
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