How GE Vernova plans to deploy small nuclear reactors across the developed world

The Trump administration initiated an investigation into UC Berkeley regarding foreign funding, reviving past criticisms linked to its partnership with China's Tsinghua University. This move follows Trump's executive orders aimed at enforcing federal disclosure laws for foreign gifts over $250,000, as Education Secretary Linda McMahon cited failures in UC Berkeley's disclosures of substantial foreign funding, including a reported $220 million from the Chinese government. In response, UC Berkeley denied the allegations, stating it has cooperated...

Gaza’s government has issued a severe warning that the population is "on the brink of mass death" due to widespread famine, exacerbated by Israel's ongoing aid blockade now entering its 55th day, which has resulted in over 52 recorded deaths from hunger and malnutrition, including 50 children. More than 60,000 children are suffering from acute malnutrition, with over a million facing daily hunger, leading to severe health consequences. The government has called for the urgent...

The Trump administration has announced the restoration of visas for approximately 1,800 foreign students whose legal statuses were abruptly terminated, following over 100 lawsuits from affected individuals. The Justice Department is developing a new system for visa review, as many students had their statuses revoked due to political protests or prior criminal charges, causing widespread fear in universities. Although records in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System are being restored, ICE retains authority to...

SummaryLiberal Leader Mark Carney stated he is “open” to discussing electoral reform, but it is not a current priority, emphasizing the need to focus on economic and security crises. He noted that there is no commitment to change the electoral system in the party's platform, unlike his predecessor Justin Trudeau, who abandoned reform in his first term, citing a lack of consensus. Carney believes a prime minister should remain neutral on electoral issues to ensure...

SummaryA mother-of-four, Carolyn Sanger, tragically fell 50 to 75 feet to her death while hiking with her children at Purgatory Chasm State Reservation in Massachusetts. Despite immediate medical assistance from nearby professionals, she succumbed to her injuries shortly after the fall, which police are investigating as an accidental incident. Sanger, a former oncology nurse who had recently opened a wellness business, is remembered as a devoted mother and friend, with a GoFundMe campaign for her...

In today's live news blog, the focus is on the Australian election, with the Greens proposing to lower the retirement age to 65 and raise the age pension above the poverty line. Party leader Adam Bandt emphasizes that no one should retire into poverty, particularly affecting older women. Meanwhile, Opposition leader Peter Dutton discusses his campaign, pledging an additional $21 billion in defense spending and highlighting his policies aimed at addressing cost of living challenges,...