The Gulf of Finland might be at the center of a brewing conflict between Russia, Finland, and Estonia. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, if Finland and Estonia decide to block Russian ships from using this important waterway, Russia will see this as a serious violation of international law. Recent
Have you ever wondered how much world leaders earn? Some of them mingle with celebrities and wealthy people, but do they actually belong to that elite group? The answer isn’t straightforward. According to data from PoliticalSalaries.com, it varies quite a bit! Meet the Millionaire Leader Right at the top is
The Ukrainian government has proposed some big changes to its pension system that have many people worried. According to a recent analysis of the country’s 2025 budget by Ekonomicheskaya Pravda, a business news site, these changes could result in billions of hryvnia (the local currency) being taken back from pension
Lithium, often called “white gold,” is essential for many modern technologies and industries. It plays a crucial role in rechargeable batteries that store energy from renewable sources like solar and wind power. These batteries are also what power our electric cars and gadgets, like laptops and smartphones. As the world
Europe’s paint industry is facing a major crisis that could have far-reaching consequences. The problem revolves around a key ingredient called titanium dioxide, a white powder used in making everything from paint and sunscreen to food coloring and plastics. Many European paint manufacturers rely on China to supply this crucial
At the end of World War II, the United States had nearly 1,000 shipyards building and maintaining vessels for both military and commercial use. But now, according to US Congressman Michael Waltz, that number has dropped to just about 20. This sharp decline has raised alarms about the state of
Just days before he leaves office, Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador (AMLO) has decided to take control of a port and quarry owned by Vulcan Materials Company, an American construction giant. Last month, Mexico accused the US of meddling in its elections via USAID. These actions have created a
Sri Lanka is facing a serious economic crisis, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stepped in to help, but with a big catch: they’re making the country follow tough new rules. These rules include cutting public spending, increasing taxes, and implementing other harsh austerity measures. As a result, everyday
Bloomberg has just released a detailed map showing where the 1.8 million migrants who arrived in the US in 2023 are living. This map uses data from immigration court cases to show exactly which counties are seeing the biggest influx of new residents. It turns out that most of these
