Russia discovered enormous oil and gas deposits in Antarctica.
Russia discovered massive oil and gas deposits in the Antarctic, with much of it in areas claimed by the United Kingdom. MPs have expressed concern that the studies are a prelude to drilling rigs exploiting fossil fuels from the pristine area. Watch to learn more. Broadcast on May 12, 2024
Drug companies fight over a COVID-19 vaccine patent in London.
Pharmaceutical companies promised not to compete in the race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine during the epidemic. After four years, Moderna claims Pfizer/BioNTech utilized its patented technology and is suing the company for royalties. Pfizer/BioNTech has challenged a Moderna patent in the London High Court. It will take years to resolve this matter, which is pending in five different countries.
China gets ready for a naval conflict with America and India.
China is getting ready to fight America and India in the sea. Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged the People's Liberation Army to begin preparations for a "maritime military conflict." Can the Chinese Navy, however, possibly prevail in a conflict with America or India?
TikTok CEO promises to win in court against potential ban
Authorities in the US are targeting Tik Tok; a new rule threatens a statewide ban unless the app's parent company, Bite Dance, divests. This would be the heaviest blow to the widely used video-sharing platform, which has already been subject to numerous restrictions worldwide. Keep an eye out for additional information!
After a 7.2-magnitude earthquake in Taiwan, at least nine people were killed, and over 800 were injured. According to authorities, 50 passengers on four minibusses that were traveling to a hotel in a national park in Hualien are reported missing. Furthermore, there are reportedly 70 miners stuck in coal mines.
The hidden lives of amphibians and reptiles will be on display at a new zoo in London. Public access to the show will begin on March 29. Keep an eye out for additional information!
UK: The Labour party keeps a double-digit advantage and pushes for an early election
The political parties in the UK are currently receiving an abundance of donations; last year, they received $119 million, about twice as much as they did in 2022. Private contributions to the Labour Party reached a record level in 2023.
Israeli fire kills those attempting to provide humanitarian supplies at the targeted food distribution point.
At least 21 people have been killed as Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinians who were waiting for humanitarian relief in Gaza City near the Kuwait roundabout. At the Kuwait roundabout, which connects the north and south of the strip by a major road, thousands of people were assembling. Witnesses claim that Israeli soldiers opened fire on crowds using helicopters, tanks, and drones; Israel's military has assaulted this area on several occasions.
Expert: AI will not replace pilots; AI revolution in aviation.
Airlines may not replace pilots with artificial intelligence anytime soon, but aviation industry insiders believe the new technology is already transforming their business. Stay tuned for further details!
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