Battery-electric vehicles have become Germany’s top-selling powertrain for the first time, beating both gasoline and diesel registrations in June, as new-car demand shifts toward electrification.
Mediators have proposed a 10-day ceasefire to de-escalate tensions between Iran and the United States and to create space to revive an interim deal reached last month, a senior Iranian official told Reuters.
A new analysis says the earnings gap between UK FTSE 100 chief executives and average full-time workers has reached its widest point in eight years, with CEOs paid a median 130 times more than typical workers.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has released updated guidance for broadcasters covering women’s athletics, designed to reduce on-screen sexualization. The 23-page document was developed with input from European Athletics and Olympic athletes, including Holly Bradshaw, Blanka Vlašić, and Ivana Španović, who say certain camera techniques can increase athletes’ anxiety.
Yemen’s Houthis say they will impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, warning that maritime traffic in the region could face escalating restrictions. The group presented the move as retaliation, linking it to Saudi actions and framing the step as part of a broader confrontation. Saudi Arabia has not yet publicly accepted the claim, while regional observers monitor whether the announcement could translate into real operational interference at sea.
Federal officials argue Pennsylvania’s changes to how incarcerated people can receive and use payment benefits are designed to mislead and exploit. The administration points to its own assessment of the reform’s goals, while downplaying an audit that concluded the initiative functioned as intended and did not amount to a con. Critics say the dispute underscores growing scrutiny of how the state manages prisoner compensation and oversight.
Indonesia continues improving logistics and maritime infrastructure to strengthen trade connections and economic activity.
Scientists report that the world's oceans recorded their hottest June on record, highlighting continued long-term ocean warming and its potential influence on global climate and marine ecosystems.
Researchers say a recent European heatwave was made virtually impossible without human-driven climate change, according to climate attribution analysis and observational data.
Scientists have identified a new monkey species in the Congo rainforest through field studies and genetic analysis, underscoring the region's exceptional biodiversity and conservation importance.
Scientists have detected sugar molecules near the Milky Way's center, providing new evidence that key chemical ingredients associated with life can form naturally in interstellar space.
Archaeologists have uncovered ancient Egyptian tombs containing symbolic gold tongue amulets, providing new insights into Greco-Roman funerary traditions and religious beliefs.
An amateur astronomer helped identify a meteor impact crater dating back about 390 million years, leading scientists to confirm another chapter of Earth's geological history.
The calving of Antarctica's Iceberg A-84 has exposed a previously hidden marine ecosystem, giving scientists a rare opportunity to study life beneath long-covered Antarctic ice.
Scientists say continued Antarctic ice loss could increase future sea-level rise, highlighting the importance of ongoing climate monitoring and international scientific research.
Boaty McBoatface has begun a scientific mission beneath Greenland's glaciers, collecting data to improve understanding of glacier melting, ocean circulation, and climate change.
The Extremely Large Telescope in Chile has reached another major construction milestone, advancing one of the world's most ambitious astronomical observatories toward completion.
NASA's July skywatching guide highlights Saturn, the returning Comet 21P/Giacobini-Zinner, and the Milky Way, encouraging people to enjoy several notable celestial events.
UNESCO has launched a new international science diplomacy partnership to strengthen global scientific cooperation, promote evidence-based policymaking, and support collaborative research worldwide.
Technology companies continue expanding AI infrastructure as demand for advanced computing grows, while investors balance optimism with concerns over long-term returns.
Investors are closely watching Alphabet's upcoming earnings report as AI investment, cloud growth, and technology spending remain central to market expectations.
SpaceX is preparing another Starship launch attempt after an automated abort, as engineers complete inspections and modifications before the next scheduled test flight.
Indonesia’s tourism industry continues recovering and expanding as destinations attract visitors and businesses invest in hospitality services.
Indonesia’s e-commerce sector continues growing as consumers and businesses increasingly adopt online shopping platforms.