Author: Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
The EU will ban Russian pipeline gas and LNG by 2026-2027, while allowing emergency exceptions for Hungary and Slovakia.Lawmakers set phased deadlines for short-term contracts, starting April 2026 for LNG and June 2026 for pipelines.Long-term LNG contracts may continue until January 2027, and long-term pipelines until September or November 2027.Member states accelerated diversification after Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, causing energy price spikes across the bloc.EU data shows gas dependence fell from 45% pre-invasion to 13% in early 2025, but imports still reached €10 billion. Political Clash Over Exemptions Most EU nations supported the ban to weaken Moscow’s war…
Lightpath has announced a major expansion of its AI-grade fiber network in the Greater Columbus area, adding 150 route-miles to meet rising data-center and AI infrastructure needs. The expansion aims to provide high-capacity, low-latency connectivity for businesses and technology hubs. The new fiber routes are designed to support data-intensive applications, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and high-performance analytics. As AI workloads grow, reliable and fast network infrastructure becomes critical for data centers and enterprises. Lightpath’s expansion targets both commercial and industrial users. By providing advanced fiber connectivity, the company enables companies to handle increasing data volumes, improve operational efficiency, and…
Scientists found that drinking orange juice daily alters thousands of genes in immune cells.Many of these genes control blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and regulate sugar metabolism.These mechanisms play a key role in supporting long-term cardiovascular health.David C. Gaze from the University of Westminster explains that orange juice triggers measurable changes in regulatory genes. Studies Show Reduced Inflammation and Blood Pressure Researchers asked adults to drink 500 ml of pasteurised orange juice daily for two months.After 60 days, stress-related genes such as NAMPT, IL6, IL1B, and NLRP3 became less active.The SGK1 gene, which affects kidney sodium retention, also showed reduced activity.Scientists…
Bitcoin dropped sharply on Monday, falling below €75,000 as the cryptocurrency market continued its steep decline.Cryptocurrencies started another losing month as Bitcoin fell over 5% in European trading on Monday morning.After reaching about €110,000 in early October, Bitcoin plunged due to heavy liquidations and widespread sell-offs.In November, Bitcoin lost more than 16% of its value, briefly touching €74,000.Other major tokens fell sharply as well, with Ethereum and Solana dropping over 5%, extending October’s downward trend.Bitcoin attempted short-term rebounds last month, but prices soon resumed their decline. Risk Aversion Drives Sales Investors sold risky stocks and reduced inflows into Bitcoin ETFs…
U.S. stocks rose sharply as investors reacted to a combination of strong corporate earnings, declining short-term yields, and growing expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in December. The S&P 500 has climbed roughly 16% this year, reflecting broad gains across technology and growth-focused companies. Corporate earnings helped lift sentiment. Dell Technologies and several other firms reported better-than-expected results, boosting their share prices and overall market confidence. Analysts said strong earnings reinforced the optimism around the year-end rally. Declining short-term U.S. Treasury yields are also supporting the market. Softer expectations for borrowing costs are creating favorable conditions for both businesses…
New research reveals hackers carried out over 237 cyber operations against space infrastructure from 2023 to 2025.Experts warn cyberwarfare increasingly threatens satellites and communication systems, particularly during the Gaza conflict.The Center for Security Studies (CSS) at ETH Zürich compiled social media posts, news reports, and forum data documenting attacks on Israeli and global space agencies.Hackers launched their largest wave in June 2025, when Israel and Iran faced 72 cyberattacks in just one month.Clémence Poirier, the report’s author, noted this spike accounts for nearly one-third of all incidents recorded during the study period.The study states cyber operations against space assets now…
Ukraine targeted two oil tankers hours before a major Russian terminal suffered a drone attack.Sea drones hit the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal in Novorossiysk around 4AM, forcing a temporary shutdown.Local media confirmed the assault, marking a significant escalation in regional energy infrastructure attacks. Rescue Efforts Save Tanker Crews Coast guard and rescue teams evacuated all crew members after the explosions and fires on both vessels.The Gambia-flagged Kairos ignited and exploded 28 nautical miles off Kocaeli while traveling empty to Novorossiysk.Authorities reported the Virat suffered drone damage about 35 nautical miles from the Turkish coastline.Officials identified both ships as part of…
Measles deaths dropped sharply since 2000, yet health officials report signs of global resurgence (WHO, 2025). The World Health Organization (WHO) says measles cases surged 47 per cent in Europe and Central Asia last year, driven by falling vaccination rates. Global gains in reducing infections and deaths now risk reversal. In 2024, measles killed an estimated 95,000 people worldwide, mostly children under five, down from 780,000 in 2000. WHO emphasised that every preventable death is unacceptable. Vaccination campaigns have saved nearly 59 million lives since 2000. Infections Rise and Outbreaks Spread Worldwide, measles infections reached 11 million last year, around…
A lack of park rangers and unreliable weather forecasts prompted a group of tourists to attempt the O Circuit trek despite worsening conditions. Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, tucked into icy, wild Patagonia, welcomes about 250,000 to 300,000 visitors annually. Thousands of them aim to complete the park’s challenging trekking routes. On 17 November, a sudden, violent blizzard struck the remote O Circuit trail. Five trekkers died, and dozens remained stranded in whiteout conditions for hours. The tragedy, caused by severe weather, exposed weaknesses in park safety measures, a concern widely criticized in recent years. The group of…
Dozens of protesters filled central Paris Tuesday night to denounce rising domestic violence and honour recent victims.Activist Marie-Josée, 78, lamented, “We are constantly overwhelmed by reality,” as the crowd remembered five women killed by partners last week.Protesters rallied hours before officials received a major report urging a radical reform of France’s domestic abuse justice system.The government submitted the report to Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin, recommending magistrates specialized exclusively in intrafamilial violence cases.Le Parisien revealed the findings earlier this week ahead of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.The report warned that domestic violence requires a comprehensive, coordinated…