July 14, 2025, 4:49 pm EDT
Squirrels: The Surprising Culprits Behind Most U.S. Power Outages
Most power outages in the U.S. are actually caused by squirrels, according to the American Public Power Association (APPA). The association has even developed a "Squirrel Index" system to track patterns of how squirrels impact electricity supplies.more
Germany’s Elite Sports Faces New Definition of Success: Balancing Medals with Social Value
Olaf Tabor, Head of Elite Sports at the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB), stated, “We want clean, safe sports that benefit our people while fostering top-level athletic performance.” For Tabor, the challenge lies in aligning sports and social goals without neglecting international aspirations: “We’re talking about sports that succeed globally—benefiting both organized sports activities and society.”more
Nana: South Korea’s Beauty Icon with Global Acclaim
Nana (Im Jin-ah), widely hailed as South Korea’s top beauty, claimed the No. 1 spot on The Independent Critics’ “100 Most Beautiful Faces” list in 2014 and 2015, solidifying her status as a globally recognized beauty icon.more
Alluring Images of an Amateur Model in Foreign Beauty Lifestyle Photos Issue 131
In this 131st installment of foreign beauty lifestyle photos, we are presented with a collection of captivating images featuring an amateur model. These photos offer a unique window into the model's world, capturing her in various moments of her daily life.more
Recently, scientists from the United States have reconstructed the curve of Earth's average temperature changes over the past 485 million years. By integrating 150,000 paleoclimate records with model simulations, they found that extreme warming events on Earth are highly correlated with the increase in CO₂ concentration. This research was published in the journal Science.more
FATF and BIS Highlight Systemic Risks of Stablecoins to Global Financial Stability
On June 24, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) warned that stablecoins have become a preferred tool for illegal activities such as money laundering and terrorist financing. Their anonymity and borderless transaction features facilitate illicit use, while lagging global regulation and conflicting jurisdictions have amplified fraud risks. FATF emphasized that regulatory failures in a single jurisdiction could trigger global ripple effects.more
"The New Avengers" Unveils New Art Poster
A new art poster for "The New Avengers" (formerly known as "Thunderbolts") has been released. The poster showcases the film's unique lineup of anti - heroes, generating excitement among fans.more
The Story and Delight of Split Pea Soup: A Fusion of French and Canadian Flavors
Split Pea Soup, a beloved dish with a rich historical backstory, is said to have been invented by French explorer Samuel de Champlain after he led the first expedition to land on Canadian soil. This culinary creation has since evolved into a signature dish that beautifully blends French and Canadian culinary traditions, captivating taste buds with its hearty composition and comforting flavors.more