Mars’ largest river systems revealed: Insights into ancient water, sediment deposits, and potential habitability for past life

Ancient Mars once teemed with flowing rivers, forming vast drainage systems. A new study has mapped these large basins, revealing they concentrated nutrients and sediments, making them prime locations for potential past life. These findings are crucial for guiding future missions in the search for evidence of ancient Martian habitability.

Syria: Leaked material details atrocities at Assad prisons

A German media investigation, examining over 70,000 prison photos and intelligence documents, has unearthed grim details of human rights abuses under Syria’s former President Bashar Assad. The report highlights widespread torture and mistreatment, particularly at Harasta military hospital, with some implicated doctors now practicing in Germany. German prosecutors are pursuing these cases under universal jurisdiction.

Harvard professor claims 3I/ATLAS emits a ‘heartbeat’-like pulse that could signal alien technology

Comet 3I/ATLAS has already puzzled astronomers with its odd trajectory, twin tails and sudden bursts of activity. Now a rhythmic 16.16-hour “heartbeat” has become the latest mystery. Most researchers see a rotating, venting comet. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb argues the pulse points instead to jets driving the brightness “like a bloodstream”, keeping open, cautiously, the […]

Hungary’s Orban woos voters with cash incentives and smears

Hungary’s ruling Fidesz party faces a challenge from opposition leader Peter Magyar, despite a year of attacks. Prime Minister Orban is now deploying a “tsunami of promises” including tax cuts and benefits, particularly targeting pensioners, to regain ground. This strategy, however, is increasing national debt and comes with a renewed smear campaign against Magyar.

Germany’s Wadephul pushes for fair trade in China

In a diplomatic mission to China, German foreign minister Johann Wadephul is championing trade enhancements by advocating for equitable practices and the elimination of trade barriers. As he navigates the complexities of past diplomatic challenges, he is particularly focused on the critical issue of rare-earth exports and engaging in discussions about China’s position on the […]

Israel–Gaza truce: Netanyahu hints at entering second phase ‘shortly’; to meet Trump this month to ‘discuss peace’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Israel is preparing to enter the second, more difficult phase of the US-sponsored Gaza ceasefire plan soon. This phase aims to disarm and demilitarize Hamas, following the initial phase focused on captive and body exchanges. Netanyahu also plans to meet with US President Donald Trump this month to discuss […]

US house fire tragedy: Second Indian dies of severe burn injuries in Albany blaze; probe under way

Two Indian nationals tragically died from severe burn injuries sustained in a house fire in Albany, USA, on December 4. Both victims were trapped inside the residence when the blaze broke out, prompting a difficult rescue operation amidst strong winds. The Consulate General of India is providing assistance to the families of the deceased.