The $100 Billion Club: Meet the 14 Richest People in the World
In last year’s Forbes ranking, only six people boasted a fortune exceeding $100 billion. However, this year, as announced on Tuesday, the number of members in this exclusive group has more than doubled, reaching 14. The magnitude of such wealth becomes evident when compared to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of a nation, which represents […]
The Geopolitical Competition for the Treasures of the Ocean Floor
The exploration of crucial minerals in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone, located in the northern Pacific Ocean, is being conducted by specialized vessels. Beyond conventional territorial conflicts, geopolitics has now extended to a new frontier: the seabed. Thousands of meters below the ocean’s surface, vast deposits of mineral resources are being discovered, many of which play a […]
The Importance of Taiwan in the Chip Market and the Impacts of a Production Disruption
Chips, also known as semiconductors, are fundamental components of the modern electronics industry. They are made from semiconductor materials such as silicon and can conduct electricity in a controlled manner. This means they can be used to process information, store data, and control the operation of electronic devices. Chips are found in a wide variety […]
Donald Trump Initiates Tariff Reciprocity Plan
The U.S. President’s Strategy Could Redefine Global Trade and Create Tensions Among Allies The White House announced on Thursday (13) the adoption of a new import tariff model based on reciprocity, one of the cornerstones of President Donald Trump’s economic policy. The initiative, which has been discussed since the presidential campaign, aims to balance the […]
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Takes Office as Health Secretary in the U.S. Amid Vaccine Controversies and Health System Reforms
The United States Senate confirmed, by a narrow vote of 52 to 48, the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). The choice, made by President Donald Trump, sparked considerable controversy, particularly due to Kennedy’s history as a critic of vaccination and his views on public […]
Meet the DOGE: Department of Government Efficiency in the U.S. and Elon Musk’s Administration
The United States government has undergone many reforms throughout its history, but few have been as radical and controversial as the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Created by President Donald Trump and led by billionaire Elon Musk, the DOGE was designed with the mission of cutting costs, eliminating waste, and restructuring the […]
High-Speed Trains Reconnect Paris and Milan After Eight-Month Interruption
After more than eight months of interruption due to a landslide in the French Alps, the high-speed train route between Paris and Milan will finally resume at the end of March 2024. The reactivation of the railway line, operated by French SNCF and Italian Trenitalia, marks the return of one of Europe’s most important rail […]
Scientists discover record-breaking neutrino in the Mediterranean Sea
In a historic breakthrough for science, astronomers detected the most energetic “ghost” particle ever recorded in the history of physics at the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea. Using a massive network of sensors still under construction, the scientists were able to capture a neutrino with an impressive energy of 220 million billion electron-volts (220 PeV) […]
Epic Flavors: The Innovative Menu of Universal Epic Universe
Scheduled to open on May 22, Universal Epic Universe promises to be the most ambitious theme park ever built by Universal Orlando Resort in Florida. In addition to immersive attractions inspired by iconic franchises, the park will offer an unprecedented and diverse culinary experience, with 30 establishments ranging from full-service restaurants to kiosks and themed […]
China Imposes New Restrictions on Military Information Sharing Online
China has announced a new set of comprehensive regulations to severely restrict the dissemination of military information on the internet, a move aimed at bolstering national security and protecting state secrets. The rules, which will take effect on March 1, establish strict guidelines regarding what content related to the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) can be […]