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On Wednesday, Russia intensified its assault on Ukraine, launching a combined attack of drones and missiles on Kyiv for the first time in over two months. This escalation comes as fighting escalates in eastern Ukraine and concerns grow over the continuity of US support following Donald Trump’s recent election victory. In the early hours, explosions resounded throughout Kyiv as residents …

Researchers have identified a unique mollusk, described as a “mystery sea slug,” in the ocean’s midnight zone. Known as *Bathydevius caudactylus*, this nudibranch, or sea slug, is the first of its kind discovered in such deep waters. It stands out with a glowing, apple-sized body, a paddle-like tail, and a large, gelatinous hood. Nudibranchs are generally soft-bodied marine mollusks, yet …

Researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) have explored a method to produce power on Mars using thermoelectric generators. Their study reveals that these generators, which work on modest temperature differences, could support CO2 conversion into useful fuels and chemicals. The study’s findings suggest that harnessing temperature differences in various environments might enable CO2 to be converted into valuable …

Donald Trump is beginning to announce key appointments for his upcoming administration as he prepares for a return to the White House. He has selected Pete Hegseth, a military veteran and co-host of Fox & Friends Weekend, for secretary of defense, and Florida Republican Representative Mike Waltz for national security adviser. Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been tapped to …

U.S. mediator Amos Hochstein expressed optimism about reaching a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon soon, stating to Axios that he feels “hopeful” about the chances for success. According to U.S. officials, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has communicated to the Biden administration his intention to conclude the conflict in Lebanon within weeks. On Monday evening, Israel’s minister for strategic affairs, Ron …

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director Rafael Grossi will visit Tehran on Wednesday for pivotal discussions regarding Iran’s nuclear program, cautioning just before his trip that diplomatic options may be narrowing. Grossi’s visit is notably close to a recent statement from Israel’s defense minister, who warned that Iran’s nuclear facilities are more vulnerable than ever to potential strikes. Israel has …

Lebanon’s health ministry reported that an Israeli airstrike on Wednesday killed at least six people in the densely populated town of Aramoun, located just south of Beirut and outside Hezbollah’s typical areas of control. The strike also injured 15 people, according to initial reports, with body parts recovered from the scene still awaiting identification. The attack hit an apartment building, …

Russia has requested that Israel refrain from airstrikes targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon near one of its military bases in Syria, according to a senior official on Wednesday. In mid-October, Syrian state media reported Israeli strikes on Latakia, a city that serves as a stronghold for President Bashar al-Assad, who is backed by Russia and, in turn, supports Hezbollah. Latakia’s airport …