News Around the Globe
The Oceans Are Running a Fever: Causes and Consequences of Marine Heat
Oceans just logged another near-record summer. Human-driven warming plus El Niño is fueling marine heatwaves with real-world impacts.
Nepal’s Social Media Ban—and the Backlash That Followed
Nepal blocked 26 social platforms—then lifted the ban after deadly protests. A clash of regulation, free expression, and daily livelihoods.
Israel’s Strike in Qatar: What It Means for Diplomacy, Hostages, and Regional Risk
A strike in Doha killed Hamas leaders and rattled Qatar’s mediator role—tightening security, stalling talks, and stirring legal and regional risks.
BRICS vs. the Dollar: Momentum Meets the Real World
Talk of a BRICS currency keeps fading. Expect more local-currency trade and new payment rails—not a shared coin replacing the dollar.