Ribbon worm (Drepanophoridae sp.) Wed 27 May 2026: Marine scientists have discovered a total of 1,121 new marine species living in the depths of the world’s oceans over the past year. The findings have marked a “significant step” in the research, which required understanding and protecting the oceans, according to the scientists behind The […]

Tue 26 May 2026: Misleading information online is often treated as a technical glitch, something that better algorithms or stricter moderation can fix. But research points to a more complex reality. That is, the rise of “misfluencers”, individuals who shape how information is interpreted, shared and trusted across digital platforms. Whether acting deliberately or not, they tap […]

Wed 27 May 2026: Syrian authorities have discovered remnants linked to the chemical weapons program of the former Bashar al-Assad regime, including munitions similar to those used in previous chemical attacks in Eastern Ghouta and Hama, according to Syria’s representation to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Syria’s state news agency SANA […]

Wed 27 May 2026: Asia bought the most Chinese EVs of any region, followed by Europe and Latin America, data compiled by Bloomberg shows. China’s electric vehicle exports surged 40 percent last month, bolstering its position at the top of the rapidly growing global market, customs data compiled by Bloomberg shows. Chinese EV exports hit […]

Wed 27 May 2026:  Here’s what’s happening in South Africa today: 👇🏼 ◼️ New laws for workers in SA: Broadly, the laws aim to regulate the employment of foreign nationals and “enhance job opportunities for South African citizens”. The Bill amends the Employment Services Act 4 of 2014 to address rising unemployment and the high […]

Wed 27 May 2026: The UK government rejected demand from the Scottish parliament for a second independence referendum, saying there is “no consensus” for another vote, according to media reports published Tuesday. The motion agreed at Holyrood said the Scottish parliament election result earlier this month provided a “clear mandate that decisions about Scotland’s future […]

Thu 10 October 2024: One in eight girls, women raped or sexually assaulted before age 18, UNICEF says More than 370 million girls and women alive today, or one in every eight worldwide, experienced rape or sexual assault before the age of 18, the United Nations children’s agency said yesterday, Reuters reported. The number rises to 650 […]

  Ribbon worm (Drepanophoridae sp.) Wed 27 May 2026: Marine scientists have discovered a total of 1,121 new marine species living in the depths of the world’s oceans over the past year. The findings have marked a “significant step” in the research, which required understanding and protecting the oceans, according to the scientists behind The […]

Thu 14 May 2026: Amid an oil blockade against the island, the US blames Cuba’s communist leadership for ‘standing in the way’ of aid. The United States has offered $100m in humanitarian assistance to Cuba on the condition that the island’s communist government agrees to “meaningful reforms”. The sum was made public in a statement from […]

Fri 12 April 2024: JALEBIS INGREDIENTS 140 g cake flour 2 T cornflour 1/2 t baking powder 2 T clarified butter 1/4 t saffron threads 190 ml thick plain yoghurt Water (optional) Canola oil, for deep-frying Gold leaf, to garnish For the sugar syrup: 140 g sugar 250 ml water 1/4 t saffron threads, toasted […]

Tue 09 April 2024:   SWEET YELLOW RICE “This family-favourite rice dish is the first thing to go at family events! INGREDIENTS 210 g 1 cup, basmati rice 2 sticks cinnamon ¼ t ground turmeric 100 g ½ cup, white sugar 3 T water 60 g butter, cubed COOKING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Rinse the rice for 3 […]