July 18, 2025, 3:42 pm EDT
Scientists Discover Potentially the Oldest Rocks on Earth in Canada
Scientists have identified what could be the world's oldest rocks in the Nuvvuagittuq greenstone belt along the coast of Hudson Bay in northeastern Canada. These rocks are at least 4.16 billion years old, about 160 million years earlier than the previously recognized oldest rocks, and are the only known surviving fragments of the Earth's Hadean - eon crust, providing a precious window into the early evolution of the Earth.more
Online pharmaceutical sales in Russia soared by 35.7% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, reaching 139.5 billion rubles, triple the average growth rate of the sector. This marked the first time online drug sales accounted for over 1.15% of the total pharmaceutical market share.more
Kieran Culkin to Play Caesar Flickerman in "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping"
Deadline has reported that Kieran Culkin has been cast as Caesar Flickerman in "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping". This character was previously portrayed by Stanley Tucci in the earlier films of the franchise. Culkin, who has recently won acclaim for his performances, is set to bring a fresh perspective to the iconic role.more
Jodie Foster Stars in "Private Life" – A Thrilling French-Language Debut
Legendary actress Jodie Foster, who recently won a Golden Globe for True Detective, is set to headline Rebecca Zlotowski’s non-competition film Private Life. This marks her first full French-language role, playing a psychiatrist who turns detective after her patient (played by Virginie Efira) disappears under mysterious circumstances.more
French AI Startup Mistral Unveils Powerful Multimodal Model Pixtral 12B
French AI startup Mistral has recently made waves in the tech world with the launch of its first multimodal AI model, Pixtral 12B. This model showcases the great potential of multimodal AI in handling complex tasks, boasting remarkable capabilities in both image and text processing.more
Before Iron Man: Robert Downey Jr.'s Turbulent Journey in Hollywood
Before becoming an iconic figure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Robert Downey Jr. was once a cautionary tale in Hollywood. As the son of counterculture filmmaker Robert Downey Sr., he grew up in an environment filled with art, fame, and indulgence. Making his screen debut at the tender age of five, Downey Jr. was exposed to the world of show business from an early stage.more
Gastronomic Gems: Iconic Dishes from Three American States
Food is not just sustenance; it’s a window into a region’s culture and traditions. Here, we take a flavorful journey through three American states, exploring their most iconic and mouthwatering dishes.more
Switzerland: Small in Size, Mighty in Nobel Achievements
Despite its relatively small population, Switzerland has firmly established itself as a global scientific powerhouse, boasting an impressive 27 Nobel laureates to date. This remarkable accomplishment underscores the nation’s extraordinary ability to nurture world - class talent and drive groundbreaking research, solidifying its reputation as a hub of innovation and academic excellence.more