Africa Is The World's 'Youngest' Region, Asia The 'Oldest'

The world’s population is aging, but not evenly. While some regions are growing older at an alarming pace, others remain remarkably young. In this graphic, Visual Capitalist's Marcus Lu maps the median age in every country, showing where...

Europe striving for independence from Chinese critical raw materials, von der Leyen says

BERLIN European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Saturday that Europe has to strive for independence from Chinese critical raw materials by looking for alternative resources from other countries. “In recent weeks and months, China...

Silversea unveils largest voyage collection for 2027-2028

Silversea has revealed its largest-ever voyage collection for summer 2027 and winter 2027-2028, scheduled to depart between February 2027 and May 2028. The collection includes 414 voyages on 12 ships to over 600 destinations in more than 100...

Stack’s Bowers Galleries Offers Scandinavian Paper Money Rarities Certified by PMG

By Paper Money Grading and Certified Collectibles Group An extremely rare Danish West Indies note from the 18th century that has been certified by Paper Money Guaranty® (PMG®) and is pedigreed to the L. E. Bruun Collection is turning heads in an...

Antarctica’s ice melting faster than expected: Scientists

Antarctica’s frozen stability is showing signs of unraveling under the pressure of global warming, with scientists observing increased surface melting, glacier acceleration and shrinking sea ice similar to trends seen in Greenland, according to...

The 10th Lujiazui Coffee Culture Festival is Here!

As the autumn breeze sweeps through Shanghai, Lujiazui Central Greenland transforms into a paradise for coffee lovers. From October 22 to 26, the highly anticipated 10th Lujiazui Coffee Culture Festival returns, marking a significant milestone...

How To Make The Most Of A Faroe Islands Cruise Port Call

Kirkjubøur is home to a historic wooden farmhouse, cathedral ruins and the St. Olav Church. David Nikel Cruises to Iceland, Greenland or even Norway sometimes include a day in the Faroe Islands to break up long stretches at sea, yet those few...

The Arctic Council requires reform, not a funeral: Commentary

By Marisol Maddox, Julia Nesheiwat October 15, 2025 218 It is dismaying to hear a prominent voice in Arctic academia perpetuate two falsehoods: One, that “America doesn’t need the Arctic Council,” and two, that the Arctic Council is “finished.” It...

'Everything’s a Game of 3D Chess': The Real Reason Behind U.S. Ties to Argentina

The U.S. is tightening ties with Argentina, and that’s raising eyebrows across farm country. From a $20 billion bailout to plans to import Argentine beef, farmers and ranchers say the growing alliance feels like it’s coming at the expense of U.S....

Submarine Partnership Pitched By Germany And Norway To Canada

The TWZ Newsletter Weekly insights and analysis on the latest developments in military technology, strategy, and foreign policy. Germany is offering for Canada to join its Type 212CD submarine program, alongside Norway, as part of a broader...

China, US Rare Earths Tensions Ramp Up Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting

China has accused the US of “seriously distorting and exaggerating” Beijing’s newly expanded rare earths export controls, but signaled a willingness to hold talks before an expected meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President...

Watchdog report says American e-waste is causing a 'hidden tsunami' in Southeast Asia

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Ancient Warnings About The Collapse Of Our Climate Humans Have Ignored

For millennia, ancient civilizations have left us clues about the importance of living in harmony with nature. Despite the warnings etched in stone tablets, whispered through sacred texts, and painted in vibrant colors on cave walls, we’ve often...

Yes to sanctions, no to Putin meeting, maybe to Tomahawks. ‘Not bad,’ says Zelensky

ZELENSKY: ‘MAYBE TOMORROW, WE WILL HAVE TOMAHAWKS’: In a press conference following a meeting of EU ambassadors in Brussels Thursday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was feeling as upbeat as possible, considering there are no signs of a...

Blackboxstocks Inc. Announces its Merger Target REalloys inks LOI for a 10-Year Offtake Agreement for 15% of Tanbreez Production with Critical Metals Corp. to Strengthen North American Rare Earth Independence

The LOI is for a 10-year off-take agreement, which plans to provide REalloys with long-term heavy rare earth feedstock from Critical Metals Corp.'s (NASDAQ: CRML) Tanbreez Project in Greenland, one of the world's most significant deposits....

Read excerpts from Reagan’s 1987 speech on tariffs

By Aaron Blake, Alex Leeds Matthews, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump canceled trade talks with Canada on Thursday, citing a recent ad released by the government of Canada’s Ontario province that quoted former President Ronald Reagan’s 1987...

Seabourn Highlights After-Dark Experiences for 2026

Seabourn is shining a spotlight on noctourism—the travel trend of exploring destinations after dark—as the line prepares for its 2026 sailing season. From witnessing the Northern Lights in the Arctic to attending a concert among the ruins of...

America’s Millionaires and Billionaires vs. Other Top Countries

Mapped: Financing Risk by Country in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Most countries (90)...

A potentially significant autumn rainy weather pattern is ahead for Europe as November approaches

Thanks to an intense storm Benjamin moving into Western Europe, it has been quite a week across parts of Europe, ejecting the active frontal system towards the Alps on Thursday. As we head into the final week of October, the dipole weather pattern...

Take a 'stormcation' in the dramatic Faroe Islands, where James Bond died

KALSOY ISLAND, Faroe Islands -- The tiny Faroe Islands in the north Atlantic could be a poor choice for travelers with vertigo, seasickness or a fear of enclosed spaces. There are crumbling cliffs, sudden gale-force winds and hillsides so steep...