New Sustainability Fee and Updates to Aruba Online ED-Card for Travelers The Aruba Department of Immigration and AWSS (Aruba Web Services System) have introduced changes to the Aruba Online ED-Card process, including the implementation of a Sustainability Fee for...
Aruba-Venezuela Border to Remain Closed Until April 23, 2025
The border between Aruba and Venezuela, which has been closed since 2019, will remain shut for up to four more months, with a potential reopening no later than April 23, 2025. The prolonged closure stems from ongoing political disputes and logistical preparations to...
Trump Threatens 100% Tariff on BRICS Nations Over Potential New Currency
Washington, D.C. – December 1, 2024 — In a move that could ignite a global economic standoff, President-elect Donald Trump announced that his administration will impose a 100% tariff on imports from BRICS nations if they proceed with plans to introduce a new currency...
Syrian and Russian Forces Intensify Strikes as Rebels Seize Key Territories in Aleppo and Idlib
Aleppo, Syria — Syrian and Russian jets have ramped up airstrikes across northwestern Syria after a major offensive by rebel forces resulted in significant territorial gains in Aleppo and Idlib provinces. The rebel alliance, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has...
Former My Chemical Romance Drummer Bob Bryar Dies at 44
Bob Bryar, former drummer for iconic rock band My Chemical Romance (MCR), has died at the age of 44. He was found in his Tennessee home on November 26, 2024. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Bryar, known for his dynamic drumming, joined MCR in 2004 during...
Ryan Garcia Challenges Jake Paul: “Give the People What They Want”
Ryan Garcia has set his sights on Jake Paul, vowing to end the social media star’s boxing career in what could become one of 2025’s most talked-about fights. During an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, Garcia explained his motivations, calling out Paul for “trying...
Canada, Mexico, and China Push Back Against Trump’s Tariff Threats
Leaders from Canada, Mexico, and China have strongly criticized U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's recent pledge to impose sweeping tariffs on goods from America's top trading partners. The proposed tariffs—25% on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% on imports...
MethaneSAT Exposes Massive Leaks of Planet-Warming Methane Gas
A new satellite, MethaneSAT, is revolutionizing efforts to detect methane leaks from oil and gas operations worldwide. Methane, a potent greenhouse gas that traps 80 times more heat than carbon dioxide over its first 20 years in the atmosphere, is being emitted at...
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Navy Partner on Experimental Dredging at Michigan Harbor
In a collaborative effort this fall, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Detroit District, the Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), and the U.S. Navy removed over 25,000 cubic yards of material from Little Lake Harbor in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula....
The Beauty of Collagen: Unveiling Its Benefits for Skin, Hair, and Nails
Collagen, the most abundant protein in the human body, serves as a fundamental building block for skin, hair, nails, and connective tissues. Its structural role is crucial in maintaining skin elasticity, hair strength, and nail integrity. As we age, natural collagen...