Author: Steven Peterson

Miranda Mullings, a writer and editor, has lived with life-threatening nut allergies since birth. Despite the constant risk, she’s never allowed her allergies to stop her from exploring the world. Here’s how she navigates international travel while managing her severe nut allergy, even living part-time in Rome. Living with Severe Nut Allergies Miranda Mullings was diagnosed with a severe nut allergy early in life. According to her family, the allergy became apparent when she was a baby. While crawling at her grandmother’s house, she touched a nut that had fallen on the floor. Almost immediately, Miranda broke out in hives,…

The U.S. State Department has reinstated the visas of ten international students and alumni whose permits were recently revoked. The move follows a shift in policy from the Trump administration, which had previously threatened to cancel the visas of thousands of international students. A spokesperson from the University confirmed the restoration of these visas. This decision comes after legal discussions and motions filed by the Department of Justice (DoJ) to reconsider the revocations. U.S. Visa Restoration Amid Legal Challenges Earlier this month, the federal government had revoked the visas of several international students. Among those affected were ten students and…

Nigeria has reported three deaths linked to Mpox in 2025. The deaths occurred in Abia, Ebonyi, and Rivers states. All three victims were young males with advanced HIV and tuberculosis. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) confirmed that the case fatality rate now stands at 2.2 percent for the year. 723 suspected cases across 35 states As of early May, 723 suspected Mpox cases have been reported across 35 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Out of these, 136 cases have been confirmed in 27 states and the FCT. NCDC Director General, Dr Jide Idris, shared these…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that financial aid from the United States could double this year. This is possible due to a new agreement that includes the creation of a Reconstruction Investment Fund. The subsoil deal signed between Ukraine and the United States is expected to speed up aid originally planned for 2026, making more funds available in 2025. Ukraine May Get 30 Billion Dollars in Aid Earlier According to the agreement, Ukraine is set to receive 15 billion dollars in 2025. Another 15 billion was planned for 2026. However, with the new fund in place, Ukraine could access the…

Marlee Matlin, the Oscar-winning actress and long-time advocate for accessibility, received a prestigious Academy Award of Merit at the Academy’s annual Scientific and Technical Awards ceremony. Held on Tuesday at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the award recognizes individuals and innovations in captioning technology that make films accessible to all audiences. Matlin’s Advocacy for Accessibility in Film Matlin accepted the Oscar statuette for her efforts in advancing captioning technology, which includes both open and closed captioning for film. During her acceptance speech, Matlin expressed hope that the award would raise awareness about the importance of accessibility and serve as…

Gordon Ramsay says being famous means he never gets a break from public attention. The world-famous chef revealed that no matter where he travels, people always recognize him. But he says the attention is even more intense in the United States, where his British accent gives him away instantly. Ramsay shared these thoughts in an interview with The Times. He said, “Fame brings nonstop attention. There’s nowhere in the world where I’m not recognised, but America is a different beast. I can put on a cap and dark glasses in the UK, but over there, the moment you open your…

Xiaomi has officially entered China’s growing artificial intelligence race by launching its first open-source AI model. The model, called MiMo, is designed to work like the human brain. Xiaomi shared performance test results that show MiMo outperforms smaller models from OpenAI and Alibaba. However, these results have not been confirmed by outside sources. The company made the announcement just one day after Alibaba introduced its new AI model. This marks a growing competition among Chinese tech companies. These companies are working fast to keep up with global AI trends and gain support from the Chinese government. MiMo is Xiaomi’s latest…

On Monday, Malaysia told the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that Israel’s actions show a clear aim to remove and destroy the Palestinian population. Speaking at public hearings in The Hague, Malaysian envoy Azalina Othman Said accused Israel of breaking international law and acting against human dignity in Gaza and the West Bank. She also said top Israeli leaders have made public statements that support this claim. Malaysia Speaks Out at the ICJ Malaysia spoke during public hearings at the ICJ, also known as the World Court. The hearings are focused on what Israel’s responsibilities are in the Palestinian territories…

Thailand will replace paper arrival cards with a new digital system starting May 1. This change aims to make travel easier and to improve how the country checks for transnational criminals. Thai immigration officials say the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) will be required for all international travelers arriving by air, sea, or land. Applications must be submitted online at least three days before arrival. New Arrival Card Goes Fully Digital The new TDAC system will begin accepting applications on April 28. It will apply to travelers arriving on or after May 1. This move marks the end of paper-based…

Russia has launched a new wave of intense attacks on cities across Ukraine. These attacks have mainly hit civilian areas, causing many deaths and injuries. The recent strikes include the use of missiles and drones on residential buildings during the night, when people were sleeping. The capital city Kyiv, as well as Kramatorsk, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and areas in Donetsk, have all been targeted. Civilians Live in Fear as Russia Uses Double-Strike Tactics In Kharkiv and other cities, Russia is using a deadly tactic. First, a missile hits a target. Then, when rescue teams arrive, a second strike follows, killing emergency…