Author: Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
Researchers confirmed Yersinia pestis, the Black Death bacterium, caused the Justinian Plague 1,500 years ago. They located its epicentre for the first time, solving a centuries-old mystery about the world’s first recorded pandemic. Evidence Found in Ancient Jerash Researchers discovered Yersinia pestis DNA in teeth from a mass grave beneath Roman ruins in Jerash, Jordan. The findings provided the first direct biological proof linking the bacterium to the Justinian Plague. Lead author Rays HY Jiang said scientists had only relied on written accounts until now. He explained the results gave the missing genetic evidence of how the pandemic spread through…
Russia sent 142 attack and decoy drones into Ukraine overnight, Ukraine’s Air Force reported on Telegram. Explosions struck Kherson, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipro during the assault. Ukrainian troops intercepted 126 drones, but 16 drones hit 10 locations. Kherson Hit Hard by Drone Strikes Authorities in Kherson confirmed two deaths and 14 injuries after drones damaged houses, schools, a hospital, and vehicles. The city also lost administrative buildings and a gas station to drone attacks. Odesa Infrastructure Severely Damaged Chornomorsk suffered the most damage in Odesa, and at least one person was injured, media reported. Governor Oleg Kiper said energy infrastructure…
The Israeli army launched a major offensive Friday and labelled Gaza City a combat zone.International organisations and aid groups condemned the attack immediately.Health officials reported 63,025 Palestinians dead, including 59 in the last 24 hours.Churches and aid groups pledged to stay in Gaza City to help displaced residents.Israel said Hamas leaders hide in Gaza City and operate an active tunnel network.Smoke and explosions spread across southern Israel as the assault continued.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Israel must destroy Hamas to prevent another October 7 attack. Civilians Struggle Amid Renewed Fighting Gaza residents said international criticism did not stop Israel’s military…
A 14-year-old boy admitted deliberately igniting wildfires in Portugal using matches and a scooter.Police suspect he caused blazes in Seidões, Ardegão, and Arnozela.He told officers he acted out of frustration over poor school results and social difficulties.Authorities have not ruled out the boy acting with others, the Polícia Judiciária said. Authorities Launch Investigation Police launched probes after repeated wildfires struck the same areas during summer.Officials said these parishes faced near-daily destruction, alarming residents and burning several hectares of forest.Braga Judicial Police completed their inquiry and handed the case to the Public Prosecutor’s Office.The Family and Children’s Court will now handle…
Experts link rising temperatures and reduced rainfall to worsening forest fires across Europe.The 2025 wildfire season has already destroyed record amounts of land.Fires have consumed over one million hectares in the EU, larger than Corsica, four times last year’s total. Fire Statistics Across the Continent Authorities declared more than 1,800 forest fires, releasing over 38 million tonnes of CO₂.Only the Czech Republic, Estonia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, and Malta reported no fires.Italy and Romania recorded over 450 blazes each, topping the list.Cyprus suffered extreme damage from just three fires.Since January, Spain lost more than 400,000 hectares, Portugal over 260,000 hectares—3% of Portugal…
Gunfire erupted Wednesday at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis during morning mass.The shooter fired through church windows with a rifle, also carrying a shotgun and pistol.Police confirmed two children, ages eight and ten, died and 17 others suffered injuries.Authorities contained the shooter, who killed himself, leaving no ongoing threat to the public. Officials Condemn Attack Police chief Brian O’Hara called the shooting “sheer cruelty and cowardice” during a press briefing.Governor Tim Walz labeled the attack “horrific” and prayed for students and teachers.Children’s Minnesota admitted five victims, and Hennepin Healthcare treated additional patients from the shooting.President Donald Trump said federal officials…
The European Commission approved a twice-yearly injection to prevent HIV across the European Union.Gilead confirmed regulators recommended the medicine last month.Lenacapavir, marketed as Yeytuo, will also be available in Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. Lenacapavir Prevents HIV Spread Lenacapavir acts as pre-exposure prophylaxis, blocking HIV replication and spread in the body.The injection protects both adults and adolescents from infection.Clinical trials demonstrated 100 percent effectiveness, earning praise as a major 2024 medical breakthrough.Yeytuo eliminates the need for daily PrEP pills, offering the first twice-yearly option in Europe. Rising Infections Highlight Need HIV cases in the EU, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein rose 11.8…
Thousands of students tried to reach Indonesia’s Parliament in Jakarta on Monday to protest lawmakers’ housing benefits.Riot police fired tear gas to stop protesters from approaching the compound.Demonstrators threw rocks and bottles at officers and set fires under a flyover near Parliament.Authorities blocked streets and toll roads leading to the building, creating massive traffic congestion.More than 1,200 security personnel guarded the Parliament compound during the unrest. Outrage Over Housing Allowances Reports revealed 580 House of Representatives members receive 50 million rupiah (€2,637) per month since September 2024.Protesters said the benefits are unjust while most citizens face economic hardship.The housing allowance…
SpaceX launched the CRS-33 mission to the International Space Station from Cape Canaveral on Sunday.The launch marked the 50th Dragon spacecraft visit since its first resupply demonstration in May 2012.After stage separation, the Falcon 9 first stage landed on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas in the Atlantic.SpaceX expects the Dragon to dock autonomously with the ISS on Monday after roughly 28 hours in orbit. Mission Delivers Supplies and Supports Science The CRS-33 carries 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) of food, equipment, and experiments for astronauts onboard.Officials emphasized the mission advances critical research for future human space exploration.Crew members will conduct…
The government must legally provide housing for asylum-seekers. Before 2020, using hotels caused little public attention. Rising asylum-seeker numbers in 2020 forced the Conservative government to find new housing solutions quickly. Asylum-seeker arrivals have surged: over 27,000 people arrived this year, nearly 50% more than last year. The government housed just over 32,000 asylum-seekers in hotels by June, up from 29,500 a year earlier. Hotel numbers remain below the September 2023 peak of more than 56,000 people. Between July 2024 and June 2025, 111,084 people applied for asylum, the highest yearly total since 2001. In May, the National Audit Office…