Author: Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in Chicago, USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Over the years, he has contributed to leading outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Recognized for his sharp reporting and thoughtful analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers updated on key national and global developments.
Scientists have discovered that northern resident killer whales and Pacific white-sided dolphins are cooperating to hunt salmon off British Columbia — a partnership never documented before. Using drones, underwater cameras and acoustic tags, researchers observed dolphins leading the chase, acting like scouts that locate fast-moving Chinook salmon. The orcas followed closely behind, caught the fish, and then tolerated the dolphins scavenging leftovers — a surprising lack of aggression for a species known to guard its prey. Recordings revealed alternating echolocation clicks from both animals during deep dives, suggesting they may even be listening to each other to widen their ability…
Humans have been ranked 7th out of 35 mammals for monogamy in a Cambridge University study. By analysing genetic data to compare how many siblings shared both parents, researchers found humans have 66% full siblings, placing us among the more monogamous species. Ahead of us were animals like Eurasian beavers and moustached tamarins, while we ranked above meerkats and gibbons. At the bottom were chimpanzees, dolphins and mountain gorillas, which showed extremely low full-sibling rates, reflecting far more promiscuous mating systems. Scientists say human monogamy is unusual compared with other primates and may have evolved alongside paternal involvement in offspring…
Health authorities in England have identified a newly evolved mpox variant after a person recently returned from Asia tested positive for the virus. Genomic sequencing revealed that the strain is a recombinant form, combining features of two circulating clades: clade 1, known for more severe disease, and clade 2, the less virulent type responsible for the 2022 global outbreak. The UK Health Security Agency stressed that further investigation is under way to determine whether the new strain poses any increased risk, but emphasised that viruses naturally evolve over time. Officials urged those eligible to get vaccinated as a precaution. Mpox,…
Crystal Palace climbed into the Premier League’s top four after Marc Guéhi scored a late winning header to snatch a 2-1 victory away at Fulham. The centre-back rose at the near post to meet a corner in the closing stages, completing a hard-fought performance and continuing Palace’s strong form under Oliver Glasner. Eddie Nketiah opened the scoring for Palace with a crisp finish on his first league start of the season, before Fulham equalised through a stunning outside-of-the-boot strike from Harry Wilson. Both teams pushed for a winner, but Palace remained resilient despite heavy fixture congestion and the absence of…
Far from Nepal’s famous Himalayan trails and busy Kathmandu streets lies the Terai lowlands — a warm, vibrant region rich in culture, wildlife, national parks, and traditional village life. Home to the indigenous Tharu people, the Terai offers an entirely different side of Nepal, where hospitality is so deeply valued that locals say, “Atithi Devo Bhava” – the guest is god. In the village of Bhada, near the Indian border, travellers can stay with families through Nepal’s Community Homestay Network, which allows visitors to live alongside locals while supporting the community directly. Here, guests take part in daily life —…
Max Verstappen will start from pole for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, setting up a dramatic final showdown for the 2025 championship. Lando Norris lines up second and Oscar Piastri third, leaving all three contenders still in the title fight. Norris remains in control, leading the standings by 12 points over Verstappen and 16 over Piastri. A podium finish, or simply finishing ahead of both rivals, will make him world champion. Verstappen must win and hope Norris finishes off the podium, while Piastri needs victory and for Norris to place sixth or lower. Verstappen set the fastest lap with a…
A new study has detected widespread contamination of cereal-based foods across Europe with trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a toxic “forever chemical” that forms when pesticides containing PFAS break down in soil. According to Pesticide Action Network Europe (PAN), TFA levels in breakfast cereals were on average 100 times higher than those found in tap water, making them the most contaminated product tested. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have been used in industry and consumer goods since the 1950s and are known for their extreme persistence, remaining in the environment for centuries. TFA, one of their breakdown products, is reprotoxic—linked to risks…
Former Newcastle, West Ham and Portsmouth goalkeeper Shaka Hislop has revealed he is being treated for prostate cancer that has spread to his pelvic bone. In an Instagram video, the 56-year-old explained that an elevated PSA reading during a routine check-up 18 months ago led to scans and a biopsy confirming an aggressive form of the disease. He underwent prostate removal surgery last December, but six months later tests showed the cancer had returned and spread, leading to medication and a seven-and-a-half-week course of radiation therapy. Hislop stressed the importance of early testing, particularly for men over 50 and for…
A new survey by the Migraine Trust shows that people from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK are more likely to receive poorer migraine care and to fear discrimination. Migraines affect about one in seven people in the country. Among 2,200 respondents, 23% of mixed-ethnicity, 19% of Asian, and 16% of Black participants said their ethnicity had negatively affected their care, compared with just 7% of white respondents. Black respondents were also more likely to fear discrimination or career impacts due to migraines. Many reported being dismissed or misdiagnosed, with stereotypes—such as assumptions about pain tolerance—affecting treatment. The charity says…
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal’s improved squad depth will help them cope after confirming Kai Havertz will be out for a few more weeks. The Germany forward, sidelined since August following knee surgery, suffered a setback when he tried to increase the intensity of his rehabilitation. Arteta must now choose whether to continue with Mikel Merino as a makeshift striker for Wednesday’s match against Brentford or recall Viktor Gyökeres, who returned from a muscle injury at Chelsea. Gabriel Jesus is also nearing a comeback after 11 months out. William Saliba and Leandro Trossard remain fitness doubts, meaning summer signings Cristhian Mosquera…
