A plain-language explainer on the proposed US-Iran agreement covers the Strait of Hormuz reopening Iran’s nuclear future sanctions and what hawks in both countries object to.
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Why the Ebola Bundibugyo Variant Is Especially Dangerous and Harder to Stop
Science writers explain why the Bundibugyo species of Ebola has no approved vaccine or specific treatment and what makes the current outbreak unusually difficult to contain.
Garden Grove Chemical Crisis: The Science Behind Why Methyl Methacrylate Is So Dangerous
An explainer details why methyl methacrylate is classified as highly toxic and flammable and how thermal runaway can turn a chemical storage tank into an explosive device.
Should You Add Bananas to Your Smoothie? New Research Says Think Twice
Food science writers report on a new study showing bananas dramatically reduce flavanol absorption from berries in smoothies and offer tips for maximising nutritional benefit.
How India’s Economy Is Being Hit by the Iran War: What Ordinary Indians Need to Know
A blog post explains the connection between the US-Iran conflict high global oil prices and the impact on Indian fuel costs gold prices and the value of the rupee.
The 2026 Cannes Palme d’Or: What Fjord Says About Romanian Cinema’s Enduring Power
Film critics reflect on Cristian Mungiu’s second Palme d’Or victory and what Fjord reveals about the ongoing global prestige of Romanian New Wave cinema.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Why Sangakkara’s Praise Matters and What It Means for India Cricket’s Future
Cricket writers dissect why Kumar Sangakkara’s lavish praise for teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi represents a real endorsement from one of the game’s greatest.
Fact-Checking in the Age of AI: How Social Media Platforms Are Fighting Viral Misinformation
An opinion piece examines how platforms like Meta are adapting their fact-checking programmes to AI-generated misinformation and whether current approaches are working.
Is India’s Digital Payment Revolution Creating New Cybercrime Vulnerabilities
An opinion piece examines the trade-off between India’s booming UPI ecosystem and the surge in digital fraud targeting users
Bee Population Decline Could Devastate Global Food Systems in Ways We’re Not Ready For
A nature commentator emphasises that the global decline of bee populations threatens agriculture and biodiversity at scale