- Centerstage Events

Scientists in Brazil discovering high levels of cocaine in the muscles and livers of 13 sharpnose sharks near Rio de Janeiro takes the centerstage among all global events which has happened over this week.
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Centerstage events of week 4

Myanmar’s acting president, Myint Swe, takes medical leave, transferring his duties to…

Myanmar’s acting president, Myint Swe, takes medical leave, transferring his duties to military chief Min Aung Hlaing, according to the army. The announcement on state-run MRTV says Min Aung Hlaing is authorized to handle National Defence and Security Council matters during Myint Swe’s absence. Myint Swe, 73, is suffering from health issues, including psychomotor retardation and malnutrition. He was previously vice president under Aung San Suu Kyi’s government and became acting president after the 2021 military coup.

Sunday, 21 July, 2024

Scientists in Brazil have discovered high levels of cocaine in the muscles and livers of…

Scientists in Brazil have discovered high levels of cocaine in the muscles and livers of 13 sharpnose sharks near Rio de Janeiro. The cocaine concentrations in these sharks are 100 times higher than in other marine animals previously studied. The source is believed to be illegal drug labs or excrement from drug users. All the female sharks in the study were pregnant, but the effects on their unborn young are unknown. Further research is needed.

Monday, 22 July, 2024

Researchers from the Scottish Association for Marine Science have discovered that…

Researchers from the Scottish Association for Marine Science have discovered that metals on the seafloor can produce oxygen in darkness, challenging the belief that all oxygen on Earth comes from sunlight-driven photosynthesis. They believe electrically charged minerals called polymetallic nodules may split seawater into hydrogen and oxygen through seawater electrolysis. Tests both on the seafloor and in labs showed increased oxygen levels near these nodules, suggesting an alternative oxygen source.

Tuesday, 23 July, 2024

Fitch downgrades Ukraine's credit rating to "C" from "CC," pushing it further into…

Fitch downgrades Ukraine's credit rating to "C" from "CC," pushing it further into default territory. This decision follows Ukraine's recent in-principle agreement with creditors to restructure $20 billion in international bonds. The downgrade reflects the increased risk of default as the country negotiates new terms for its debt amid ongoing financial challenges.

Wednesday, 24 July, 2024

For the first time, the Olympic Summer Games Opening Ceremony will not be held…

For the first time, the Olympic Summer Games Opening Ceremony will not be held in a stadium. Instead, Paris 2024 will host the ceremony on the Seine River. Athletes will parade on boats along a 6-kilometer route through Paris, ending at the Trocadéro. The event will be open to many spectators with giant screens and speakers throughout the city. This historic ceremony focuses on athletes and breaks from tradition.

Thursday, 25 July, 2024

The Appian Way, Rome's first highway built in 312 BC, has been added to…

The Appian Way, Rome's first highway built in 312 BC, has been added to UNESCO's World Heritage list, becoming Italy's 60th site recognized by the UN. Known as the Queen of Roads, this ancient route was vital for military and trade purposes, connecting Rome to southeastern Italy. The Appian Way is a significant example of Roman engineering and continues to be a major tourist attraction in Rome.

Friday, 26 July, 2024

Malaysia has applied to join BRICS, a group of emerging economies…

Malaysia has applied to join BRICS, a group of emerging economies, as confirmed by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during his meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Anwar highlighted the potential benefits of BRICS membership for Malaysia and emphasized strengthening bilateral cooperation in various fields, including trade, defense, and education. Both leaders also discussed the Palestine situation, calling for a cease-fire and humanitarian relief, and reiterated the importance of dialogue in resolving the Ukraine conflict.

Saturday, 27 July, 2024