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Salt Unlocks Nanotube Tech for Electronics

In a significant breakthrough for advanced materials science, an international research team has successfully created stable and predictable niobium sulfide metallic nanotubes for the first time, surprisingly enabled by the addition of ordinary table salt. This innovative development holds immense promise for revolutionizing high-tech sectors, potentially leading to faster electronics, highly efficient superconductor wires, and paving the way for future quantum computers.

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Neanderthals, Humans Shared Kisses: Study

A groundbreaking new study from the University of Oxford suggests that Neanderthals and early modern humans likely engaged in kissing, offering a fascinating glimpse into their intimate interactions. Published in *Evolution and Human Behavior*, this intriguing conclusion is drawn from an analysis of kissing's evolutionary origins across primates and the discovery of shared mouth microbes between the two hominin species, adding a "romantic spin" to our understanding of their complex relationship.

Ethiopia Confirms 3 Marburg Virus Deaths

Ethiopia has officially confirmed three deaths from the Marburg virus in its southern Omo region, triggering a regional health alert as authorities race to contain the deadly hemorrhagic disease. With over 100 contacts isolated and monitored, neighboring South Sudan is also on high alert to prevent the spread of this highly fatal virus, which is related to Ebola.

NVIDIA Q3 Earnings to Reveal AI Insights

NVIDIA is scheduled to announce its highly anticipated third-quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results today, November 19, 2025, with analysts projecting robust revenue between $54.8 billion and $55.4 billion and earnings per share around $1.25, reflecting significant year-over-year growth. Despite these optimistic forecasts, market sentiment is cautious due to "priced for perfection" anxiety and "AI bubble" concerns, making the report a critical barometer for the entire artificial intelligence industry and potentially leading to significant stock volatility.

UN Approves US-Backed Gaza Force

The United Nations Security Council has officially approved a U.S.-backed international stabilization force for the Gaza Strip, primarily tasked with disarming Hamas and other armed Palestinian groups to bring long-term security to the region. While the resolution passed with 13 votes, China and Russia abstained due to concerns, and Hamas swiftly rejected the initiative, denouncing it as an "international trusteeship" that infringes on their "right to resistance.

Indian Pilgrims Die in Saudi Bus Crash

A tragic bus accident near Medina, Saudi Arabia, on November 17, 2025, claimed the lives of 45 Indian Umrah pilgrims, predominantly from Telangana, after their bus collided with a diesel tanker and erupted in flames. The Indian Consulate in Jeddah is providing assistance, while the Telangana government announced ex-gratia payments for the victims, leaving only one survivor from the horrific incident.

NASA, Blue Origin Launch Dual Mars Mission

NASA's ESCAPADE mission, launched on November 13, 2025, aboard a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket, will send two probes to Mars to study its magnetic environment and atmospheric loss, providing crucial data for future human exploration. This innovative mission employs a "launch-and-loiter" trajectory via the Earth-Sun L2 Lagrange point, revolutionizing future interplanetary travel with more flexible launch windows.

PH Repatriates 346 from Myanmar Scams

In a significant operation, the Philippine government successfully repatriated 346 Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) on November 12, 2025, who were victims of human trafficking and forced labor in online scam hubs located in Myanmar. This marks the largest single batch of repatriates from Myanmar to date, underscoring the nation's unwavering commitment to combating transnational crime and protecting its vulnerable citizens abroad.

Delhi Car Bomb: Terror Probe Launched

A devastating car explosion near Delhi's iconic Red Fort on November 10, 2025, tragically killed at least 13 people and injured over 20, leading the Union Cabinet to officially declare it a "heinous terror incident." The National Investigation Agency is now probing the attack, identifying Dr. Umar Mohammad as the driver of the exploded vehicle and exploring potential links to a recently dismantled "white-collar terror module.

Epstein Emails Link Trump to Misconduct

Recently released emails from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, made public by House Democrats, allege that Donald Trump was aware of Epstein's illicit activities, directly contradicting Trump's repeated denials. These revelations are intensifying scrutiny on the connections between Epstein and prominent figures, with Trump and the White House dismissing the claims as a "distraction" and a "hoax.

CO2 Emissions Soar, 1.5°C Limit Fails

Global carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels are projected to hit an unprecedented high in 2025, severely jeopardizing the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C warming limit, which is now considered "virtually exhausted." This alarming increase, largely driven by surging energy demand from power-intensive data centers, highlights the urgent need for more aggressive climate action despite the expansion of renewable energy sources.

House Ends Record 43-Day US Shutdown

The U.S. House of Representatives successfully passed a critical bipartisan funding package, bringing an end to the nation's unprecedented 43-day government shutdown that had furloughed hundreds of thousands of federal employees. Now heading to President Trump's desk for an expected signature, this legislative action will officially reopen the federal government, provide backpay for affected workers, and offer a temporary reprieve from the fiscal impasse until January 30, 2026.

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Salt Unlocks Nanotube Tech for Electronics