France no longer hostile nation? After Macron snubs Trump, Iran allows ship to pass Hormuz

A French-owned container ship crossed the Strait of Hormuz, a possible sign that Iran may no longer view France as a hostile nation after President Emmanuel Macron criticised US President Donald Trump’s stance on the conflict.The Malta-flagged Kribi, owned by French shipping group CMA CGM, crossed the strategic waterway on April 2, according to MarineTraffic…

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‘England’s top female chess player’: Rishi Sunak hails Indian-origin Bodhana Sivanandan | World News

British politician and former Prime Minister of UK, Rishi Sunak took to X on April 3, 2026, to congratulate Bodhana Sivanandan, an Indian-origin 11-year-old. Sivanandan who belongs to Harrow, became England’s top female chess player recently.“Huge congratulations to Bodhana Sivanandan on becoming England’s top female chess player at just 11 years old.” he wrote. “We…

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Japan-led mission uncovers asteroid with all 5 ‘letters’ of DNA, breakthrough for understanding life’s origins |

Researchers detected the building blocks of DNA in samples collected from asteroid Ryugu/ (Image credit: JAXA, University of Tokyo) A detailed analysis of samples returned from the asteroid Ryugu has revealed the presence of all five canonical “letters” of DNA and RNA, a finding scientists say strengthens the case that the basic ingredients for life…

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Myanmar army chief Min Aung Hlaing elected as President

Min Aung Hlaing has been elected president of Myanmar after winning a parliamentary vote dominated by pro-military lawmakers, formalising his control over the country five years after leading a coup against an elected government.The 69-year-old general secured the presidency following a vote in a parliament largely controlled by the military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party…

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Quote of the day by Neil Armstrong: “I think we’re going to the moon because it’s in the nature of the human being to face challenges. We’re required to do these things just as salmon swim upstream.” |

Quote of the day by Neil Armstrong (Image source: Wikipedia) There is a clear pattern in human history. People don’t always pick the easiest way. Instead, they often move toward challenges, even when the risks are high and the results are unknown. When we think about space exploration, this idea becomes even clearer. Neil Armstrong,…

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‘Complete annihilation of Microsoft, Nvidia … ‘: Iran warns US after Trump threatens to strike bridges, power plants

A day after reportedly hitting an Amazon facility in Bahrain, Iran on Friday warned that all ICT companies in the region remiained a target“Should the US proceed with its threats concerning Iran’s power plant facilities, the following retaliatory measures shall be promptly enacted. All power plants, energy infrastructure, and information and communication technology of the…

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