Record May highs sweep across France as extreme heat hits western Europe Mercury in Spain also climbs to well above normal with weather event set to continue for several more days The Guardian - UK · May 25
In Sudan's war economy, gold keeps flowing as miners risk mercury and collapse Miners in northern Sudan search for gold using metal detectors and digging tools AAP · May 25
In Sudan’s war economy, gold keeps flowing as miners risk mercury and collapse Miners in northern Sudan search for gold using metal detectors and digging tools The Independent UK · May 25
Maharashtra's Brahmapuri hottest in country at 47.2 degrees, heatwave to persist: IMD Scorching heat gripped many Indian states on Sunday. Brahmapuri in Maharashtra recorded the highest temperature at 47.2 degrees Celsius. Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab also experienced severe heatwave conditions. While some relief is forecast from May 29, heatwave conditions are expected to persist in Central and Northwest India… The Economic Times · May 24
Enjoy your life, but pick your friends wisely – D-Day veteran on 100th birthday George Spencer served with the Royal Navy during the Second World War and now lives in Northern Ireland. Evening Standard · May 24
D-Day veteran shares poignant advice on 100th birthday: ‘Enjoy all sorts of things but pick friends wisely’ George Spencer served with the Royal Navy during the Second World War and now lives in Northern Ireland The Independent UK · May 24
What links Flamingo, Mercury Fountain and Trois Disques? The Saturday quiz From As Nasty As They Wanna Be to Saltburn and The Full Wax, test your knowledge with the Saturday quiz The Guardian - UK · May 23
Planet Parade this weekend: How to see Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury shine together after sunset Planetary alignments continue to capture public fascination because they make astronomy feel approachable and easy to experience. Unlike distant deep-space events that require telescopes or specialized equipment, bright planets can often be spotted with the naked eye from suburban backyards, rooftops and public parks. The Economic Times · May 22
I almost found my dream keyboard in the GravaStar Mercury V60 Pro, if it weren't for three finicky details I'm absolutely in love with the acoustics and typing experience on this 60% keyboard, though a few small things hold it back from being perfect. Tom’s Guide · May 22
Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad temperature update: IMD issues orange alert for capital and NCR region, mercury to touch 44 degrees Delhi temperature today: Delhi is bracing for a scorching week as temperatures are predicted to hit 44°C, with an orange alert issued. Heatwave conditions are expected to persist for seven days due to dry northwesterly winds. Noida and Ghaziabad also face similar intense heat. Meanwhile, Banda in Uttar Pradesh recorded… The Economic Times · May 22
Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon wins big at Ivor Novello awards Musician wins rising star and best song musically and lyrically, continuing their success after Brit award win and Mercury prize nomination The Guardian - UK · May 21
WNBA Rookie Watch: Remember Jovana Nogić and Pauline Astier’s Names The international players are two of the WNBA’s most pleasant surprises early in the season. Sports Illustrated · May 21
Lead and Mercury Toxicity Driving Heavy Metal Bioaccumulation, Oxidative Stress, and Chronic Organ Damage Learn how lead and mercury cause heavy metal bioaccumulation, triggering oxidative stress and chronic organ damage, along with key health risks and prevention tips. Medical Daily · May 21
The moon shines with a swarm of stars tonight as Jupiter, Venus and Mercury line up nearby The moon glows with the Beehive Cluster on May 21, as a trio of planets form up in the evening sky. Space · May 20
Sports Illustrated · May 19 WNBA Power Rankings: Can Sky Maintain Hot Start Without Rickea Jackson? Chicago’s new-look roster has jelled pretty quickly, but now must contend with losing its top contributor.
MyLifeXP · May 18 Why Even the Gods Were Shocked by Budh’s Voice There are many mysterious stories in Hindu mythology. But very few are as shocking as the birth of Budh. This was not an ordinary birth. It was a moment that shook the entire Devlok. A wife caught between love and duty. A furious husband demanding the truth.And an unborn child…
Sports Illustrated · May 15 Biggest Surprises and Overreactions From the First Week of the WNBA Season Now a week into the season, it’s time for some way-too-early takes and to look at some of the best moments so far.
Sports Illustrated · May 14 WNBA Rookie Watch: Takeaways From Olivia Miles, Azzi Fudd and Flau’jae Johnson’s Debuts With the first week of WNBA action behind us, here’s a look at how the league’s newest faces have started out. Is it too early to crown a Rookie of the Year?
PC Gamer · May 14 AMD now owns 38.1% of the overall x86 CPU market according to new research but actually lost ground in desktop PCs The CPU market giveth, and the CPU market taketh away...
Tom’s Hardware · May 14 AMD reaches 46% of server x86 CPU revenue — Intel still controls 70% of the consumer PC market share AMD now commands 38.1% of total x86 CPU revenue share, skyrockets past 46.2% x86 server CPU market share, according to Mercury Research.
Sports Illustrated · May 12 WNBA Power Rankings: Liberty, Wings Start Strong in Opening Weekend Dallas showed off its new offense, while New York found players to step up big with some of its stars out.
Sports Illustrated · May 5 WNBA Preseason Power Rankings: Can the Aces Run It Back? The reigning champs are still the team to beat, but a chaotic free-agency period has shuffled things around the league.
The Independent UK · May 5 Gold rush fuels Amazon deforestation and mercury poisoning in Brazil’s protected areas Gold prices have surged in recent years, sparking a mining rush in the Amazon that accelerates deforestation and mercury contamination
PC Gamer · May 5 How to tame the Iron Eagle in Crimson Desert Discover where to recruit this clockwork bird.
Space · May 4 James Webb Space Telescope directly studies an exoplanet's surface for the 1st time: 'We see a dark, hot, barren rock' Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have directly analyzed the surface of a distant super-Earth, revealing a dark, airless, Mercury-like world.