Oklahoma and Texas face enhanced tornado risk with meteorologists warning of "favorable environment" for strong tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds through the weekend.
Discover why astronauts can't actually see the Great Wall of China from space with the naked eye, debunking this persistent geographical myth with scientific evidence and firsthand accounts.
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China's claims on Korean culture spark controversy as Jilin Province adds dolsot bibimbap to its heritage list, part of a broader strategy to incorporate Korean minorities into Chinese identity.
South Korea braces for historic snap presidential election on June 3, 2025, following President Yoon's unprecedented removal, with opposition leader Lee Jae-myung emerging as early frontrunner.
China dominates the global EV market with 38.2% growth in 2024, selling 11.2 million electric vehicles and claiming 62% of worldwide sales while Western markets struggle to keep pace.
Federal judge finds Trump administration in contempt over El Salvador deportations, citing "willful disregard" for judicial orders in a rare rebuke highlighting constitutional tensions.
IRS expands Direct File to 25 states, offering free federal tax filing for simple returns with support for W-2 income, tax credits, and HSA deductions—no paid services needed.
Harvard University rejects Trump administration's demands to overhaul academic programs and governance, risking $2 billion in federal funding in a historic standoff for academic freedom.
U.S. tariffs on Chinese exports surge to 124.1%, threatening economic decoupling, with WTO projecting 80% trade drop and American households facing $1,300 in additional taxes next year.
