Author: Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He earned his degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Throughout his career, he has contributed to outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Known for his clear reporting and in-depth analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and international developments.
Humans have been placed 7th out of 35 mammal species in a new study ranking monogamy, outperforming meerkats and gibbons — but falling short of more committed species such as Eurasian beavers and moustached tamarins. The research, led by Dr Mark Dyble of the University of Cambridge, compared levels of genetic relatedness across species. By calculating how often siblings shared both parents rather than just one, scientists could estimate how monogamous each species tends to be. Humans showed 66% full siblings, placing us firmly within the “monogamous league”, while beavers scored 72% and meerkats 60%. At the top of the…
A new variant of mpox has been identified in England after a recent traveler from Asia tested positive, health officials confirmed. Genome sequencing revealed the infection to be a recombinant strain, combining genetic material from clade 1, the more severe form of the virus, and clade 2, which was responsible for the 2022 global outbreak. The UK Health Security Agency said it is assessing the significance of the variant, noting that viral evolution is expected while multiple strains circulate. Although most mpox cases remain mild, experts urged eligible individuals to get vaccinated as a precaution. Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox,…
Crystal Palace snatched a dramatic 2-1 win over Fulham thanks to a late Marc Guéhi header, lifting Oliver Glasner’s side into the Premier League’s top four. Fulham had dominated large spells, but Palace proved resilient and ruthless when it mattered. Eddie Nketiah opened the scoring with a sharp finish from Adam Wharton’s clever buildup, marking his first league start of the season with a goal. Fulham hit back through Harry Wilson, who produced another spectacular finish with the outside of his left boot after a slick one-two on the edge of the area. The hosts pushed for a winner, but…
Far from Nepal’s famous Himalayan peaks and tourist-packed Kathmandu, the country’s southern Terai region offers a quieter but deeply rich experience of culture, wildlife and hospitality. Home to the Indigenous Tharu people, the Terai stretches along the Indian border, filled with farmland, national parks and sacred sites such as Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha. In the village of Bhada, visitors can stay with Tharu families through the Community Homestay Network, an initiative that supports rural women while giving travellers an authentic glimpse of daily life. Guests help prepare meals in traditional adobe homes before joining local festivals such as…
Max Verstappen will start the 2025 season finale from pole position after edging McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in a tense qualifying session at Yas Marina. The result sets up a dramatic three-way title fight on Sunday. Norris, who leads the championship by 12 points over Verstappen and 16 over Piastri, remains in the strongest position. He will secure his first world title if he finishes ahead of both rivals or claims third place or better, regardless of who wins. Verstappen, riding a late-season surge, insists he has “nothing to lose” and is ready to attack at the start,…
A new study has revealed that cereal products across Europe contain high levels of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a hazardous “forever chemical” formed when pesticides containing PFAS break down in soil. Conducted by Pesticide Action Network Europe (PAN), the analysis found average TFA concentrations in breakfast cereals were 100 times higher than those typically found in tap water. Researchers tested 65 cereal-based products from 16 European countries, detecting TFA in 81.5% of samples. Contamination was especially high in wheat-based foods. The highest levels were found in Irish breakfast cereals, followed by Belgian and German wholemeal bread, and French baguettes. Other affected…
Shaka Hislop, the former goalkeeper for Newcastle, West Ham, Portsmouth and Trinidad & Tobago, has revealed he is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer that has spread to his pelvic bone. In a video message, the 56-year-old said he was diagnosed 18 months ago after insisting on a PSA blood test during a routine check-up. Initial surgery removed his prostate, but a follow-up scan six months later showed the cancer had returned and spread. He has since completed seven and a half weeks of radiation therapy. Hislop urged men—especially those of African and Caribbean heritage—to insist on regular PSA testing, even…
A new survey by the Migraine Trust has revealed significant inequalities in migraine care across the UK, with people from ethnic minority backgrounds more likely to receive poorer treatment and fear discrimination. Among 2,200 respondents, 23% of mixed-ethnicity, 19% of Asian, and 16% of Black participants said their ethnicity negatively affected their care—compared with just 7% of white respondents. Many cited racism, dismissal of symptoms, or assumptions about pain tolerance. Black respondents were also far more likely to fear workplace discrimination or not being believed about their migraines. One respondent, Abigail Kabirou, said stereotypes about Black women tolerating more pain…
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are better equipped to handle injuries this season after confirming that Kai Havertz will be out for a few more weeks. The striker has been sidelined since August following knee surgery and suffered a setback when he tried to step up his rehabilitation. With Havertz unavailable, Arteta must choose for Wednesday’s match against Brentford between continuing with Mikel Merino as a makeshift striker—after his goal against Chelsea—or recalling Viktor Gyökeres, who recently returned from a muscle injury. Gabriel Jesus is also pushing for involvement after an 11-month absence. Arsenal may again be without William Saliba and…
American Airlines has issued essential guidance for passengers ahead of the holiday season to ensure safe and smooth flights. The airline reassured travelers that their holiday plans remain feasible despite recent software updates for some aircraft and increased seasonal travel congestion. The airline is advising passengers to plan ahead and arrive at the airport early. Security checkpoints are expected to be busier than usual, and extra time will help avoid stress during check-in and boarding. Travelers are encouraged to check in online and review gate information before arriving. Recent software updates on certain aircraft have raised questions about flight schedules,…
