There Was Probably a Flashover in the Swiss Bar Fire. Here’s What That Means.
A flashover is an event where an entire room is rapidly engulfed in flames.
Month: January 2026
50 States, 50 Fixes
A New York Times series looked at initiatives to tackle climate change in each U.S. state.
Brenna Henn Wanted to Improve Genetic Medicine. Then Her N.I.H. Grant Was Cut.
Brenna Henn had a long-term grant to study the genetic diversity of Africans and people of African descent. Then her N.I.H. funding was cut.
Gabriele Münter, an Overshadowed Pillar of Modern Art, Gets a Spotlight
“Contours of a World” at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum includes paintings as well as photography that suggests an alternate path.
Khawaja to retire after Ashes finale
Australia’s Usman Khawaja will retire from international cricket after the final Ashes Test. Photo: AFP SYDNEY: Usman Khawaja said he hoped his long test career, which will come to an end with his retirement after the fifth Ashes clash, inspires youngsters who are “different” that playing cricket for Australia is possible.The top order batsman, who … Read more
Bashir, Potts in England squad for final Ashes Test
Shoaib Bashir is included in England’s 12-player squad for the fifth Ashes Test. Photo. AFP SYDNEY: Seamer Matthew Potts and spinner Shoaib Bashir were included in a 12-man England squad Friday for the fifth Ashes Test against Australia as the tourists look to finish the series on a high. Potts is the only unused fast … Read more
Trump says US will intervene if Iran kills peaceful protesters
Violent clashes erupt as economic crisis sparks largest demonstrations in three years President Donald Trump of the United States of America on Friday said that if Iran shoots and kills peaceful protesters, the US will come to their rescue. “We are locked and loaded and ready to go,” he said in a Truth Social post. … Read more
Welcome to the Office. Now Take Off Your Shoes.
[Some start-ups, blurring the lines between home and office, are embracing a “no shoes” policy.
Trump Says U.S. Is ‘Locked and Loaded’ if Iran Kills Protesters
Mr. Trump’s remarks are a sharp escalation as protests over economic hardship turned deadly.
In the Arctic, Drones Help Identify Deadly Virus in Whales
Scientists took samples from whale blow, identifying possible disease risks for marine mammals in northern seas.
