October 2016
Cyrus the Great, Savior of the Jews
On the day honoring Cyrus the Great, Jews celebrate him as their unique savior, emphasizing his role in their liberation from Babylonian captivity and the…
DNA of Water Bear Protects Against X-Ray Damage
A protein from the water bear, an extremophile organism, has been found to protect human DNA from X-ray damage, reducing cellular damage by half. This…
Family Members of Tabriz Doctor Killed by 'Contaminated Religious Food'
A Tabriz doctor’s wife and grandmother died after consuming contaminated food delivered to their home, raising suspicions of foul play. The local health authorities and…
Colombian Voters Reject Peace with FARC Rebels
Colombian voters unexpectedly rejected a peace agreement with FARC rebels in a recent referendum, with 50.2% voting against it. This decision has raised concerns about…
Most Israelis are 'pessimistic' about peace with Palestinians
A recent survey indicates that a majority of Israelis are pessimistic about achieving peace with Palestinians, with only a small percentage believing a peace agreement…