Indians head to the polls on Friday in what will be the world's largest democratic election, as close to one billion voters pick their next government.
NEW DELHI (AP) — The world’s largest democratic election could also be one of its most consequential. With a population of over 1.4 billion people and close to 970 million voters, India’s general election pits Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an avowed Hindu nationalist, against a broad alliance of opposition parties that are struggling to play []
By Jason Rantala Click here for updates on this story JORDAN, Minnesota (WCCO) — For 45 years, the Wagner family has owned the property just off Highway 169 near Jordan. Through apple, pumpkin and squash sales and 19 additions to the building, it’s clear the focus is now candy, even earning the title “Minnesota’s Largest
JORDAN, Minn. —For 45 years, the Wagner family has owned the property just off Highway 169 near Jordan.Through apple, pumpkin and squash sales and 19 additions to the building, it's clear the focus is now candy, even earning the title "Minnesota's Largest Candy Store.""We are at 27,000 square feet under one roof," said owner Robert Wagner. But Wagner has even bigger aspirations: Two-and-a-half times bigger."We have greatly outgrown 27,000 square feet," he said.The store is set to be rebuilt not...
The volcano on Ruang Island, which is part of the Sangihe Islands in
National Geographic Society & TNC extern Zoe Clark shares her experience studying the 13-pound Tasmanian giant crayfish.
In the diverse and expansive world of canine breeds, size truly matters for those who favor the company of giant dogs. The largest and heaviest dog breeds in the world are revered not only for their imposing presence but also for their unique temperaments, historical roles, and the special care they require. These colossal canines have served various purposes throughout history, from guarding flocks to noble companionship, and continue to fascinate dog lovers today. This article explores the 8...
A rare earthquake shook the New York City region on Friday morning,
The English oil giant bp, with annual revenues almost as much as Romania’s GDP, is preparing to enter our country, where it will invest in solar energy. The largest solar energy developer in Europe, the British company Lightsource BP, is preparing its entry into Romania, after the control of the business will be fully taken […]
A charge is building in the air, and it's not just static electricity. In
Interest in cobalt has increased in recent years due to its use in the lithium-ion batteries used to power electric cars.Global cobalt mine production reached a record high of 230,000 metric tons (MT) in 2023, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS), with the help of increased output from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Indonesia. The DRC is the world’s largest producer of cobalt by far, with its output reaching 170,000 MT last year — almost 74 percent of global supply. For...
Since being offered a largely pointless and doomed-to-fail role as UN special envoy to Myanmar, the former Liberal Foreign Minister, Julie Bishop, has returned to the headlines. Today’s special is a