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just now (560+ words) Ukrainian naval drones hit two sanctioned tankers in the Black Sea as they headed to a Russian port to load up with oil destined for foreign markets, an official said on Saturday, as Kyiv tries to pile pressure on Russia's vast oil industry. The two oil tankers, identified as the Kairos and Virat, were empty and sailing to Novorossiysk, a major Russian Black Sea oil terminal, the official at the Security Service of Ukraine told Reuters. Naval drones could be seen speeding towards hulking tankers followed by powerful explosions that caused fires on the vessels, video footage shared by the official showed. Reuters could not independently verify the identity of the tankers in the clips or the location and date of the footage. "Video shows that after being hit, both tankers sustained critical damage and were effectively taken out of…...

just now (214+ words) As we approach the next decade, many are wondering if data science is still a viable and valuable field to pursue. The industry has seen significant advancements in recent years, but the landscape is constantly changing. In this article, we'll explore the current state of data science, its future prospects, and what it means for professionals and aspiring practitioners. Data science has been one of the fastest-growing fields over the past decade, with a growing demand for skilled professionals who can collect, analyze, and interpret complex data. The industry has seen significant advancements in areas like machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. However, as with any rapidly evolving field, there are challenges and limitations. Data scientists often struggle with: Looking ahead to 2026, data science is likely to continue evolving and adapting to new technologies and challenges....

just now (402+ words) Water testing has found a large stretch of white foam which appeared on a river had "no environmental impact". The Environment Agency (EA) took water quality readings of the River Skerne in Darlington with multimeters after the snow-like foam appeared in September, and they all came back within the usual limits of the river. Low levels of detergents were found, with the EA's National Chemicals Team concerned it could be fire-fighting foam, but it was confirmed none had been used in the previous 48 hours. A spokesperson for the EA said "foam cases are very time sensitive" and urged people to call their incident hotline as soon as they saw them. Chris Davison, who discovered the foam when cycling home on 24 September, said he was pleased there was no long-term environmental impact as "any kind of pollution in our rivers is…...

just now (220+ words) Imagine designing a supersonic aircraft without ever stepping into a wind tunnel. Traditionally, simulating airflow at speeds nearing the sound barrier has been computationally prohibitive, requiring days or even weeks of supercomputer time. Now, artificial intelligence is poised to rewrite the rules, delivering near-instantaneous predictions of aerodynamic performance. The core concept is the neural surrogate model. This is a machine learning model trained on vast datasets of high-fidelity Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations. Once trained, the surrogate can approximate the results of complex simulations in milliseconds, enabling real-time design exploration and optimization. This opens a new era in aerospace engineering. Instead of painstakingly running simulations for every design iteration, engineers can now rapidly prototype and evaluate different wing shapes, control surfaces, and flight conditions, all within a fraction of the time. Beyond aircraft design, this technology could revolutionize weather forecasting…...

just now (469+ words) Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia's brother, Javier, was arrested during Saturday's victory over Tennessee, marking the second time he's been jailed during a game this season. Javier Pavia, 25, was busted for public intoxication when he allegedly clashed with Neyland Stadium staffers at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, according to Knox News. University event staff accused Javier Pavia of repeatedly blocking fans around him with a large flag. Law enforcement had told Pavia to remove the flag, the outlet reported, citing a police report. Pavia allegedly slurred his words and was unsteady on his feet during the exchange, the arresting officer claimed. "He was also extremely verbally combative with event staff and myself," an arrest report obtained by the outlet read. Pavia was booked in Knox County Jail on Sunday and released on his own recognizance, according to jail records viewed…...

1+ min ago (173+ words) [STaM Styles: What's the Difference?]Ask the Rov: What is the difference between the various ksovim used for STaM? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds. The post STaM Styles: What's the Difference? first appeared on Anash.org. " " " | November 30, 2025 Ask the Rov: What is the difference between the various ksovim used for STaM? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds. Halacha requires that Stam be written in the Ashuri script whose letter shapes follow the tradition of the Gemara and Rishonim, tracing back to Har Sinai. Ideally, this is to be transmitted in an unbroken chain or oral tradition. Yet, deviations from the accepted script don't invalidate the letters b'dieved, provided they retain their correct basic forms.1 Conversely, the Ashkenazic Rishonim discussed and delved more into the nuances of the traditional script as transmitted by the sofrim of each generation.5 A thorough compilation, Baruch…...

1+ min ago (775+ words) I'm no stranger to many of the alarming actions of President Donald Trump and his authoritarian second term, as any intermittent reader of my columns will know. He has taken it upon himself to rule by executive power, handed out utterly corrupt pardons, infringed on due process and enacted an unconstitutional tariff regime. The list is long. My record on the issue of Trump should say something about how much more concerned I am with what comes after him, as the battle for control of MAGA will shift into full gear. Those who love what makes America truly great should be as alarmed as I am. The American right is no longer primarily conservative. There is a conservative faction hidden in the party, but we are just one of many. Compare that with the Republican Party up until 2016 (or even…...

1+ min ago (420+ words) In a dramatic escalation of its tech crackdown, Russia is threatening to pull the plug on WhatsApp, one of the country's most popular messaging apps, unless Meta complies with sweeping legal demands. The move signals a new front in Moscow's battle to tighten control over digital communication and online dissent. Russia has ratcheted up its long-standing spat with WhatsApp by threatening the popular messaging platform with a countrywide ban over repeated violations of Russian law and non-cooperation with the police." The country's communications regulator, Roskomnadzor, claimed WhatsApp was being increasingly exploited for illegal purposes, which include fraud and terrorist recruitment, leading Moscow to think about completely shutting down the service. The telecom watchdog said WhatsApp has been used to facilitate a range of criminal activities, from fraud to terrorist recruitment, and alleged that the Meta-owned platform has failed to comply…...

2+ min ago (873+ words) Don't know where to find them? We've scoured the city's markets, workshops and studios to discover the most exciting names across fashion, homeware and artisanal food " from a pioneering small-batch fragrance maker working out of Shoreditch to the Paul Smith prot'g'e designing wear-forever women's power suits. Plus, the name to know for the ultimate foodie gifts under "10. Secret Santa: sorted. In pursuit of their signature scent, Londoners are increasingly sniffing out more unique, small-batch fragrances. It has helped Maya Njie to make a name for herself with her capsule collection of six artisanal blends, which are developed in her Shoreditch-based studio, where she also hosts workshops for the public. While Njie feels an affinity to the "strong independent spirit and creativity" of people in the capital, her scents are inspired by her dual Scandinavian and Gambian heritage. A self-taught perfumer,…...

2+ min ago (421+ words) A Gold Star father has blasted Joe Biden over the shooting of two National Guardsmen in DC by an Afghan brought in by the former president's policies. Darin Hoover, the father of Staff Sergeant Taylor Hoover, who was one of the US Military members killed in the botched Afghanistan withdrawal in 2021, was very outspoken over the tragic shooting this past Wednesday. Mr. Hoover told Fox News that the Biden administration is to blame for bringing in multiple people from Afghanistan without a vetting process. EXCLUSIVE " The father of Staff Sgt. Darin "Taylor" Hoover " one of the 13 U.S. service members killed in the Abbey Gate bombing during the chaotic 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan " is blasting the former Biden administration after an Afghan national allegedly shot two National Guardsmen just blocks from the White House. Hoover gave Fox News Digital a new, forceful statement…...