December 11, 2025

US Seizes Oil Tanker Skipper Near Venezuela for Faking Location, Transporting Sanctioned Oil

The US seized the oil tanker Skipper off Venezuela after it faked its position to hide near Venezuelan shores. The ship carried nearly 13 million barrels of Iranian and Venezuelan oil since 2021. The tanker was caught at Venezuela’s José oil terminal with a large oil load. Venezuela condemned the act as piracy.

December 11, 2025

Universe Will End Sooner Than Thought: New Study Says 10⁷⁸ Years Instead of 10¹¹⁰⁰

Scientists from Radboud University say the universe will end in about a quinvigintillion years, 10⁷⁸, much earlier than the old estimate of 10¹¹⁰⁰ years. This is due to a Hawking-like evaporation process affecting not just black holes but also neutron stars and white dwarfs.

December 11, 2025

Life-Threatening Bushfires Trigger Evacuations and Road Closures in Perth Suburbs

Dangerous bushfires are burning near homes in Perth’s south-east and north-east. Authorities issued emergency warnings. Residents in several suburbs are urged to leave immediately. Roads are closed and evacuation centres opened. Firefighters battle blazes moving fast in high heat.

December 11, 2025

Marine Pandemic Wipes Out 99.7% of Sea Urchin Population in Canary Islands

A marine disease has caused a 99.7% drop in Diadema africanum sea urchins in Tenerife and 90% in Madeira since 2021. The rapid decline threatens coral reefs and marine life. Scientists are unsure of the cause but suspect human involvement in spreading the disease.

December 11, 2025

Kashmir Faces Cold Snap with Night Temperatures Dropping Below -5°C

Kashmir residents endured a sharp cold night as temperatures fell below -5°C in some areas. Fog covered many regions, while a dry spell will continue till December 12, with light snow possible later.