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SC lays down rules for uniformity in civil pleadings
• Trial courts directed to scrutinise plaints at initial stage • Bar councils asked to consider standard formats for pleadings • Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi stresses transparent procurement, accountability in judiciary ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Monday formulated a set of guidelines to promote uniformity, improve the quality of pleadings and facilitate the efficient administration of civil justice at the trial court level. In a 26-page judgement authored by Justice Shahid Bilal...
Cheaper, cleaner hydrogen: Scientists unlock way to make it — study
Washington DC: Researchers have developed a durable new catalyst that produces clean hydrogen without relying on expensive platinum metals. The breakthrough could make renewable hydrogen fuel cheaper, more efficient, and easier to scale for real-world energy use.Renewable energy sources can cut harmful emissions, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and improve efficiency.However, many clean energy technologies remain expensive because they depend on costly materials such as platinum group metals (P...
Scientists Discover Over A Thousand New Ocean Species In Landmark Deep Sea Exploration
InnovationScienceScientists Discover Over A Thousand New Ocean Species In Landmark Deep Sea ExplorationByMelissa Cristina Márquez,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Márquez is a marine scientist and science communicatorFollow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 07:15pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Often called "ghost sharks," Chimaeras are among the most mysterious inhabita...
Inside India’s mysterious floating lake with circular islands, home to one of world’s longest snakes
The northeastern state of Manipur contains the amazing freshwater body of Loktak Lake, known for its perfect circular floating islands called phumdis. The phumdis, which are masses of vegetation, soil, and organic matter, form an incredibly unique landscape that can be seen from outer space.
Long Island Rail Road strike creates manic Monday commute as negotiators return to the table
It was manic Monday for thousands of Long Island Rail Road riders trying to get in and out of New York City on the third day of a labor strike that has shut down the nation’s largest commuter railroad
Ditching of climate change forecast 'shows science isn't settled', top scientist claims
The ditching of the most apocalyptic global warming forecast is proof science is never settled, a climate analyst has said. Professor Roger Pielke Jr suggests a “comprehensive reassessment” of both policy and future predictions on climate is now needed.Scientists and the media have long quoted from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's (IPCC) worst-case scenario, which foresaw temperatures soaring by up to 5C, massive sea level rises and global crop failures.Some even predicted it cou...
Ramaco’s Rare Earth Gamble
Ramaco CEO Randall Atkins joined Bloomberg Open Interest to explain why China’s steel dumping has hurt coal markets, why the company is betting big on rare earth minerals, and why processing, and not necessarily mining, is the toughest hurdle in building a US rare earth supply chain that's independent of China. (Source: Bloomberg)
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding in 2026, NOAA warns
U.S. El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding in 2026, NOAA warns By Emily Mae Czachor Emily Mae Czachor News Editor Emily Mae Czachor is a reporter and news editor at CBSNews.com. She typically covers breaking news, extreme weather and issues involving social justice. Emily Mae previously wrote for outlets like the Los Angeles Times, BuzzFeed and Newsweek. Read Full Bio Emily Mae Czachor May 18, 2026 / 10:04 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Scientists are warning that E...
'Complex & severe': China just issued a warning the world shouldn't ignore
China's economic recovery is facing headwinds as factories slow and consumer spending falters, with April data revealing a significant slowdown. Weak domestic demand, coupled with a challenging global environment marked by geopolitical conflicts and rising energy costs, is squeezing growth. While exports remain strong, they are insufficient to offset internal weaknesses, prompting concerns about the need for further policy support.
Mystery of the Maldives cave diver who died separated from group: Elite rescuers find instructor in separate chamber from four other Italians four days after they ran out of air
Mystery of the Maldives cave diver who died separated from group: Elite rescuers find instructor in separate chamber from four other Italians four days after they ran out of airBy IMOGEN GARFINKEL - SENIOR FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 14:49, 18 May 2026 | Updated: 14:49, 18 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Tackling Plastic Pollution With A Greener Alternative
BETAThis is a BETA experience. opt-out hereNewslettersEditors' PickTackling Plastic Pollution With A Greener AlternativeThis week’s Current Climate newsletter also looks at a South Korean solar billionaire and the Ocean Cleanup’s Boyen Slat on trash interceptors for L.A. and the Great Pacific Garbage PatchByAlan Ohnsman,Senior Editor. Senior editor covering cleantech and advanced mobilityfor Current ClimateFollow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 09:00am EDT@font-face{font-family: "Schnyder"; src: url("https:...
See Boeing 737-Sized Asteroid Pass Much Closer Than The Moon Tonight
InnovationScienceSee Boeing 737-Sized Asteroid Pass Much Closer Than The Moon TonightByJamie Carter,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 08:48am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.When at its closest at 4:16 p.m. EDT (20:16 UTC) on June 27, 2011 UL21 will be one of...
Why Are Some People Morning People? An Evolutionary Biologist Explains
InnovationScienceWhy Are Some People Morning People? An Evolutionary Biologist ExplainsByScott Travers,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 08:30am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The answer has less to do with morning people’s discipline than with deep evolutionary h...
Trump cuts to weather data could make forecasts less reliable, warn experts
Use of AI is a valuable tool for weather prediction but only when it’s trained with ample data, experts sayAs the US prepares for hurricane season and a summer of record-breaking heat, experts fear the Trump administration’s cuts to climate and weather data programming could make the federal government’s weather forecasts less reliable when they are needed most.The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Noaa) late last year launched a suite of artificial intelligence-powered global wea...
Colossal tomb tied to Alexander the Great revealed by officials: 'Unique and magnificent'
Greek officials have unveiled the interior of a massive ancient tomb possibly linked to Alexander the Great as archaeologists continue excavation and restoration work.Greece's Ministry of Culture announced the news in a statement on May 11.The excavation centers around the Kasta Tomb in Amphipolis, the ruins of an ancient Macedonian city in northern Greece, about 60 miles northeast of Thessaloniki.ALEXANDER THE GREAT'S LONG-LOST CITY LOCATED AFTER NEARLY TWO MILLENNIA: ‘ABSOLUTELY STUNNING’Greek...
How fighter pilots eject in emergencies; veterans who 'pulled the handle' recount experience
A mid-air collision of two US Navy Growlers during an air show highlights the extreme dangers of low-level flying. Despite advanced ejection seat technology, which successfully saved four pilots in this incident, the risks to pilots remain immense. Retired Air Marshals emphasize the critical need for quick decisions and the traumatic, yet life-saving, nature of ejections.
The Intelligence-Per-Dollar Metric: How Influential Leaders Measure AI Success
InnovationThe Intelligence-Per-Dollar Metric: How Influential Leaders Measure AI SuccessByHarsh Verma,Forbes Councils Member.for Forbes Technology CouncilCOUNCIL POSTExpertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. | Membership (fee-based)May 18, 2026, 06:15am EDTHarsh Verma is the Principal Software Engineer - AI at Palo Alto Networks. gettyIntelligence-per-dollar is the new productivity frontier: where the true winners aren’t those wit...
Your smartphone camera exists because of Einstein: Nobel-winner's idea was considered bizarre
Every time someone snaps a selfie, records a sunset or scans a QR code, they are unknowingly using technology built on a scientific idea once dismissed as strange and almost unbelievable. More than a century ago, Albert Einstein proposed that light behaves not just as a wave, but also as tiny packets of energy capable of knocking electrons loose from materials.
How Barakah Nuclear Power Plant made the UAE a global clean energy leader
In the heart of Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra region stands the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant — one of the most strategic projects in the history of the United Arab Emirates. More than simply being the first peaceful nuclear power plant in the Arab world, Barakah represents a fundamental transformation in the concepts of energy security, sustainable development, and a low-carbon economy across the region.With all four reactors now fully operational, Barakah has become one of the key pillars of the UAE’s...
See A Jaw-Dropping Crescent Moon Join Planets After Sunset This Week
BreakingInnovationScienceSee A Jaw-Dropping Crescent Moon Join Planets After Sunset This WeekByJamie Carter,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 03:00am EDTToplineAfter last week’s New Supermoon, the night sky springs back to life with a series of delicate evening alignments. A young crescent moon returns to the western sky after sunset and passes th...