The Radioactive Beacon: Actinium’s Fierce Glow and Actinide Gateway
Actinium (Ac, atomic number 89), the first element of the actinide series and the namesake of the entire 5f-block, is a silvery-white, highly radioactive metal that glows in the dark…
International Women’s Day – Celebrating Women’s Achievements and Advancing Gender Equality on March 8
On March 8, 2026, the world observes International Women’s Day (IWD), a global day dedicated to celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women while calling for greater…
Augustus Caesar: The Man Who Turned Rome from Republic to Empire
Augustus (63 BC – 14 AD) was the founder of the Roman Empire and its first emperor, ruling as princeps (first citizen) from 27 BC until his death. Born Gaius…
Malaysia Urges Dialogue After Israel–US–Iran Escalation, Says Anwar
During my discussion with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, we exchanged views on recent developments in the Middle East, with particular regard to…
Erdoğan Warns Iran Tensions Threaten Global Stability in Call With Meloni
President Erdogan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy. The leaders discussed the Türkiye-Italy bilateral relations, as well as regional and global matters, including the trajectory of…
US Mediated Geneva Talks Deliver Large Ukraine Russia Prisoner Exchange
This week, Ukraine and Russia carried out another prisoner exchange, with 1000 individuals returned following agreements reached during the recent trilateral negotiations in Geneva with the United States. This exchange…
Japan and Canada Open a New Chapter in Strategic Partnership
Today, I welcomed Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney to Tokyo and held a summit meeting. I am truly delighted to reunite with you since the APEC summit last November.…
The Unbreakable Anchor: Molybdenum’s High-Temperature Strength and Hidden Versatility
Molybdenum (Mo, atomic number 42), a lustrous, silvery-gray transition metal in group 6 (below chromium and above tungsten), is one of the most critical refractory metals in modern industry. Discovered…
Norfolk Island Foundation Day – Commemorating the First European Settlement on March 6
On March 6, 2026 , Norfolk Island observes Foundation Day (also known as Settlement Day or Arrival Day), the island’s principal local holiday, marking the arrival of the first European…