Joe Lawson

Joe Lawson is a science reporter who studied journalism at the University of Southern California with five years of experience in the news. He contributes to Fortune, The Washington Post, and The New Republic. Lawson has written for National Geographic, The Atlantic, Popular Science, and Wired.
Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire.

Delhi Building Fire Kills At Least 21 Including Foreign Nationals

What began as an ordinary stay for patients and their families turned into a devastating tragedy in India’s capital. A massive fire ripped through a multi-storey building in south Delhi, killing at least 21 people and injuring dozens more. The building, located in the Malviya Nagar area, reportedly operated as a bed-and-breakfast catering to people

A FULLY electric car called Luce, Italian for “light”, unvei.led by Ferrari.

Ferrari Unveils First Fully Electric Car

Ferrari has finally gone electric — but the reaction? Let’s just say the road ahead looks bumpier than expected. The Italian luxury automaker has unveiled its first fully electric model, the Ferrari Luce. Marking a major shift for a brand built on roaring engines and petrol-fuelled prestige. So what’s under the hood — or rather,

Jury tosses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its boss Sam Altman.

Jury Dismisses Elon Musk Lawsuit Against OpenAI And Sam Altman

What happens when two of Silicon Valley’s biggest names take their battle to court? In Elon Musk’s case, it ended faster than many expected. A California jury has thrown out Musk’s high-profile lawsuit against OpenAI and chief executive Sam Altman. Delivering a unanimous verdict after only about two hours of deliberation. The reason? Jurors found

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping Hold High-Stakes Talks on Taiwan, Trade and Iran.

Donald Trump And Xi Jinping Hold High-Stakes Talks On Taiwan, Trade And Iran

What do you get when the world’s two biggest powers sit down for dinner while tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz? Diplomacy with a side of uncertainty. US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Beijing on Thursday for high-stakes talks. Touching everything from Iran and Taiwan to trade and rare

Chinese firms show how robots can be used for household chores.

Chinese Firms Showcase Robots For Everyday Household Chores

What if the real test for robots isn’t running marathons—but picking up your messy living room? That’s exactly the question a Beijing startup is trying to answer. At a recent demo by X Square Robot in Beijing, humanoid machines carefully sorted flowers and picked up litter. Nothing flashy. No flips, no sprints. Just… chores. And

Melania Trump's speech propels Epstein crisis back to forefront.

Melania Trump Speech Pushes Epstein Crisis Back Into Spotlight

What happens when the White House spotlight shifts—unexpectedly—from the president to the First Lady? That’s exactly what unfolded when Melania Trump stepped up to the podium at the White House. And delivered a statement that instantly redirected the political conversation. Her message was blunt: “The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to

OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies at 43.

OnlyFans Owner Leonid Radvinsky Dies At 43

What happens when the man behind one of the internet’s most controversial platforms suddenly disappears from the scene? The tech world is asking that question after the death of Leonid Radvinsky, the billionaire owner of OnlyFans. He passed away at 43 after a long battle with cancer. Born in Ukraine and raised in Chicago, Radvinsky

Dramatic changes observed in one of universe’s biggest stars.

Dramatic Changes Observed In One of Universe’s Biggest Stars, Scientists Say

Some stars burn bright. Others burn wild. And then there’s WOH G64 — the cosmic equivalent of Jimi Hendrix. Massive, brilliant, unpredictable. Located in the Large Magellanic Cloud, about 160,000 light-years away, WOH G64 is 28 times heavier than our Sun and 300,000 times brighter. If it replaced the Sun, it would stretch past Jupiter

Jetten sworn in as youngest-ever Dutch PM.

Rob Jetten Sworn In As Netherlands’ Youngest Prime Minister

Can a fresh face really reshape a country’s political direction? In The Hague, that question is suddenly very real. At just 38, Rob Jetten has been sworn in as the Netherlands’ youngest-ever prime minister—and its first openly gay leader. Posting a confident “Let’s get to work,” alongside a photo with King Willem-Alexander, Jetten signaled urgency

French ex-teacher charged with assault of 89 minors.

French Ex-Teacher Charged With Assaulting 89 Minors

In Grenoble, prosecutor Etienne Manteaux revealed that a 79-year-old former educator, Jacques Leveugle, was charged in 2024 with aggravated rape and sexual assault. He was charged in 2024 with aggravated rape and sexual assault. It involved 89 minors. The alleged crimes span an astonishing timeline — from 1967 to 2022. They stretch across Germany, Switzerland,

Germany votes to bring in voluntary military service programme for 18-year-olds.

Germany Approves Voluntary Military Service For 18-Year-Olds

Germany is bringing back military service — sort of. The Bundestag has voted to introduce voluntary service for 18-year-olds. This move is aimed at boosting national defence after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. But will young Germans actually line up? Many aren’t convinced. Students across 90 cities plan strikes on Friday, saying they don’t want to

US congresswoman charged with stealing $5m in federal disaster funds.

US Congresswoman Charged With Stealing $5M In Federal Disaster Funds

A Florida congresswoman is facing serious trouble after being charged with stealing $5m in federal disaster relief funds. The money was meant to help people, not politicians. Prosecutors say Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Democrat elected in 2022, siphoned off the cash. They say she funneled a chunk of it into her 2021 congressional campaign. Pretty shocking,