A new study highlights the dangers of excessive sitting and lying down, revealing that regular exercise may not be enough to prevent serious heart issues. The research, led by a team from the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, suggests guidelines should be introduced for the maximum time people can spend sitting and minimum exercise … Read more
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that affects individuals during the winter months when there is less sunlight. According to Dr. Norman Rosenthal, a psychiatrist and researcher who coined the term SAD, symptoms include lack of energy, fatigue, increased appetite, weight gain, and withdrawal from social environments. The onset of SAD typically … Read more
The stock market is poised for a strong start in 2025, driven by a solid economy, record profits, and healthy profit margins. However, investors should be aware of significant potential headwinds that could impact the bull run. Key tailwinds include a growing economy with 3% GDP growth, record corporate profits, and near-record net profit margins. … Read more
The New York Giants secured their first win at MetLife Stadium this season with a 45-33 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. The win eliminated Indy from playoff contention and dealt a significant blow to their chances of securing the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Quarterback Drew Lock delivered a career … Read more
Space debris poses a significant threat to space travel as thousands of defunct satellites and fragments circle the Earth at high speeds. According to the European Space Agency, 13,230 satellites remain in orbit, but only 10,200 still function. This phenomenon, known as Kessler Syndrome, is a chain reaction caused by collisions between orbiting debris, making … Read more
Palantir Technologies (PLTR -2.40%) shares have surged 360% this year, outpacing the next closest stock in the S&P 500 by 100 percentage points. The data analytics company is now worth $180 billion. However, certain Wall Street analysts expect Shopify (SHOP -1.38%) and Uber Technologies (UBER -0.59%) to surpass that figure before year’s end in 2025. … Read more
Actress Gal Gadot recently opened up about her terrifying experience with a massive blood clot in the brain during her fourth pregnancy. The Wonder Woman star, who welcomed her daughter Ori just hours after undergoing emergency surgery, shared that an MRI revealed the frightening truth. According to Dr Mansi Sharma, consultant – obstetrician and gynaecologist … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted 418 points, or 1%, at 4:00 p.m. ET on Monday, with the S&P 500 index trading 1.1% lower and the NASDAQ Composite dropping 1.2%. Despite these losses, the major averages are expected to close 2024 near record levels, with the S&P 500 and DJIA up more than 23% and … Read more
Charles Dolan, a pioneering figure in bringing cable television to the US and creating what became HBO, has passed away at age 98. He was also the head of a vast media and sports empire that includes Madison Square Garden, several teams including the New York Knicks and Rangers, and AMC Networks. Born in Ohio, … Read more
Early detection of bird flu has been confirmed in wild birds in Sussex County. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, along with the Delaware Department of Agriculture, reported finding over 40 sick or dead snow geese since Dec. 27. The birds were sent to a university laboratory for testing, where H5 avian … Read more