A warning has been issued to all 1.8 billion Gmail users over a sophisticated scam that uses AI-powered deepfake robocalls and emails to steal sensitive data, including banking information. The scammers use the tactic of convincing victims their account has been compromised, prompting them to receive a phone call with suspicious activity detected and an … Read more
Vatican officials have confirmed that 88-year-old Pope Francis has a “polymicrobial respiratory tract infection,” which is a complex infection involving multiple bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites in the lungs. According to Dr. Maor Sauler, an expert in adult pulmonary and critical care medicine at Yale University’s School of Medicine, a polymicrobial infection means that the … Read more
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is urging for a “strong and sovereign” Europe as he prepares to meet with world leaders in Paris. The talks come amid concerns that the US may no longer seek European input on ending the Ukraine conflict. Scholz will join French President, British Prime Minister, and other top officials from NATO … Read more
The United States face-off team is battered and bruised ahead of Thursday’s rematch against Canada. Brady Tkachuk, Matthew Tkachuk, Auston Matthews, and Charlie McAvoy are all banged up, and their absence was felt in Monday’s 2-1 loss to Sweden. Brady Tkachuk scored two goals but hurt his leg after a collision with the goal post … Read more
A new study has found that many beekeepers are not following recommended treatment schedules for Varroa destructor mites, leading to higher hive losses. Researchers at the University of Exeter analyzed data from over 4,300 beekeepers and found that improper timing of treatments is a major cause of honey bee mortality. According to lead author Dr. … Read more
Aaron Judge wasn’t surprised by Juan Soto joining the New York Mets but disagreed with his former teammate about which team is better equipped to compete for championships. Soto signed a 15-year, $765 million deal with the Mets this winter. Judge described him as “one of a kind” and called him “a special player.” The … Read more
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver introduced a new tournament format for the All-Star Game on Sunday night, but players had mixed reactions to the changes. The traditional East vs. West setup was replaced with a four-team, single-elimination tournament featuring teams named after TNT analysts Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith. The tournament saw several breaks during gameplay, … Read more
A measles outbreak in Texas has grown to 48 cases, all of whom are unvaccinated. The outbreak is the largest in the state in over 30 years, according to health officials. Measles cases have also been confirmed in nearby states, including New Mexico. Experts warn that the rise in cases is concerning and could lead … Read more
A British astronaut, John McFall, has been medically certified to join a mission on the International Space Station, becoming the first person with a physical disability to do so. McFall, a former paralympian sprinter, was cleared by the European Space Agency (ESA) after completing a feasibility study that lasted around a month. The study looked … Read more
A prominent South African imam and advocate for gay rights was shot and killed in the coastal city of Gqeberha, police said. Muhsin Hendricks, who founded a non-profit organization supporting Muslim LGBTQ+ individuals, is being remembered as a champion of tolerance and acceptance. Hendricks’ Al-Ghurbaah Foundation provided critical services to Muslims discriminated against for their … Read more