As flu cases spread rapidly across the US, many Americans turn to alternative remedies like elderberry supplements in an attempt to alleviate symptoms. However, experts warn that these herbal supplements may not be effective against respiratory illnesses. A few small studies suggest that elderberry supplements can shorten flu symptoms by four days compared to a … Read more
Glaciers worldwide have shrunk by more than 5 per cent on average since 2000, with a rapid rate of melting accelerating over the past decade. Climate change continues to drive this trend. According to researchers from a global consortium, glaciers lost an estimated 7 trillion tonnes of ice between 2000 and 2023, contributing significantly to … Read more
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost, a private lunar lander, is getting closer to its destination on February 18, as it completed an engine burn to move from a high elliptical orbit to a lower one. The three-minute and 18-second maneuver allowed the lander to capture new imagery of the far side of the Moon and relay … Read more
The UK’s inflation rate has surged to a three-year high of 3% in January, exceeding analyst expectations and prompting renewed calls for interest rate cuts from policymakers. According to data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), core inflation – which excludes volatile energy, food, alcohol, and tobacco prices – rose 3.7% in the … Read more
Rhode Island has seen a significant number of flu and norovirus cases this winter, with over 900 people hospitalized. The state’s Department of Health reports that since December 1, 2024, there have been 74 confirmed or suspected norovirus outbreaks. Norovirus, also known as the “stomach flu,” causes vomiting and diarrhea and can spread quickly through … Read more
A Texas bankruptcy case is on the verge of paying out billions to cancer patients and others who have health claims relating to talc, used in products like makeup and baby powder. However, a frantic effort by a set of trial lawyers has put the money for countless cancer patients and families in limbo. The … Read more
The US has recently reported three new cases of human bird flu infections. Three states have seen an increase in confirmed and probable cases: Nevada, Ohio, and Wyoming. In these cases, people who came into contact with dead poultry are believed to be at risk. One case is from a dairy worker in Nevada, another … Read more
The Philadelphia Eagles have promoted passing game coordinator Kevin Patullo to offensive coordinator, replacing Kellen Moore’s former position. Patullo will now oversee the team with pressure-cooker responsibility, guiding reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year Saquon Barkley and Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts. Patullo has 16 seasons of coaching experience in the NFL, mostly on … Read more
Glacier melt is depleting regional freshwater resources and driving global sea levels to rise at ever-faster rates. A new study, led by the World Glacier Monitoring Service, found that glaciers have been losing an average of 273 billion tonnes of ice per year since 2000. However, the rate of glacier ice loss has increased significantly … Read more
SNL’s 50th anniversary celebration drew mixed reviews, with some critics panning comments made by Brian Freedman, Justin Baldoni’s lawyer. During the show, actor Ryan Reynolds appeared to reference Baldoni’s headline-making lawsuits when asked how he was doing. Reynolds quipped, “Great, why? What have you heard?” while seated beside his wife, Blake Lively. However, Freedman expressed … Read more