The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unexpectedly canceled its annual meeting with advisers to update next season’s influenza vaccines, leaving experts and officials scrambling to understand the reason behind the decision. The panel, which advises on vaccine strains, was set to meet on March 13 to discuss how to update the shots for the 2025-2026 … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made a public gesture aimed at salvaging his relationship with US President Donald Trump. The move comes as the two leaders have been under pressure from politicians and media outlets on both sides of the Atlantic. In a surprising display of reconciliation, Zelensky offered an “olive branch” to Trump by … Read more
A consortium led by BlackRock Inc. has agreed to buy 90% stakes in two key ports along the Panama Canal for $23 billion, marking a significant shift in control of the critical shipping lane. The Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison Holding announced that it will sell its shares in Hutchison Port Holdings and Hutchison Port … Read more
Asteroid 2024 YR4, initially estimated to be 130-300 feet wide, had sparked concerns about its potential impact on Earth in December 2032. However, after continued observations through early 2025, NASA has confirmed that the asteroid poses no significant impact risk to our planet. According to NASA experts, 2024 YR4’s size and orbit make an airburst … Read more
Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid, with Brazilian striker Rodrygo scoring an early opener and Spanish midfielder Brahim Díaz responding with a stunning goal in the second half. Defender Thibaut Courtois had a routine night as he kept Atletico’s chances to a minimum. Fellow defender Antonio Rudiger showed solid form but could … Read more
Europe’s rush to boost military spending has sent defence stocks on a tear, with shares in companies like BAE Systems, Rheinmetall, and Thales reaching record highs. The surge follows an already record run for the sector, which has more than doubled in value since Russia invaded Ukraine. Investors are now wondering how much more they’re … Read more
Gene Hackman, the veteran actor, and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead at their Santa Fe, New Mexico home nearly a week ago. The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Department has released an update on its investigation into the couple’s deaths. According to the sheriff’s department, the New Mexico Gas Company conducted an extensive investigation … Read more
US equities indexes declined at midday Tuesday as new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China took effect. The Nasdaq dropped 0.6%, while the Dow and S&P 500 lost more than 1%. Best Buy shares fell after the retailer warned that tariffs and inflation would harm its business. Tesla shares also plummeted amid concerns about tariff … Read more
A recent study has revealed that human brains contain a spoonful of microplastics and nanoplastics, raising serious concerns about our health. The levels of these tiny plastic fragments are 3 to 5 times higher in individuals with dementia. Researchers analyzed brain tissue from autopsies, comparing samples from 2016 to 2024, and found that the frontal … Read more
Dysentery cases are on the rise in the Portland area, with health experts attributing the surge to homelessness. The link between poverty and poor sanitation has made people experiencing homelessness more susceptible to contracting dysentery. The risk of infection is heightened due to inadequate access to basic facilities like portable bathrooms and handwashing stations. During … Read more