The PGA Tour is set to head to Memorial Park in Houston, Texas, for the 2025 Texas Children’s Houston Open, which gets underway on Thursday. The tournament marks the latest stop on the tour for several top players, including Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy. Scheffler, who will be defending his title at the Masters in … Read more
Researchers have discovered that a fatty substance called myelin, which insulates electrical signals in nerve cells, may also serve as an energy source for the brain during intense physical activity, such as marathon running. Using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of long-distance runners’ brains before and after completing marathons, scientists found that levels of myelin … Read more
Lucuma, a South American fruit known for its caramel-like flavor, is gaining popularity as a lower-calorie, antioxidant-rich alternative to sugar. The fruit contains fiber, polyphenols, and carotenoids, which may support blood sugar regulation and heart health. Typically sold as a powder, lucuma can be added to coffee, oatmeal, smoothies, and baked goods, but it’s less … Read more
Los Angeles, California – The absence of JuJu Watkins, the star player of the University of Southern California (USC) women’s basketball team, has brought uncertainty to the Women’s NCAA Tournament. With Watkins out due to a knee injury requiring surgery, USC’s chances of advancing in the tournament are now under question. The Trojans had been … Read more
Press freedom organisations have condemned the killing of two journalists in Gaza on Monday. Hossam Shabat, a 23-year-old Al Jazeera correspondent, was killed in an airstrike on his car in Beit Lahiya. Mohammed Mansour, another correspondent for Palestine Today, died along with his wife and son in an airstrike on his home in Khan Younis. … Read more
Music streaming pioneer Napster has been acquired by tech startup Infinite Reality for $207 million, with plans to transform the service into a social platform that connects artists with fans and streamlines monetization. Napster’s CEO Jon Vlassopulos announced the move in a blog post, stating that the internet is evolving from desktop to mobile to … Read more
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is back in charge, and it’s showing in the company’s stock prices. Despite a 30% decline since the start of the year, Tesla’s stock rebounded on Monday after Musk held an all-hands meeting with employees. In a move to reassure investors, Musk told employees not to sell their shares and promised … Read more
YouTube has reached an all-time high, capturing 11.6% of total TV viewing in February, according to Nielsen’s Media Distributor Gauge Report. The video giant surpassed Disney, which had previously held the top spot, due to a surge in creator-driven content. Disney’s decline was attributed to the absence of NFL playoff games and College Football Playoffs, … Read more
The US Senate has confirmed President Donald Trump’s picks for leading two key health agencies. Dr. Makary and Dr. Bhattacharya, both vocal critics of the country’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, have been confirmed to lead the FDA and NIH. Their appointments are expected to shape the implementation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s agenda to … Read more
A rare sunrise solar eclipse is set to occur on Saturday, March 29, visible from eastern Canada and the northeastern US. This partial solar eclipse will be visible from approximately 800 million people in the viewing area. However, witnessing this celestial event requires proper eye protection. The sun emits ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) radiation, … Read more