The US is experiencing a surge in measles cases, with over 600 reported cases this year, the most since 2019. Health officials are urging anyone who hasn’t received the MMR vaccine to get vaccinated immediately. To prevent measles transmission, doctors recommend vaccinating kids and others who have not been vaccinated against measles. The MMR vaccine … Read more
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced plans to reduce, refine, or replace animal testing for investigational new drug (IND) applications involving monoclonal antibodies and other drug candidates. The agency aims to leverage a suite of new approach methodologies (NAMs), including computational models, human cell lines, and organoids. Instead of relying on animal testing, … Read more
Apple is reportedly preparing to roll out its upgraded Siri features ahead of the 2025 holiday season, according to The New York Times. The virtual assistant is expected to gain new capabilities, including photo editing and sending photos to friends. The news comes after several setbacks and delays in the project, which have been attributed … Read more
Meghan Markle has shared a rare video of her 3-year-old daughter Princess Lilibet, showcasing her striking red hair. The clip, posted on Instagram Stories, shows the mother-daughter duo trying a sweet treat given to them by Prince Harry after his recent trip to Ukraine. Prince Harry, who spent 10 years in the British Army, met … Read more
Cooper Flagg, the top-ranked 2025 NBA draft prospect, has announced that he will “regroup” after his team’s loss in the final four before making a decision regarding his entry into the NBA draft. The Duke freshman forward and national men’s college basketball player of the year averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per … Read more
Chronic wasting disease (CWD), also known as “zombie deer disease,” has been detected in Adams County, marking a significant expansion of the disease’s geographic presence in Illinois. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced the detection on Friday. The disease is an always-fatal neurological disorder that affects white-tailed deer in Illinois. First reported in 2002 … Read more
The ongoing trade war between the US and China has introduced significant uncertainty for American companies relying on Chinese suppliers. The recent escalations have resulted in huge average tax rates on imports, with tariffs often exceeding the price of the goods themselves. However, not every product is subject to astronomical tariffs. Trade lawyers, customs brokers, … Read more
Spain proposes setting up a new defense fund within the EU, utilizing Russia’s frozen central bank assets to provide non-refundable grants to enhance Europe’s defense lines and support Ukraine. Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo made this suggestion during a European Union meeting on Saturday, aiming to create a temporary instrument to finance large-scale European-wide projects. Source: … Read more
Actor Jason Isaacs, a Golden Globe nominee, has no qualms about sparking controversy after wearing a Duke Blue Devils t-shirt on the HBO show’s Season 3 finale event. The scene in question showed his character Timothy Ratliff fantasizing about shooting himself and his family while wearing the shirt. Duke University publicly criticized the show, calling … Read more
US President Donald Trump is facing a tough road ahead in his trade negotiations, having taken on the entire world with tariffs. Despite his confident claims, uncertainty has taken hold of US trade policy, and businesses are struggling to plan investments or manage operations with confidence. The 90-day pause on “reciprocal” tariffs has done little … Read more