The US has seen a significant increase in measles cases this year, with over 700 reported cases and three deaths so far. This outbreak is concerning, especially since measles is an extremely contagious disease that can be easily prevented with a vaccine. A vaccine expert, Dr. Peter Marks, who was previously the nation’s top vaccine … Read more
Israel has proposed a 45-day ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, which would include the release of 10 Israeli hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees. The proposal, received by Hamas on Monday, outlines an initial framework for negotiations on a permanent ceasefire. According to an official with the militant group, Hamas is … Read more
Milwaukee-based nonprofit organization Light the Hoan has announced that work on installing lights on the east side of the Hoan Bridge will begin this month. The project is expected to be completed by June, according to the organization. Light the Hoan previously installed lights on the west side of the bridge in 2020. To achieve … Read more
The world’s richest people are buying up Tyrannosaurus rex fossils at an alarming rate, leaving researchers with limited access to scientifically valuable specimens. A recent study found that more than half of the 61 known T. rex specimens in public museums and trusts are now privately owned. This trend is “dispiriting and exasperating” according to … Read more
Sudan is facing its largest humanitarian crisis globally, with civilians bearing the brunt of a three-year-old civil war that shows no signs of abating. The conflict has claimed tens of thousands of lives, left hundreds of thousands on the brink of famine, and displaced almost 13 million people. The UK hosted ministers from 20 countries … Read more
Pope Francis has authorized a decree to declare Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí “venerable”, marking the first step towards his potential sainthood. The Vatican considers Gaudí, known as “God’s architect” for designing the iconic Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona, as having exhibited “heroic virtues”. This move follows a decades-long campaign to recognize Gaudí’s contributions to Catholicism … Read more
Apple is celebrating its 10-year milestone of the original Apple Watch by offering a limited-edition pin to all Apple Watch owners. The challenge, called Global Close Your Rings Day, encourages users to close their Activity rings on April 24th and earn rewards, including digital stickers and an animated badge. To participate in the challenge, Apple … Read more
US Citizenship for Palestinian Refugee Raises Concerns of Retaliation. A Columbia University student, Mohsen Mahdawi, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Monday during a naturalization interview. The 24-year-old refugee activist was accused of being a “lawful permanent resident” who met all requirements for US citizenship. Mahdawi’s lawyers claim his detention was in … Read more
When it comes to making healthier food choices, many people opt for brown rice over white rice due to its higher nutrient and fiber content. However, recent research from Michigan State University has found that brown rice contains higher levels of arsenic, a naturally occurring toxic substance, compared to white rice in U.S. populations. The … Read more
The Last of Us showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann have defied convention by choosing to add rather than cut content in their adaptation. In Season 1, this approach resulted in significant new material, including the storylines of Bill and Frank, Henry and Sam, and Kathleen. The season’s finale also provided a flashback to Ellie’s … Read more