Can Plant-Based Diet Boost Longevity and Climate Sustainability?

A diet that combines elements of Mediterranean eating with a focus on whole grains, vegetables, healthy fats, and moderate dairy consumption may hold the key to promoting longevity and reducing our environmental footprint. The Planetary Health Diet (PHD) has gained attention from 37 global experts who have found it lowers disease risk and supports climate … Read more

BlackRock CEO Warns CEOs of Recession Looming

Larry Fink, co-founder and CEO of BlackRock, says many CEOs already see a recession coming. As someone closely tied to policymakers and prominent business leaders, Fink’s views carry significant weight with investors. This statement reflects the growing concerns among corporate executives about the state of the economy, which is taking steps towards a potential downturn. … Read more

Ovechkin Inches Closer to NHL Goals Record

NHL star Alex Ovechkin kept scoring in his pursuit of the record, and Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov couldn’t help but draw comparisons to basketball legend Michael Jordan. Kucherov said that watching “The Last Dance” documentary made him realize that Ovechkin is driven by a desire to break records and prove himself. This mindset … Read more

Harvard Governor Explains Phillips Curve on Inflation Dynamics

Harvard University’s Ec10b Principles of Economics class heard a lecture on inflation dynamics and the Phillips Curve from Governor Adriana D. Kugler on April 7, 2025. The governor discussed how pandemic-era inflation occurred in distinct waves, including food, core goods, services, and housing. She introduced the Phillips curve as a model to capture inflation dynamics. … Read more

China State Firms Pledge to Calm Markets with Share Buys

China’s state holding companies have vowed to increase share investments as the country steps up efforts to stabilize its stock market. The announcements come after US tariffs were imposed on Chinese goods, fueling fears of a global recession. Chinese state fund Central Huijin said it would boost share holdings to steady markets. On Tuesday, several … Read more

Congo’s Capital Flooded, at Least 22 Killed

Heavy rains caused major flooding in Kinshasa, killing at least 22 people, with most fatalities due to collapsing walls. The main road to the airport has reopened, but officials worry about its impact on trade. This is not the first time Kinshasa has experienced severe flooding, with similar incidents occurring in 2022 that killed over … Read more

Early Life Adversity Linked to Weaker Brain Connections

Research has shown that early-life experiences can have a lasting impact on brain development, particularly in the connections between different brain regions known as white matter. A new study published in PNAS found that children who experienced adversity in early life had weaker white matter connections across their brains, which may contribute to lower cognitive … Read more

Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Sell Out in Minutes

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are selling out rapidly, defying calls to “drop the price” despite the console’s high cost. The $449 launch price, alongside the $80 cost of the flagship game Mario Kart World, has sparked controversy among gamers. However, despite initial backlash, the demand for the Switch 2 remains strong, with pre-orders selling out … Read more

Exclusive iOS 19 Leak Reveals Squircle Icons and Design Tweaks

Apple operating systems rarely leak, but Jon Prosser has shared a recent build of iOS 19 with some significant design tweaks. The new UI features more-rounded squircle icons, reflective elements, and a redesigned TabView UI. According to Prosser, the Home Screen app icons are now more rounded, similar to those used by Android skins. However, … Read more

Tesla Shares Plummet Amid Growing Concerns Over Musk’s Role

Analysts are slashing their price targets for Tesla, citing concerns over CEO Elon Musk’s polarizing role in the Trump administration. Noted market analyst Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities reduced his 12-month target by 43% to $315, sending shares down over 7%. The move follows a drop in quarterly sales and growing recession fears tied to … Read more