A federal appeals court has temporarily halted President Donald Trump’s tariffs, restoring the president’s ability to impose the tariffs under emergency powers declared earlier this year. The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit granted a stay, pending further review. The decision reverses a ruling from the Court of International Trade on Wednesday that … Read more
Alcohol consumption has led to a doubling of cancer deaths over the past three decades, according to new research. The analysis, released ahead of the American Society of Clinical Oncology 2025 conference, found that alcohol-associated cancer deaths in the US rose from 11,896 to 23,207 between 1990 and 2021. The study, which used data from … Read more
Synopsys, a leading chip design software maker, has received a letter from the U.S. Commerce Department imposing new restrictions on sales to China. The company cited this as the reason for pulling its guidance for the full fiscal year. It also reported slowing growth in China during the April quarter. The U.S. Commerce Department’s Bureau … Read more
George R.R. Martin has fired back at fans frustrated with his progress on The Winds of Winter, announcing a new animated film adaptation of his friend Howard Waldrop’s book A Dozen Tough Jobs. The author took to his blog to defend his work and express his disappointment in the intense focus on the penultimate book … Read more
Atlanta Braves right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain, according to manager Brian Snitker. The move comes after Smith-Shawver departed in the third inning of today’s doubleheader against the Phillies due to discomfort in his elbow. Smith-Shawver had been pitching well before his injury, and his … Read more
As the 89th legislative session nears its end, Texas lawmakers are rushing to pass bills regulating THC products before Governor Greg Abbott’s desk. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has championed two key bills: one banning consumable THC products and another expanding access to medical-grade cannabis for individuals with chronic pain. Patrick aims to curb what he … Read more
NASA has resolved an issue with its Psyche asteroid mission by switching to a backup propellant line. The problem occurred when a valve in the propellant line malfunctioned, causing pressure to fall and shutting down the spacecraft’s electric thrusters. A solution was found after a May 28 statement revealed that engineers identified a faulty component … Read more
Scientists at the Institute for Advanced Study’s School of Natural Sciences have made a groundbreaking discovery – a possible dwarf planet dubbed “extreme cousin” of Pluto. The object, named 2017 OF201, has an incredibly eccentric orbit around the Sun, taking 25,000 years to complete one cycle. Its size is estimated to be about one-third that … Read more
Forget cardio for a moment! To reverse the effects of aging on the body, focus on strength training. A physiotherapist recommends trying these five exercises, backed by science. You can use your bodyweight or add adjustable dumbbells or weights to increase resistance and intensity. These simple compound exercises can help fight against sarcopenia, muscle mass … Read more
A devastating glacier collapse has buried a Swiss Alpine village, leaving a massive debris field behind. Blatten, home to 300 residents, was engulfed in ice, mud, and rock after the Birch Glacier’s dramatic failure, likely caused by climate change. The community had been evacuated prior to the event, but one resident remains unaccounted for. Satellite … Read more