A measles outbreak has been confirmed in Alabama, with the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) identifying an unvaccinated individual as the source of the case. The person, who was not yet eligible for vaccination, had their first MMR dose between 12 and 15 months old. The ADPH is working to find other unvaccinated individuals … Read more
Apple has published a research paper that suggests AI reasoning models have clear limits when it comes to solving complex problems. The company’s findings undermine developer arguments that these models are useful for tasks traditionally solved by humans. Researchers used complex logic puzzles, such as the Tower of Hanoi, and found that even with full … Read more
A year after a flawed crewed test flight, NASA has yet to determine the next mission for Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner spacecraft. The agency is still studying options for the next flight, expected no earlier than early 2026, and is considering whether it will be crewed or uncrewed. The comments come as the agency assesses system … Read more
A suspected case of measles has been reported in Lee County, Alabama, marking the first reported case of the disease in the state this year. The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is investigating the case and urging citizens to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. According to the ADPH, the person … Read more
A boat carrying aid to Gaza, with climate activist Greta Thunberg on board, was intercepted by Israeli forces in the early hours of the morning. The Madleen, a vessel from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, docked at Israel’s Port of Ashdod after being seized. Thunberg and 11 other passengers underwent medical examinations. The activists claimed they … Read more
The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, as well as Seattle on the US West Coast, are facing significant delays in shipping due to ongoing trade tensions. Since President Donald Trump’s trade war began, these ports have seen a drastic drop in cargo shipments. Typically, about a dozen ships arrive at the Port of … Read more
The reliability of U.S. economic data is causing concerns among investors waiting for the next Fed rate cut. Surveys on consumer sentiment often conflict with hard labor market data, making it difficult to gauge the economy’s true state. This growing uncertainty could impact market decisions. Doubts about the quality of U.S. economic reports are creeping … Read more
The iconic New York rap group Wu-Tang Clan has released their first video game, Wu-Tang: Shaolin Style, 25 years ago. Now, they’re back with a new project called Rise of the Deceiver, announced at Summer Game Fest and their farewell tour opening performance. Developed by Brass Lion Entertainment, Rise of the Deceiver is an action … Read more
Naomi Green, a student at Jackson State University, wishes she had witnessed more proactive conversations about HIV/AIDS, consent, bodily autonomy, and sexual health during her time at school. She shared her reflections with the audience at the 17th Annual Jackson Black Pride health symposium. Green works with the organization Black Ladies in Public Health to … Read more
Brent Franson, a 43-year-old inventor, created an app called Death Clock that analyzes a person’s body metrics and lifestyle to predict their death date. He was shocked when the app projected his demise at 76 years old, with Alzheimer’s disease being the most likely cause. Franson had become addicted to antidepressants and sedatives in his … Read more