A severe heatwave continues to grip large parts of Europe, with temperatures soaring above 40C in several countries. Authorities have issued health warnings and red heat warnings in parts of Portugal, Italy, and Croatia. Spain’s national weather service has reported a new heat record for June, with temperatures reaching 46C in the town of El … Read more
A new COVID-19 variant, “Nimbus” (NB.1.8.1), has emerged in the US and is now the dominant strain, making up 37% of current cases. Detected in at least 22 countries, it’s classified as a “variant under monitoring” by the World Health Organization. The Nimbus variant has been reported in 17 US states, including California, New York, … Read more
As the weather warms up, many of us turn our attention to outdoor cooking, specifically grilling. While traditional barbecuing methods offer a range of flavors and variety, they can be intimidating for those new to the skill or looking to improve their techniques. Fortunately, technology has stepped in to make outdoor cooking easier and more … Read more
Eating prebiotic foods is one of the best ways to support gut health. These foods are high in fiber and feed the beneficial bacteria (probiotics) in the gut, promoting a healthy balance of gut flora. According to Dr. Elizabeth Sharp, MD, IFMCP, and Lauren Manaker, RD, a variety of prebiotic foods can be added to … Read more
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have accidentally stumbled upon a novel material that can pull water from the air without requiring external energy, offering a promising solution for addressing global water scarcity. The breakthrough was made by combining hydrophilic nanopores and hydrophobic polymers, resulting in a unique material that condenses water vapor into tiny … Read more
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami 4-0 in their highly anticipated match in the last 16 of the FIFA Club World Cup at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The win sets up a quarterfinal clash with either Bayern Munich or Flamengo. Joao Neves scored twice for PSG, including a goal in the first half that … Read more
Shohei Ohtani, the two-way superstar, threw the fastest pitch of his career at 101.7 mph in his third mound start for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He worked efficiently, allowing just one hit and one walk over two innings, striking out three batters. The outing was a positive step as he eases back into pitching after … Read more
VA’s Office of Research and Development has released three groundbreaking news briefs showcasing significant research breakthroughs. The first brief highlights a brain-computer interface (BCI) developed by a team that included a Providence VA researcher, allowing an ALS patient to speak instantly with intonation. This innovation demonstrates the potential for BCIs to restore natural speech to … Read more
The upcoming film “M3GAN 2.0” promises an upgrade from its predecessor, but the sequel’s title is a misdirection. The story follows Gemma, the creator of the killer robot M3GAN, as she considers rebuilding her deadly companion due to threats from a renegade robot named AMELIA. The movie’s plot is filled with extraneous narrative threads, including … Read more
A single ticket sold in Virginia matched all six numbers drawn on June 27 to take the prize of $348 million. This is the fourth jackpot win in 2025 and the largest Mega Millions jackpot won by Virginia, surpassing a previous record set in 2016. The new $5 game format has produced more winning tickets … Read more