A new study published in Nature Medicine has identified previously undetectable biomarkers in the gut microbiome that may predict chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and long COVID. The research, conducted by a team of scientists led by Dr. Julia Oh, used an artificial intelligence platform to analyze data from 249 individuals with ME/CFS. The study found … Read more
A paper published in Science 15 years ago, claiming to describe a microbe that could substitute arsenic for phosphate in its chemical makeup, has been retracted due to concerns over contamination. The journal cited “expanded” criteria for retraction, but the authors stand by their findings and disagree with the decision. The paper, which was published … Read more
The European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) human medicines committee has recommended the approval of 13 new medicines for use in the European Union. The medicines, which include treatments for rare genetic disorders, cancer, and infectious diseases, were approved after a thorough review by the EMA’s safety and efficacy committees. Among the newly approved medicines are Aqneursa, … Read more
US companies are initially passing on increased costs from tariffs to consumers, but experts warn that this may not last. President Donald Trump’s steep levies on imports have led economists to expect American businesses to raise prices to offset the higher costs. Currently, domestic companies seem to be absorbing the hit, with smaller profit margins … Read more
Samsung Electronics has launched its latest lineup of foldable smartphones and smartwatches, designed to deliver a new level of innovation and convenience. The Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 are the latest additions to Samsung’s foldable smartphone series, while the Galaxy Watch8 series completes the company’s wearable portfolio. Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z … Read more
Two bankers, Tom Hayes and Carlo Palombo, were convicted of manipulating LIBOR and EURIBOR benchmarks, respectively. Their convictions raised questions about the fairness of the legal system in Britain. Hayes, a former employee at UBS and Citigroup, was initially sentenced to 14 years in prison for his role in manipulating LIBOR. He was later released … Read more
Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte toured President Trump’s under-construction headquarters, but the real focus was on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s future. While Trump toned down his calls for Powell’s resignation, Pulte increased the pressure. “I remain optimistic that Jerome Powell will do the right thing,” said Pulte in a social media … Read more
Senegal has formally signed the US-led Artemis Accords, becoming the 56th member of this space exploration framework. The signing ceremony took place on July 24, 2025, at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C., marking a significant moment for West Africa’s commitment to science, technology, and space diplomacy. The event brought together key figures from Senegal and … Read more
Paramount Global, parent company of CBS, Paramount Pictures, and other media outlets, has completed its merger with Skydance Media after over a year of uncertainty. The deal was announced in July 2024 but faced significant regulatory hurdles, including a politically charged lawsuit targeting “60 Minutes” and a controversy surrounding the cancellation of “The Late Show … Read more
A recently detected object in our solar system, 3I/ATLAS, has sparked debate among scientists about its origins. According to Harvard University professor Avi Loeb, the object could be an alien technology piece, while others believe it’s just a natural comet. Loeb points out that 3I/ATLAS’ trajectory, size, and behavior don’t match any known comets or … Read more