Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vocal opposition to fluoridation in public drinking water has sparked a heated debate among dentists and health experts, who argue that his stance could lead to increased cavities and other dental problems in low-income communities. Kennedy’s claim that fluoride can cause more cavities is not supported by scientific evidence, but his … Read more
Tesla has finally entered the Indian market with its first showroom in Mumbai, but at a steep price tag of around $71,000 for its Model Y car. The company is facing challenges in the global market due to slumping sales and Elon Musk’s political entanglements. However, entering India could be a boost for Tesla as … Read more
Apple is expected to announce its iPhone 17 lineup during the week of September 8, with dates falling between September 8-12. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the company traditionally schedules its events after Labor Day and avoids Fridays. Analysis of past events suggests Tuesdays and Wednesdays are the most likely days for the unveiling. This … Read more
Israel launched fresh strikes on Syrian government forces advancing towards the southern city of Suwayda, where clashes between Druze forces and Bedouin tribes left 30 people dead and injured dozens more. The violence prompted an intervention by the Syrian government, which lost 18 soldiers in the clashes. Islamist forces allied with the Syrian government joined … Read more
A resident of northern Arizona has died from pneumonic plague, the first recorded death since 2007. The victim, whose identity has not been released, died in Coconino County, which includes Flagstaff. Pneumonic plague is a rare bacterial infection that can be deadly and easily treatable with antibiotics. It spreads through infected flea bites or contact … Read more
Jamie Dimon, JP Morgan Chase CEO and Chairman of the JPMorgan US Financial Industry Committee, is defending the independence of the Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell amidst President Donald Trump’s repeated calls for interest rate cuts. Trump has criticized Powell, calling him “very dumb” and urging him to slash rates. However, Dimon said that Fed … Read more
Meet Shana Goffredi, an associate professor of Biology at Occidental College in Los Angeles, California. She has made a groundbreaking discovery about a new sea spider species found deep beneath the ocean surface. These underwater arthropods thrive in extreme conditions, with temperatures near freezing and no light. But what sets them apart is their unique … Read more
Israeli air strikes in Lebanon’s eastern Bekaa Valley have killed at least 12 people, including seven Syrians and three Lebanese. The strikes targeted military compounds belonging to the Hezbollah group, including training camps affiliated with its elite Radwan Force. The attacks came days after a ceasefire ended a year of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. … Read more
The first day of the MLB Draft is behind us, and we can assess what stood out. From teams to players to positions, here are my biggest winners and losers after the first three rounds on Sunday. The Baltimore Orioles were clear winners of Day 1, securing six picks among the first 69 selections, including … Read more
Bungie has released a new year for its popular game, Destiny 2, known as the “Year of Prophecy”. The expansion includes various updates to enhance gameplay, rewards, and social features. One notable change is that players can now play the game’s content for free without purchasing it. For those who prefer to spend money on … Read more