A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) reveals that the health of U.S. children has deteriorated over nearly two decades, with increasing rates of obesity, chronic diseases, and mental health problems like depression. Researchers found that kids today are more likely to have these conditions than their peers from … Read more
As summer deepens in the Northern Hemisphere, Scorpius the Scorpion becomes visible each evening, rising with the galactic core of the Milky Way. This constellation offers several notable objects to observe during the warmer months. Notable Objects in July: 1. Antares: A supergiant star with a reddish hue, easily visible to the naked eye. It … Read more
US President Donald Trump shared screenshots of signed form letters announcing new tariff rates for imports from Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, South Africa, Laos, and Myanmar, as well as additional countries including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Tunisia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Serbia, Cambodia, and Thailand. The tariffs range from 25% to 40%, with some countries facing even … Read more
US President Donald Trump is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday over a potential peace deal in Gaza, following a recent ceasefire with Iran. The 60-day truce, which includes the release of 10 live Israeli hostages and 18 deceased ones, aims to ease tensions and pave the way for a bigger … Read more
Researchers have discovered that a specialized vitamin D3 nanoemulsion significantly improves core autism symptoms in children, with improved outcomes compared to traditional supplements. A recent study found that 80 children with confirmed autism diagnoses between the ages of 3 and 6 years old received either the nanoemulsion version or a standard supplement. The results showed … Read more
For recent college graduates, the job market can be daunting. Eight Americans who completed their degrees during the Great Recession in 2007-2010 share their experiences and advice for navigating this challenging landscape. The unemployment rate among recent graduates is higher than ever, with 5.8% of those aged 22-27 out of work compared to 4% of … Read more
NASA astronaut Nichole ‘Vapor’ Ayers recently captured an extraordinary photo of a sprite, a rare and elusive form of lightning, while on board the International Space Station. The image was taken during a spacewalk over Mexico and the US, where Ayers spotted the sprite amidst intense electrical activity in a thunderstorm. A sprites are Transient … Read more
Former U.S. ambassadors to Romania Mark Gitenstein, Adrian Zuckerman, and Jim Rosapepe share a common experience with Russian President Vladimir Putin – his invasion attempts have failed so far. However, what’s less known is that Putin recently launched a new type of aggression against Romania, this time using social media. In 2022, Putin invaded Ukraine, … Read more
Apogee Therapeutics has announced that its experimental antibody treatment, APG777, has successfully alleviated symptoms of atopic dermatitis in a mid-stage clinical trial. The treatment demonstrated efficacy comparable to two existing market treatments, Dupixent and Ebglyss, while offering a more convenient dosing schedule every 2-4 months compared to the twice-monthly and monthly injections of its competitors. … Read more
Retail investors worldwide traded a record $6.6 trillion worth of stocks during the first half of 2025, driven by uncertainty and volatility in global markets. Tariffs, ongoing wars, and political tensions contributed to this massive trading volume. According to data from Nasdaq, individual retail investors bought $3.4 trillion worth of stocks, while selling $3.2 trillion, … Read more