El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly has approved constitutional changes allowing indefinite presidential reelection and extending presidential terms to six years. The moves were proposed by lawmakers from President Nayib Bukele’s party, who hold a supermajority in the assembly. The changes include eliminating the second round of elections, where the top two vote-getters face off, as well … Read more
A flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters is spreading rapidly across Louisiana, hospitalizing 17 people and killing four this year. According to Dr. Theresa Sokol, a state epidemiologist, the risk of infection is increasing due to rising temperatures. Vibrio Vulnificus thrives in brackish or saltwater, which can cause severe illness and death if not … Read more
The popular “Sex and the City” spinoff, “And Just Like That…,” will come to an end with its third season finale, according to executive producer Michael Patrick King. The series, which premiered in 2021, has received widespread criticism for its character development, plot inconsistencies, and reliance on nostalgia. Fans are sharing mixed reactions to the … Read more
Early-onset gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, diagnosed before age 50, are on the rise globally, with colorectal cancer being the most common type, according to a recent review published in JAMA. The authors emphasize the need for enhanced prevention strategies and early detection to address this alarming trend. Early-onset GI cancers, including breast cancer, gastric, pancreatic, esophageal, … Read more
Microsoft has abandoned its mobile app Authenticator for managing user IDs and passwords, instead pushing users towards its Edge browser. The new strategy is part of the company’s broader shift towards using passkeys over traditional passwords. While Authenticator will continue to support passkeys, it cannot be relied upon as a comprehensive passkey manager. Users who … Read more
Legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan has passed away at 71 due to acute myocardial infarction (heart attack). His death serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining heart health through regular exercise. Hogan was known for his fitness and active lifestyle, despite having had 25 surgeries in 10 years. However, too much muscle can increase … Read more
Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer is facing a new challenge as party infighting over his stance on Palestine escalates. The attacks on Israel that took place on October 7th, 2023, coincided with the Labour conference and highlighted the party’s deep divisions on the issue. Starmer’s decision to stand for a moment’s silence in memory … Read more
Ukraine’s Parliament has approved a new law restoring independence to anti-corruption agencies. The move comes after public outcry and pressure from the European Union (EU), which had frozen $1.7 billion in aid due to concerns over the weakening of these agencies. The EU views these agencies as crucial to Ukraine’s institutional reforms and membership with … Read more
US-China trade talks have stalled after a meeting in Stockholm, Sweden, where top officials failed to agree on extending a 90-day tariff pause. The latest round of talks comes as the US has introduced new reciprocal tariffs on imports from dozens of countries, with most nations facing higher duties. The US has also imposed new … Read more
A new study has found that around age 50, tissues and organs in the human body begin to age faster. Researchers in China analyzed samples from 516 human tissues and 76 Chinese organ donors to discover this turning point. The findings suggest that aging is not a linear process but rather a whole-body phenomenon. Key … Read more