Summer COVID Surge: ‘Razor Blade Throat’ Variant Spreads Across US

A recent surge in COVID-19 cases, largely driven by the dominant variant NB.1.8.1, or “Nimbus,” has raised concerns among health experts. According to Neil Maniar, director of Northeastern University’s master of public health program, the variant is associated with symptoms such as a runny nose, headache, fatigue, and most notably, a piercing sore throat often … Read more

Chikungunya Outbreak in China Sparks CDC Travel Warning

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a travel warning for the Guangdong Province in China, where a mosquito-borne illness called chikungunya has infected over 7,000 people since June 2025. The outbreak is linked to monsoon flooding that created ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes. The CDC emphasizes that vaccination is available … Read more

France Tightens Visa Rules for Algerian Diplomats Amid Deportation Dispute

France is set to tighten visa requirements for Algerian diplomats as a deportation dispute with Algeria escalates. In a letter to his Prime Minister, French President Emmanuel Macron has requested that the government suspend an agreement exempting diplomatic and official passport holders from visa requirements. This move comes after tensions between Paris and Algiers deteriorated … Read more

McLaren Embraces Equal Driver Approach to Counter Future Title Threats

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown says the team recognizes the risks of not favoring one driver over another, but believes the long-term benefits outweigh the potential consequences. By giving equal opportunities to both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, McLaren aims to maintain a positive relationship between its drivers and reduce the risk of losing a … Read more

Mina the Hollower Coming to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

Nintendo has announced that top-down adventure game Mina the Hollower will be released on both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 consoles. The game’s release date is set for October 31, 2025, alongside its previously announced PC version. A demo of the game is currently available on both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch … Read more

New Evidence Suggests Reoccupation of Pompeii After Eruption

Archaeologists have discovered new evidence pointing to the reoccupation of Pompeii after the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The findings, announced by the site’s directors, reveal that some survivors returned to the city despite its massive destruction, and were joined by others seeking a place to settle amidst the ruins. According to … Read more

NASA and SpaceX Delay Crew-10 Return Due to Weather Concerns

NASA has delayed the return of its Crew-10 mission to Earth due to high winds forecasted for the splashdown locations off the coast of California. The Crew Dragon spacecraft, named Endurance, was initially scheduled to undock from the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday at 6:05 p.m. EDT and splash down 17.5 hours later. SpaceX … Read more

Potatoes: America’s Favorite Vegetable Despite Nutritional Misconceptions

The potato is the most popular vegetable in the US, with Americans consuming nearly 50 pounds per year. However, despite its nutritional benefits, potatoes are often misunderstood. According to Marion Nestle, a nutrition expert at New York University, “potatoes have long been associated with poor health.” This misconception may be due to their high glycemic … Read more

Kennedy’s Vaccine Injury Program Vow Raises Anti-Vaccine Fears

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to overhaul the federal vaccine injury compensation program, sparking concerns from experts that his changes may reflect his history in the anti-vaccine movement. The program, created in 1986 as a no-fault payment system for vaccine injuries, has a backlog of cases and critics say it is “too … Read more