A team of scientists has made a groundbreaking discovery in the Mississippi River, uncovering a fossilized backbone that could belong to the largest mosasaur ever found in the state. The giant sea dragon, estimated to be at least 30 feet long, is believed to have belonged to the Mosasaurus hoffmanni species. According to geologist James … Read more
Researchers say that smoking, heavy drinking, and a lack of exercise can trigger serious health problems as early as age 36. This finding is supported by studies tracking the health of hundreds of children born in 1959 until they were 61. Celebrities like Adele, Emma Stone, Lily Collins, and Glen Powell are among those who … Read more
Access to a website has been denied due to security measures in place. The reason for this denial is the use of automation tools, which may be preventing JavaScript from loading properly or blocking cookies from being set. To regain access, it’s essential to ensure that your browser settings are enabled to allow JavaScript and … Read more
Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, have found a surprising connection between sleep quality and brain atrophy. A 2024 study surveyed 600 adults on their sleep habits and followed up with brain scans a decade later. The results showed that those who struggled with poor sleep had brains that were significantly more atrophied … Read more
Chinese regulators have approved Akeso’s cancer therapy, ivonescimab, for patients with non-small cell lung cancer who test positive for PD-L1 protein. The treatment reduced the risk of tumor progression by 49% compared to Merck’s Keytruda and showed a 22% lower mortality rate in an interim analysis involving 157 patient deaths. Source: https://www.statnews.com/2025/04/25/akeso-wins-chinese-approval-for-cancer-drug-ivonescimab-keytruda-rival
New research from the University of South Australia suggests that regular physical activity can improve cognitive function in older adults. Conducted in partnership with the US-based AdventHealth Research Institute, the study analyzed data from 585 older adults (aged 65-80 years) and found a significant association between moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and better processing speed, working memory, … Read more
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter became the team’s newest member on Thursday after being selected as the second overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The move marked a significant milestone for Hunter, who is considered one of the most unique draft selections in NFL history. Hunter, a two-season veteran at Colorado, was … Read more
A team of Italian health researchers has found an association between regular chicken consumption and a higher risk of early death due to digestive system cancers. The study, published in the journal Nutrients, analyzed data from 4,869 adults living in Italy over a 20-year period. Contrary to previous research, which suggested that eating poultry like … Read more
A line of eager gamers waited overnight outside a Shirley GameStop, with many securing preorders for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console. The console features video and audio chats, game-sharing functions, and can be played both handheld and on a TV screen. Due to President Donald Trump’s tariff announcements, production shifted from China to parts … Read more
Brazil’s former president, Fernando Collor, has been arrested and ordered to begin serving an 8-year, 10-month prison sentence due to his conviction for corruption in 2023. The corruption case involved Collor accepting $3.5 million from a fuel distributor and construction firm in exchange for political support. Collor, who led the country from 1990 to 1992, … Read more