Planning for a holiday can be a stressful endeavor, and even more stressful when planning flights. Budgeting for flight expenses always seems like a gamble, with the safest bets being on over budgeting to protect you from those hidden expenses. For many years, European travelers wishing to fly often were met with costly surprises on...
The Trump administration is looking at revisiting the scheduling of marijuana which has sparked debate amongst the public and experts alike. The drug is still illegal at the federal level, but 24 states have legalized it for recreational use, and many more permit medical cannabis. President Trump stated in an interview on August 11th that...
Michelle Pfeiffer, known for her private lifestyle and renowned acting career, shocked her followers with a rare and controversial comment. In an uncharacteristic move, the actress claimed Bill Gates could play a role in contaminating the American food supply. This came as a surprise to many on social media as Pfeiffer is usually reserved, keeping...
A 25-year-old mother from Florida, Cloey Eyes, is raising alarms about vaping after experiencing ‘popcorn lung’-type symptoms from 2 years of use. She woke at 2:30 a.m. with sharp chest pains and believed she was experiencing a heart attack. Terrified and struggling to breathe, she struck her chest repeatedly in an attempt to catch her...
Scientists are issuing new health warnings amidst concerns about the growing strength of cannabis today. According to a new Canadian study, levels of THC have increased significantly in cannabis markets. THC is the primary psychoactive compound responsible for the ‘high’, psychedelic feeling. In the early 2000s, THC levels in cannabis were at an average of...
After 10 years without sight, Gail Lane, a 75-year-old woman from Victoria, B.C., has regained her vision. She can now see again thanks to a tooth surgically placed into her eye socket. Lane underwent osteo-odonto keratoprosthesis, a rare “tooth-in-eye” surgery, at Mount Saint Joseph Hospital in Vancouver. She was 1 of 3 Canadians to receive...
A growing number of Americans are beginning to use a new trending supplement called kratom. According to the FDA kratom is derived from a leaf of the same name from a tree native to Southeast Asia. If you have ever navigated through wellness social media circles or visited supplement stores, you may have come across...
The gorgeous Pacific island nation of Tuvalu faces complete submersion by 2050. It becomes the first country on Earth forced to permanently evacuate due to rising sea levels caused by climate change. Sea levels around Tuvalu have risen 15 centimeters over the past 30 years. For perspective, that is one and a half times higher...
Scientific research is usually executed to find or test specific results; however, surprises do occur, leading to unintended discoveries. This accidental discovery happened when scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder were studying atmospheric particles over the field of Oklahoma. The team originally aimed to study aerosol particle formation and growth in agricultural regions. Instead,...
Health and Human Service Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is in hot water after making controversial remarks regarding vaccine schedules for Black Americans. RFK Jr., who has a history of anti-vaccination remarks, is opting to change the public health system that will negatively impact Black Americans. In 2021, RFK Jr. received intense backlash for his...
“History Is Written by the Victors” a quote attributed to Winston Churchill holds prescient when it comes to the retelling of history’s heroes. While the true origin of the quote is contested, the sentiment is carried throughout history, even for history’s heroes. We recognise the worst people in history for their atrocities yet we tend...
When we think of the world’s deadliest substances, we imagine industrial-grade substances like lead or arsenic. We assume the only way to face exposure is through actively coming into contact with it. Moreover, obtaining these deadly substances would most likely require considerable effort and legal oversight. However, your favorite snack at the cinema could contain...
