You have most likely heard of Ozempic in the tabloids recently. It appears that many celebrities have been using it to lose weight in the last few years. However, this is not what the drug was designed for, and the FDA has not approved its use for this purpose. It is usually prescribed by a...
A new children’s book is making headlines in the UK for its bold version of ancient history. Brilliant Black British History, written by author Atinuke, claims that Britain was once a Black country and that Black people built Stonehenge. This claim about Stonehenge’s origins challenges long-held views and has sparked a heated debate. While the...
A veteran hacker with over 30 years of experience on the dark web recently shared his incredible story. Once a hacker himself, he now works on the frontlines of cybersecurity. He recently appeared on a VICE documentary, wearing a mask to conceal his true identity. In the documentary, he shared some of the worst things...
What started as a protest in Canada has evolved into a growing international campaign focused on avoiding US brands. Sparked by frustration with American trade policies and political tensions, consumers across Europe are now choosing local alternatives. From fast food chains to tech giants, people are rejecting American products in favor of ones that better...
Rates of Parkinson’s disease continue to rise around the world annually. According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, around 1,1 million people live with the disease in the United States alone. There are around 10 million people living with Parkinson’s globally, and this number is anticipated to reach 20 million by 2050. The causes of this progressive...
Massachusetts Rep. Jim McGovern and his family are mourning the loss of his daughter Molly. The 23-year-old college student died suddenly on April 23, 2025, while visiting friends in Assisi, Italy. Molly had been fighting a rare form of cancer since 2019. Despite her health challenges, she lived life to the fullest until her unexpected...
Taurine is a naturally occurring amino acid that is found throughout the body. Most commonly found in the brain, heart, muscles, and bone marrow. Adults synthesize taurine, but people also commonly obtain it from foods like meat, fish, and eggs. Many energy drinks and protein supplements prominently add taurine. People commonly use taurine supplements to...
On May 8, 2025, history turned a page as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected to the papacy, becoming Pope Leo XIV, the first American ever to lead the Roman Catholic Church. His appointment immediately captured the world’s attention. The Pope’s message to America was eagerly anticipated by many. However, it wasn’t just the historic...
Science has long dismissed ancient mystic’s claims of an “aura” emanating from life forms as pseudoscience. But new research from the University of Calgary and the National Research Council of Canada sheds new light on life. Their study, published in The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, reveals that all living things emit faint light. This...
For thousands of years, humans have turned to nature’s pharmacy in search of healing, comfort, and vitality. Medicinal leaves, in particular, stand out as humble yet powerful remedies for varieties of ailments. Across continents and cultures, people have plucked leaves from their gardens, forests, and fields. They have brewed them into teas, crushed them into...
Vaping has often been promoted as a safer alternative to smoking. However, the experience of Loyda Cordero Faliero, a 39-year-old mother from Franklinville, New York, refutes this assumption. After quitting cigarettes and switching to vaping, Faliero developed severe lung complications. She developed air pockets in the walls of her lungs, which completely shifted her way...
China aims to become a world leader in the field of renewable energy, particularly in regard to solar power. In fact, in recent years, it has almost completely monopolized panel production and solar energy globally. The country is installing solar power projects in a range of different terrains, from deserts to mudflats, in an effort...