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Researcher He Jiankui, 35, was sentenced to three years in prison for conducting “illegal medical practices” after he announced that he had genetically edited babies. The court in Shenzhen, China, found the doctor guilty of forging approval documents from ethics review boards in order to manipulate couples, where the man had HIV and his partner...

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Food Journalist

A recent E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder has resulted in one death and ten hospitalizations, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now investigating 49 reported illnesses across ten states. The fast-food giant has swiftly responded by removing the potentially contaminated ingredients from its restaurants in several states as public...

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Wellness Journalist

Death is one of the most difficult topics to address. Most people prefer to avoid it, and hardly anyone knows the correct thing to say when the topic arises. One woman has shared a heartbreaking tale of the moments she lost her son and some helpful phrases to offer comfort to those in end-of-life care. ...

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Science & Technology Journalist

The 16th-century French astrologer and seer Nostradamus, born Michel de Nostredame, has long fascinated the world with his cryptic quatrains. Published in 1555 in Les Prophéties, his predictions spanned topics from natural disasters to political upheavals. While skeptics have questioned the accuracy of these prophecies, others remain convinced of their relevance. Especially when an event...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Retirement should be a time of peace and relaxation, but many retirees find themselves falling prey to scams and hidden financial traps that can derail their plans. Whether it’s fraudsters looking to steal your money or unanticipated costs that sneak up on you, understanding these threats is the first step toward protecting your retirement savings....

Mayukh Saha

Mayukh Saha

Technology Writer

Everyone always talks about how hard long-distance romantic relationships are, but what about long-distance friendships? Sure, video chats and texting are nice, but you can’t necessarily send your BFF a message every single time they cross your mind. Thanks to BFF bracelets, however, you now have a way to connect with your bestie with just...

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

Health & Wellness Journalist