For decades, our solar system was thought to have nine planets, with Pluto considered the smallest and farthest. But in 2006, Pluto was officially reclassified as a dwarf planet by the International Astronomical Union. Since then, we’ve become used to saying there are eight planets. Now, however, some scientists believe there could actually be a...
The United States is preparing to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Mexico and Canada. With matches planned across major American cities, the tournament will attract millions of fans from nearly 100 countries. However, recent comments from U.S. Senator and Vice President JD Vance have stirred controversy and raised concerns about the tone of...
In a surprising move, Pope Leo XIV’s brother has spoken out against former U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions. He said, “I can’t stay quiet,” and made it clear that he disagrees with how Trump handled certain issues, especially immigration. This comes just days after Pope Leo XIV made his own comments. While the pope said...
Crime experts at Northeastern University are pushing back against social media rumors about a supposed New England serial killer. They say that the evidence from the 12 recent deaths across three states doesn’t support the serial killer narrative. Professor James Alan Fox, who oversees the Associated Press/USA TODAY/Northeastern University Mass Killing Database, also notes, “The evidence...
Blood clots are a serious health problem, any medical or health expert will tell you that. Also known as a thrombi, blood clots can cut off blood flow, travel throughout the body, and cause the potential cut-off of vital blood and oxygen to crucial organs, such as the heart, lungs, or even brain. The result...
Scientists have discovered cannabidiol (CBD), one of the active compounds, traditionally found in cannabis, in an unexpected source. A common Brazilian shrub, which is often considered a weed, known as Trema micrantha blume could present a new potential alternative to cannabidiol. This discovery, led by molecular biologist Rodrigo Moura Neto and his team at the...
Quantum theory explains a phenomenon that occurs in an incredibly short space of time. Scientists, over many decades, have been researching the quantum realm to understand how it works better. From improving quantum computing, to unhackable communication, the implications are extensive. For years, physicists have treated entanglement as almost “instantaneous” and not pinning down its...
Dementia refers to a class of neurodegenerative illnesses that adversely affect cognitive abilities such as focus, memory, reasoning and personality. It leads to cognitive decline in affected individuals. Dementia risk is becoming increasingly common. The WHO estimates that those affected by dementia-related illnesses will triple from 50 million to 152 million by the year 2025....
In April 2025, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) officially recognized a new form called type 5 diabetes. At the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) World Diabetes Congress 2025 held in Bangkok, Thailand, IDF President Professor Peter Schwarz announced the formation of a new working group dedicated to type 5 diabetes, a form of diabetes linked to...
Bill Gates and Elon Musk are regarded as the two most influential tech entrepreneurs of our time. While they both acquired their wealth through their contributions to the advancement of technology, they differ significantly in their outlook towards philanthropy. Elon Musk’s current net worth is estimated to be around $395,6 billion, while Bill Gates’ is...
Catherine Fitts, who once worked in the White House, claims the government quietly spent trillions of dollars to build a massive secret underground city beneath the United States. She claims officials hid this money from public view. These funds allegedly went toward building large underground facilities. Fitts states her insider knowledge raises serious questions about...
A chilling message from a federal air traffic controller has cast a spotlight on Newark airport: “Don’t fly into Newark.” These words didn’t come from an angry traveler or a frustrated employee. Instead, they came from someone at the center of the system, a person responsible for keeping planes safely in the air. For millions...
