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...

Once associated with older individuals, rates of stomach cancer rates in young adults have dramatically risen in the last several years. This contrasts with the overall steady decline of stomach cancer rates in the United States over the last two decades. New research has indicated that there is a shift towards earlier detection, which could...

The transition to retirement represents the finish line after decades in the workforce. Many count down the years until this milestone arrives. Yet for all its promise of freedom, this major life change often brings something less expected: social disconnection. As one researcher notes, “The misery and suffering caused by chronic loneliness are very real...

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...

Skin cancer is caused by the growth of abnormal cells in your skin tissues. It is the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer in the United States. In fact, around one in every five individuals will be diagnosed with skin cancer at some point in their lives. However, skin cancer is also among the most...

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....

The Walmart tiny home trend just got a serious upgrade, and it’s honestly pretty exciting. For less than $30,000, you can now buy a modern, two-story prefab house right off Walmart’s website. It’s compact, sleek, and ships flat-packed so it can be assembled wherever you need it. With housing prices still sky-high and rental costs...

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...