China has announced that it plans to construct a nuclear plant on the moon in collaboration with Russia by 2035. China and Russia plan to build the International Lunar Research Station, which will be powered by the lunar nuclear plant. This follows China’s plan to become a major player in space research and exploration, aiming...
Apples are universally healthy but they are not equal. Most people are familiar with types like Pink Lady, Gala, Granny Smith, etc. However, there are over 7,500 varieties of apples grown all over the world, according to WSU Tree Fruit. Casual eaters and aficionados alike can differentiate between types and decide on their favorites. Food...
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) recently removed almost $1 billion in claimed savings from its website. No announcement was made. This quiet change raises questions about how the agency reports its work. Since its creation, this efficiency department, led by Elon Musk, has been a key part of the current administration’s promise to cut government...
The clock is ticking on the Real ID deadline that Congress has repeatedly delayed for nearly two decades. Mark your calendar for May 7, 2025. That’s when federal agencies will begin enforcing Real ID requirements for domestic air travel and entry to certain federal facilities. If you’re still carrying around a standard driver’s license without that little star in...
A mother of two undergoes a medical nightmare, complete with a misdiagnosis and an unneeded surgery. In September 2024, Rhian Butlin, 32, suffered “excrutiating” stomach pain. However, her symptoms were dismissed as polycystic ovary syndrome. Two months later, she was rushed to the emergency room in agony and abdominal swelling so severe she looked nine...
Researchers recently discovered that older adults who had taken the shingles vaccine were 20% less likely to develop dementia in the following seven years. The study was led by Stanford Medicine and involved analyzing the health records of older adults in Wales. Published earlier this month in Nature, the study bolsters a new theory that...
Get ready for one of the most thrilling skywatching events of our time. A rare nova, known as T Coronae Borealis, is poised to erupt in the coming year. This extraordinary event, often referred to as the “Blaze Star,” occurs roughly once every 80 years, offering a spectacle that few will see more than once...
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder and the most prevalent form of dementia globally. It affects daily life, adversely hindering memory, cognition, and altering behavior. Alzheimer’s cases are suspected to double in prevalence by 2060, largely due to preventable and modifiable lifestyle factors. Making dietary changes, including what we drink every day, could possibly...
Infidelity is a deeply complex and emotionally charged topic that impacts relationships across cultures and demographics. While societal narratives often paint a simplified picture of cheating, the reality is far more intricate. According to relationship expert Tracey Cox, understanding why women cheat requires examining emotional, psychological, and situational factors. This article explores six key reasons...
The world bids farewell to Pope Francis this Saturday as his simple wooden casket journeys to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome. His contains only a few meaningful items that will accompany him to his final resting place. The 88-year-old pontiff died Monday following a cerebral stroke and heart failure. These carefully selected objects represent both centuries-old...
Pope Francis recently passed away on the 21st of April at the age of 88, leaving his previously held position open. However, if you take a look at the list of potential candidates for the Pope’s succession, you may notice something – they are all male. That’s correct, as usual, the new pontiff will most...
RFK Jr. has some very strange ideas, which are rather concerning, considering his current role in the American government. He has recently been in the news again with his thoughts on autism and those with the condition. Now he is receiving even more backlash because he wanted to obtain access to private medical records and...