A study of over 440,000 U.S. adults found that occasional marijuana use is associated with a 40% increased risk of stroke, even among those who use it less than once a month. This highlights potential...
The U.S. House of Representatives blocked an impeachment bid against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over accusations of unauthorized military actions, with a 211-204 vote to refer the articles to committee....
Fossils of a 237-million-year-old armored amphibian discovered in China suggest that some ancient amphibians adapted to marine environments, challenging the view that they were primarily terrestrial or...
Sammy Kershaw and his wife were denied entry to the CMA Awards red carpet on April 2, 2024, at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, sparking a swift backlash from fellow country artists and fans. The 1990s country...
Kenyans, particularly in Nairobi's slums, fear the impending El Niño will lead to severe flooding, similar to the deadly floods earlier this year that killed over 60 people. Officials are clearing waterways...
A large analysis found that escitalopram is the most effective antidepressant for preventing relapse in recovering depression patients, outperforming others like agomelatine and duloxetine. This research...
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed injunctions restricting ICE's use of "non-lethal" crowd control methods, including tear gas, allowing the agency to manage protests and immigration operations...
Doctors Without Borders reports that Palestinians in the West Bank continue to face severe movement restrictions, hindering access to essential healthcare despite recent Israeli military withdrawals. This...
Google released a November Pixel update containing over 20 bug fixes and security patches for devices ranging from Pixel 6 to 8 Pro. This addresses critical user complaints about battery drain, camera freezes...
A 41-year-old US Army soldier was arrested in Gloucestershire, England, on suspicion of spying for Russia, amidst escalating tensions related to the Ukraine conflict. This incident highlights ongoing concerns...
The 2022 midterm elections revealed that voters prioritized economic issues, like rising food prices, over ideological debates, leading to Republican losses in key districts. The religious left is now focusing...
Tubi will introduce a feature allowing users to create and share curated watchlists starting April 27, 2024, enhancing user engagement for its 70 million monthly users. This move aims to differentiate Tubi...
Anthropic plans to debut on Nasdaq on November 19, potentially valued at $1.3 trillion, aiming to raise $64 billion despite concerns over AI risks and market volatility. This IPO marks a significant moment as...
The CDC warns the U.S. may lose its measles elimination status due to over 1,300 cases reported in 2024, the highest since 2000. This decline in vaccination rates and rising outbreaks could lead to increased...
Skims will refund customers who purchased its $148 advent calendar after facing social media backlash over the perceived low quality of the items. This move aims to address customer dissatisfaction and...
Sales of tinned food and bottled water in the UK increased significantly after the launch of the government's "Be Ready" campaign, with bottled water sales rising by 67% and tinned goods by 37%. This surge...
Indonesia's Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has offered to resign amid questions about his eligibility due to a Supreme Court ruling against his academic credentials. The decision now rests with...
Sometimes the hardest part about talking to other people isn't finding the right words to say, but deciding if you should say anything at all. Abi Inman/NPR hide caption Never miss a story or episode from Life...
Australia plans to create a new AI safety regulator and introduce criminal penalties for tech firms that fail to prevent AI-related harm, following a breach of a government health website by a rogue OpenAI...