Peter Schiff, a well-known economist, has some strong opinions about why buying a home in the U. S. is becoming increasingly difficult. He points the finger at two big names in the housing market: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. According to Schiff, these institutions aren't helping people afford homes;
Let's dive into something important: weed and trying to have a baby. Recent findings suggest that THC, the part of weed that makes you feel high, might not be the best for women wanting to start a family. Researchers checked out over 1, 000 samples from women undergoing fertility treatments. They n
Denisovans, long-gone relatives of modern humans, left a lasting mark on our DNA. Their genes are still present in people from East and Southeast Asia. But how did the places they lived shape our ability to fight off diseases? That's the question scientists set out to answer. They looked at three s
In Bowie, a mother named Anjolene Smack-Whaley has seen a big change in her 24-year-old son. He is on the autism spectrum and used to have trouble controlling his anger and emotions. He would make loud noises, threaten to do things, and even run outside. This was hard for her to handle, especially s
The Epstein case has brought up some big questions about power and justice. Two politicians, one from each side, are pushing hard to make all the files public. They say it's not about politics. It's about doing what's right. Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican, thinks hiding the truth would be a mista
Gaming is not just fun; it can also improve life quality and social connections for people with physical disabilities. But what makes it easy or hard for them to start and keep playing? A recent study looked into this. The study asked 256 gamers with physical disabilities about their experiences. I
Buying a home has been tough lately. Prices keep going up, and so do mortgage rates. But there's some good news. Experts think things might get better by 2030. First, let's talk about what "normal" means. A home is usually considered affordable if it costs about 30% of your income. That's the stand
Dementia is becoming more common, and so is the need for care. But what does good care look like, especially at the end of life? This is a big question. Right now, care often focuses on helping people stay active and independent. This works well in the early stages of dementia. But what about when p
In today's America, being a victim has become a powerful tool. It can justify actions that would otherwise be unacceptable. Take the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Instead of facing criticism, Mangione was turned into a folk hero in a musical c
Taiwan has a new economy minister, and he's no stranger to the tech world. Kung Ming-hsin, who recently served as the cabinet secretary-general, has been tapped to lead the country's economic strategy. Before that, he was on the board of TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker, representing the governme
