A recent cruise ship disaster shows how diseases can travel in surprising ways. Three people died and others got sick from hantavirus during a trip from Argentina to the Cape Verde islands. The outbreak started on a ship sailing through one of the most extreme environments on Earth. Antarctica isn’t
Jewish groups often debate how to balance their values with political involvement. Some argue faith leaders should stay out of politics entirely. Others believe religious spaces should be used to push political agendas. But history shows mixing religion and politics too closely can backfire—even whe
Over two thousand researchers signed a letter last week warning that getting rid of the National Science Board weakens America’s position against countries like China. The board, created in 1950, used to guide how taxpayer money supports science and engineering research. Its twenty-plus members, app
For a long time, younger Americans stayed cheerful about finding work, even when the economy hit tough times. But now their mood has changed fast. A recent worldwide survey shows young people in the U. S. feel much less hopeful about jobs than older Americans. Only 43% of those aged 15 to 34 think n
A fresh face now leads one of entertainment media’s most watched outlets, giving a local writer a major career boost. The new senior editor joined the team years ago, starting with basic TV reviews before moving up. His big break came from profiling A-list stars like Tina Fey and Steve Martin, work
The New York Mets have begun the season with a disappointing offense. In baseball’s overall rankings, they are near the bottom for hits, doubles, batting average, and on‑base plus slugging. The team struggles to reach base, hit solid singles, or power the ball. A popular broadcaster has called out
Animation has always been a playground for bold sci-fi ideas, and the last five years proved no different. Some of these films take viewers on wild space adventures, while others dive deep into personal struggles within futuristic worlds. One standout is a tale about robots and dogs in 1980s New Yor
Kristoffer Reitan is best known for his own golf trophies, but his sister has quietly built a career behind the scenes that many fans overlook. While Kristoffer swings clubs on the spotlight stage, his sibling has focused on shaping how golf is covered and shared with the world. Instead of chasing c
The idea of stoicism says you should only worry about what you can control. In reality, many things happen without warning: prices rise in war, loved ones die suddenly, and our minds don’t have a reset button. Yet today many people see stoicism as a way to stay calm and succeed. A new versi
The Lakers’ playoff hopes took a serious hit after back-to-back losses to the Thunder. Despite holding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in check, Oklahoma City still won by massive margins—18 points each time. The Thunder’s depth showed when Jalen Williams sat out, proving their ability to adapt without thei
