Teens are ditching regular cigarettes. Instead, they are turning to e-cigarettes in huge numbers. Over 2 million middle and high school students in the U. S. are currently using these devices. What is driving this trend? Social media is a big part of the answer. E-cigarettes are everywhere online.
Thanksgiving 2025 is shaping up to be a bit of a weather rollercoaster. Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on a storm system that's expected to bring a mix of rain and snow to parts of the country. While the Northeast might see mostly rain, there's a chance for some snow showers in northern New
Sharks are fascinating creatures. They have been around for millions of years. But we still know very little about them. A group of scientists has been studying sharks for over 50 years. They work out of a research center in Virginia. Their goal is to learn more about these mysterious predators. Th
In a significant move, Mexican officials have captured a key figure believed to be behind the shocking murder of Carlos Manzo, the well-liked mayor of Uruapan. Manzo, known for his outspoken criticism of the government's approach to crime, was tragically killed during a public Day of the Dead event.
Zohran Mamdani, a New York politician, has stirred up a storm by backing Aber Kawas, a Palestinian-American activist running for the New York Assembly. Kawas is known for her strong views, especially one where she downplayed the 9/11 attacks, saying it was just a "couple of people" involved. This h
The push for open borders, often framed as compassionate, has unintended consequences. It fuels illegal activities and puts migrants at risk. Smugglers take advantage of these policies, making millions from desperate people seeking a better life. Migrants face extreme dangers on their journey to th
Cleveland has been testing a high-tech tool called ShotSpotter to detect gunshots. This system is supposed to help police respond quickly to gunfire. Researchers from Cleveland State University looked into over 87, 000 alerts from ShotSpotter. They also talked to people living in the area and police
Coinbase, a major crypto exchange, is stirring up excitement with hints of new features. A well-known tech insider, Jane Manchun Wong, shared screenshots suggesting Coinbase might add prediction markets and stock trading. These screenshots showed a possible integration with Kalshi, a prediction mark
Cancer survivors in the US have a big role in clinical trials. These trials help at every step of cancer care, even after treatment. But how much do survivors know about them? A recent study looked at data from two big sources. One is the Health Information National Trends Survey (HINTS). The other
In a surprising turn of events, a federal judge has strongly criticized his colleagues for releasing their decision in a major Texas redistricting case before he could finish his dissent. Judge Jerry Smith, who serves on the 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals, accused the other judges of acting in bad
