Di‑2‑ethylhexylphthalate, a chemical that softens plastic, may be behind almost two million preterm births each year. A study by researchers in New York used data from 200 countries to estimate that 1. 97 million premature deliveries in 2018 were connected to mothers exposed to this substance, about
This week, a quiet meeting between big banks and crypto companies could shape how Americans use digital money next year. A small team will review a new Senate proposal that tries to balance two very different worlds: traditional finance and the fast-moving crypto market. The debate isn’t about wheth
Many medical professionals update their skills through structured learning called continuing professional development (CPD). In South Africa, doctors must complete CPD to keep their licenses valid. For years, journals have been one traditional way they do this. Between 2020 and 2025, a review looked
A year after big tariffs were introduced, new rules now target drug prices and metals imports. The changes aim to revive duties lost when courts blocked earlier moves. Foreign drugmakers must agree to price cuts and build U. S. plants to avoid steep taxes. If they only move some production, they fac
A new oral medication could soon offer people with severe plaque psoriasis a convenient alternative to injections. Clinical trials carried out in 21 countries involved almost 1, 800 adults with moderate‑to‑severe disease. When the drug called zasocitinib was taken once a day, about 70 percent
Many people think a big TV means a huge bill. A new sale from a major retailer is cutting prices on screens 75 inches and larger by up to half. That means you can get a massive picture for less than the usual cost, and if you’ve been dreaming of a home theater, now is the moment to act. People love
A legal battle is heating up over whether FedEx should get an $84 million tax break. Two business groups say the government is overstepping its power by trying to block the credit. They argue a lower court already decided FedEx qualifies for the money based on taxes paid by its overseas branches. T
Clinique’s Black Honey lipstick has been a must-have for decades, selling seven tubes every minute worldwide. The sheer berry shade suits almost everyone, from celebrities to regular users. Its long history includes fans like Julia Roberts and Liv Tyler in the past, while modern stars like Emilia Cl
Baseball now has a fresh way for teams to challenge calls. When a pitcher, batter or catcher thinks the umpire missed a ball‑strike, they can tap their head a few times and say “challenge. ” The new system uses cameras that automatically check whether the ball crossed the strike zone. Each team can
In today’s game, every pitch, pass and play can be replayed in crystal‑clear detail. Coaches, umpires and fans alike have adopted a set of quick gestures to flag questionable calls. The NBA’s finger twirl, the NFL’s red challenge flag and soccer’s aerial rectangle all serve the same purpose: a silen
