In Oakland, California, there's a church that's not like the others. The Zide Door Church of Entheogenic Plants is all about psilocybin mushrooms. Pastor Dave Hodges leads this group, and he's not afraid to take risks for his beliefs. This church is part of a growing trend. People are exploring new
South Dakota's Governor, Larry Rhoden, has proposed a new law that could land people in prison for interrupting religious services. This idea came after a protest inside a church in Minnesota. The protest happened shortly after a tragic shooting in Minneapolis. The governor wants to change the rule
In 2025, the U. S. government launched the Genesis Mission. This project aimed to use AI to speed up scientific research. The idea was to have AI agents analyze large amounts of data. They would then suggest new ideas and even design experiments. However, the results have been a mix of success and f
CattleCon is happening in Nashville this year, and people are excited to meet up. One person will be there on Tuesday, February 3rd, ready to chat. They won't have a booth, but they're open to meeting up if you reach out. The beef market is a bit of a puzzle right now. The Mexican border situation
In a bold move, the families of two Argentine citizens held in Venezuela turned to the Vatican for help. They want the Catholic Church to step in and push for their release. This comes as Venezuela starts letting some prisoners go. Nahuel Agustín Gallo, a security expert, was arrested in December 2
In South Carolina, the measles outbreak is growing. Over 700 cases have been reported, with 54 new infections since Tuesday. The health department has not shared the ages of those affected, but the numbers are rising. Quarantines and isolations are in place. Currently, 485 people are in quarantine,
Bees are super important for our environment. They help plants grow by pollinating them. But, a common fungicide called iprodione might be causing problems for Chinese honeybees. This fungicide is used to protect crops from fungal diseases. However, it can also harm bees, especially the male ones, c
In Montana, a disturbing scam has come to light, preying on vulnerable Native Americans. Fraudsters roamed reservations, convincing people, especially those without homes, to sign up for Affordable Care Act plans. They promised free rehab treatment at fancy facilities, often in California, and even
Drugs can be tricky. They can help, but they can also cause trouble, especially when mixed. Figuring out which drug combos are risky is a big deal in health tech. But, it's not easy. Most tools out there have a hard time with tricky sentences and rare drug links. They often miss the mark. So, a new
Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder turned notorious drug lord, was finally caught after a long chase. He was arrested in Mexico, thanks to a joint effort by U. S. and Mexican authorities. This arrest is a big deal for the FBI, as it's the sixth time they've caught someone from their Most Wan
