In the coastal waters of Southern East, tiny plant-like organisms called phytoplankton are facing some big changes. The ocean is getting warmer and more acidic. This is not good news for these little guys. They are super important because they help make the oxygen we breathe. Scientists wanted to s
The Port of Los Angeles experienced its busiest June ever, with 892, 000 container units processed. This is an 8% increase from the previous year. This sudden surge in shipping volume is a direct result of businesses trying to avoid upcoming tariffs. The port's executive director, Gene Seroka, belie
Young adults in the U. S. are facing a tough job market. The unemployment rate for those aged 20 to 24 is at 6. 6%, the highest in a decade. For high school graduates aged 18 to 19, it's even worse at 14. 5%. Why is this happening? Some say it's because of economic uncertainty and fears that artifi
People with severe mental illness often face a lot of challenges. One big challenge is feeling ashamed or judged because of their condition. This is called self-stigma. Another challenge is dealing with psychiatric symptoms, like depression or anxiety. Some studies suggest that doing housework might
Scottie Scheffler, the top-ranked golfer in the world, shared some deep thoughts about his career. He admitted that winning big tournaments doesn't always feel as rewarding as he thought it would. Scheffler loves the challenge and hard work of golf, but he questions if it truly fulfills him. He tal
Prices in the US are going up. In June, the cost of living rose by 0. 3%, making the yearly increase hit 2. 7%. This is the highest it's been in four months. Experts expected this rise, especially because gas prices went up. But it's not just gas. Other goods are getting more expensive too, thanks t
The US has slapped a 17% tariff on Mexican tomatoes, a move that could make your pizza and salsa more expensive. Why? The US claims Mexican tomatoes are being sold too cheaply, hurting local farmers. But Mexico says their tomatoes are just popular because they're good. This isn't the first time the
People often wonder how lifestyle and past experiences shape mental health. A recent study took a closer look at adults dealing with subthreshold depression, which is a mild form of depression that can escalate into something more serious. The research focused on how lifestyle choices and childhood
The EU is planning to retaliate against the US with tariffs on a range of products. This includes aircraft, cars, machinery, chemicals, plastics, medical devices, electrical equipment, and industrial goods. The total value of these goods is less than previously proposed, at around €95 billion. The
The Oval Office has a new shiny object. A copy of the Club World Cup trophy is now a permanent fixture. This happened after the real trophy was awarded to Chelsea. The US president, Donald Trump, made this known. He said FIFA made a copy for Chelsea. The original will stay in the Oval Office. This i
