In a small town near Porto, Portugal, a heavy cloud of sadness hung over the community as they gathered to say goodbye to two beloved figures. Diogo Jota, a star player for Liverpool, and his brother André Silva, who played for Penafiel, were laid to rest after a tragic car accident in Spain. The ne
In the highlands of Southern Tibet, Nepal, and the Indian Himalayas, certain plants have been cherished for centuries. These aren't just any plants; they're deeply rooted in the traditions of Tantric Buddhism. People here burn branches of Juniperus indica Bertol and Rhododendron anthopogon D. Don. W
New York City has seen some progress in housing and crime recently. But what if Zohran Mamdani becomes mayor? Some people think he could undo this progress. Mamdani has ideas that worry many. He wants free public transport, which could hurt the MTA's money situation. He also talks about city-run gr
A huge crowd filled the church in Gondomar on Sunday to honor Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva. The two footballers died in a car crash in Spain just days earlier. The bishop of Porto led the service, and the church was packed. Many people had to listen from outside due to the large turnout.
Chicago is buzzing with excitement as NASCAR takes over the streets. The city's 2. 2-mile, 12-turn circuit will be the stage for some high-speed action. Both the Cup and Xfinity series will be in action, with practice and qualifying sessions lasting over four hours. The Xfinity race is set to start
Ever felt like you're on a winning streak with a puzzle, only to hit a snag? That's what happened with today's Sports Edition of Connections. It started off smooth, but things got tricky fast. Want to know how to tackle it? Let's dive in. First, let's talk about how to play. This game is now a regu
The hollyhock plant, a favorite in gardens worldwide, has had its genetic blueprint mapped out in stunning detail. Scientists have put together a complete set of instructions for this plant, known as its genome, which is about 1. 01 billion pieces of information long. This is like having a very deta
In Germany, digital health applications, or DiGAs, have been available for prescription and reimbursement since 2020. These apps aim to help patients manage their health independently. A recent study looked into how rheumatology patients are using these digital tools. The study surveyed 246 adult p
Elite athletes push their bodies to the limit, but what about their jaws? A recent study in Germany dug into this, focusing on temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and the use of oral splints among top-tier athletes. TMD is a fancy term for issues with the jaw joint and muscles, causing pain and troubl
A recent survey shows that a huge number of Americans, 76% to be exact, think democracy is in big trouble. This worry isn't just coming from one side of the political spectrum. A large majority of Democrats, Independents, and even more than half of Republicans share this concern. On top of that, mos
