The study tested a special floss that has 2% chlorhexidine, a strong cleaning chemical. Researchers wanted to know if it helps adults with gum inflammation (gingivitis). They randomly divided people into two groups. One group used the chlorhexidine‑floss every day for a month. The other
The mayor’s new “rich tax” plan is turning city leaders into targets, a move that could push them away from the city. By focusing on high‑profile figures like Ken Griffin, the plan sends a clear message that success is unwelcome. The city already has high taxes that have caused many residents to lea
The idea that only humans can solve mysteries is a myth. In the 1920s, a pig named Freddy cracked his first case and later became famous for reading Sherlock Holmes to other farm animals. A modern film, however, shows a shepherd named George and his lawyer sister Lily chasing clues after George’s de
The idea of stoicism says you should only worry about what you can control. In reality, many things happen without warning: prices rise in war, loved ones die suddenly, and our minds don’t have a reset button. Yet today many people see stoicism as a way to stay calm and succeed. A new versi
For years, a scary climate change prediction called RCP 8. 5 shaped headlines, school lessons, and even government policies. It painted a picture of extreme warming, dying coastlines, and global collapse—all by the end of the century. But now, the scientists who created these worst-case scenarios ha
The evening began with a surprising twist. A star arrived in a sheer dress that seemed to blend with her skin, creating an almost invisible silhouette. The outfit’s intricate criss‑cross detail over the torso and the dramatic train felt more like a costume than a headline look for fashion’s most wat
Science fiction often does more than predict cool gadgets—it shows us how tech could twist human behavior in unsettling ways. While some shows paint a shiny future, others dig deeper into the cracks. This one series started as a sharp look at how new tech might mess with real life. Early on, it aske
The film called I Am Not Your Mother is a psychological thriller that will bring together Carrie Coon, Ben Platt and Lukas Gage. A director named Craig Johnson is in charge of the project, while he and writer Ryan O’Connell have written the script. The production company Mister Smith Entertain
The share price of EZCORP has almost doubled in the last year and is now at a level not seen in ten years. Analysts keep saying “buy, ” but some people think the stock is too expensive. Still, the company’s plan to grow into new markets and keep demand for pawn loans high keeps optimism alive. EZ
A family faces a tough spot with their mom who loves big trips but skips on basics. She often books expensive trips overseas and then struggles to pay for essentials. The kids help with groceries or repairs when they can, but she’d rather spend on vacations than fix a leaky roof. She complains abou
