The new Lake Como EDITION opened last week, drawing a mix of Hollywood names and local creatives to its grand debut. The hotel is part of Ian Schrager’s upscale brand, known for blending sleek design with a sense of place. Guests kicked off the weekend with a relaxed lunch outdoors at Al Veluu, a
In Canada, researchers often submit applications to ethics boards before starting a study. These forms normally ask for basic details about the trial, but they rarely prompt investigators to think about who will benefit from the research or how patients will be involved in decisions. The study lo
The Dallas Mavericks made a big splash by hiring Masai Ujiri, partly to help fans forget a rocky rebuild under the last leadership. They traded Luka Dončić, a move that upset many supporters, so bringing in a proven executive like Ujiri was a clear effort to rebuild trust. But the real reason? A hig
Two dead crows in Northern California have raised alarms about West Nile virus returning for the season. Found in Newark and San Jose, these birds were part of routine tracking efforts that often spot the virus before it affects people. The disease isn’t new to California—it’s been circulating for
Cruise ships pack thousands of people into tight spaces for days or weeks. That setup makes it easy for germs to travel from person to person. Buffets, shared surfaces, and recycled air all help viruses and bacteria spread faster than they would on land. When a ship stops in tropical ports, passenge
Many workers rely on retirement plans to save for the future, but these accounts often leave them overwhelmed by complicated investment options. A recent proposal aims to change that, pushing to let people invest in private equity, private credit, and even cryptocurrency through their retirement fun
Kraken’s parent company, Payward Inc. , has filed a new lawsuit against former custody partner Etana and its CEO, alleging that more than $25 million of client money was misused. The claim comes as Etana is battling Chapter 11 bankruptcy and has been accused of running a “Ponzi‑style” operation. Acc
The U. S. Supreme Court moved quickly to let a major change to the Voting Rights Act become active sooner than planned, giving Louisiana’s Republican leaders extra time to reshape congressional districts before the midterm elections. The court’s order followed a lawsuit filed by voters who said t
Two years after filming wrapped on the romantic movie “It Ends With Us, ” Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have quietly ended their courtroom clash. The surprise settlement avoids a high-profile trial that was set for mid-May and could have had both actors taking the stand. During the dispute, Lively
Many health apps now use artificial intelligence to give advice or detect problems. But in places like South Asia, people often don’t understand how the AI makes its decisions. When users can’t follow the logic behind a suggestion, they’re less likely to trust it—even if the app is trying to help. D
