China is making big moves in the world of longevity science. The country's leaders and researchers are seriously interested in extending human life. This isn't just about living longer, but also about improving health and quality of life as people age. The idea of living to 150 or even forever migh
Taiwan's film scene has seen some progress, but there's a big issue: people aren't into long movies anymore. Each Other Films, a company run by Jacqueline W. Liu and Tiffany Yu-Chia Chen, is trying to figure this out. The co-founders think the real problem is that people don't want to watch long st
Sea urchins are often enjoyed fresh, but what happens when they're left at room temperature? Scientists decided to find out by studying two types of sea urchins, Strongylocentrotus nudus and Strongylocentrotus intermedius. They kept them at a cozy 25°C (that's about 77°F) with some humidity for 48 h
San Diego's Tijuana River Valley Community Garden is getting a new caretaker. Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center, a nonprofit from National City, is stepping in to manage the garden. This change comes after the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County decided to leave due to hea
In 2025, a significant update was made to how doctors treat a liver condition called MASH. This condition is linked to metabolic issues and used to be known as NAFLD. The update focuses on using a drug called semaglutide, which is found in a medication named Wegovy. The FDA gave Wegovy the green li
The Vancouver Canucks are in a tough spot. They're struggling this season, and it's not just a bad streak. They're not scoring or defending well. Their power play and penalty kill are both weak. The only bright spot is Kiefer Sherwood, who's scoring goals like crazy. But even that might not be enoug
Starbucks' new holiday cup is causing quite a stir. The Glass Starbucks Bearista Cold Cup, shaped like a teddy bear wearing a green beanie, is priced at $29. 95. It's become so popular that people are fighting over it. In Houston, a brawl even broke out over the cup. Customers are upset because they
New York City has a new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, who's making history as the first Muslim and South Asian leader of the city. But his win has sparked some controversy, especially among Jewish New Yorkers. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL), an organization that fights antisemitism, has decided to keep a
Cornell University and the Trump administration have come to an agreement. This deal will bring back a lot of federal research money to the school. The agreement also stops government investigations that had been looking into claims of antisemitism and unfair admissions practices at Cornell. Cornel
Born in the rugged landscapes of Buynaksk, Dagestan, Muslim Salikhov has carved out a name for himself in the world of mixed martial arts. At 41, he is a testament to the power of dedication and skill, with a professional record of 22 wins and 5 losses. His journey began in 1995 when he started pra
