In a surprising turn of events, Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist, won the first round of the Democratic primary for New York City mayor. His victory is notable because he openly supports Palestinian liberation, a stance that has historically been a tough sell in mainstream politics
The recent arrests of scientists over smuggled samples have raised eyebrows and sparked discussions about border security and scientific research. This is not just about a few individuals breaking the rules. It's a bigger issue that touches on how we balance safety with the free flow of knowledge an
A lawsuit has been filed against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) by a former student and an instructor. They claim the university did not take action against antisemitism on campus after the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks in Israel. The instructor, Lior Alon, and the former student,
New York City is showing the rest of the country how elections can be run better. The way they are picking their mayor is different. It's called ranked-choice voting. This method lets voters pick more than one candidate. They can list their top choices in order. This way, the winner has more support
Vampires have always been a popular topic in video games, but a new game called The Blood of Dawnwalker is changing the way we think about them. This game is being developed by a team that worked on The Witcher 3, and it's set in a world where humans and vampires are at war. The main character, Coen
People with type 2 diabetes often take special medicines. Two of these are GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors. Both help control blood sugar. But do they affect the risk of leg amputations differently? A big study looked at this question. It compared new users of these two types of drugs.
In the heat of a New York summer, the city's mayoral race is heating up. With temperatures soaring, voters are facing more than just the weather. The city's Democratic candidates are framing the election as a fight against the current administration. Andrew Cuomo, the former governor, is leading the
The iPhone 17 series is set to bring some notable changes, but don't expect a complete overhaul. The most significant updates will be on the back of the Pro models, with a new design that includes an aluminum frame and a mix of aluminum and glass on the back. This change will likely bring new colors
Tom Aspinall is now the clear heavyweight champion after Jon Jones decided to retire. This move didn't shock many, as Jones has a history of avoiding fights. Aspinall is ready to defend his title, and Ciryl Gane is likely to be his next opponent. Gane is expected to take the top spot in the ranking
The 2025 College World Series saw a thrilling matchup between LSU and Coastal Carolina. LSU secured their second national title in just three seasons with a close 5-3 victory in Game 2. This win also marked the fifth consecutive championship for the SEC. The Tigers found themselves tied 1-1 in the
