The U. S. government wants a bigger say in how billions of dollars for science research get spent. A new rule would let political leaders—many without science backgrounds—review grant applications before money gets approved. This could shift power from expert panels that have guided research funding
A top Treasury official recently fired back at Senator Ron Wyden over questions about Jeffrey Epstein and money. In a tense meeting, Scott Bessent argued that Wyden twisted facts to hide his son’s attempt to get Epstein’s cash for a hedge fund. The backstory goes back to 2016, when Adam Wyden, the s
Doctors often rely on blood tests to spot autoimmune diseases early. One method checks for specific markers called antinuclear antibodies (ANA). These antibodies sometimes attack the body’s own cells by mistake. A recent study compared two ways to detect ANA in a large group of people. One method us
Doctors often remove a small cone-shaped piece of the cervix to treat early-stage cancer. But sometimes, tiny bits of tumor remain unseen after this procedure. The new study asked whether ultrasound scans could spot these hidden cancer cells more reliably than before. Researchers reviewed past pati
Two Mexican state governors now face U. S. scrutiny for alleged cartel ties, adding pressure to a relationship already strained by accusations of interference. Alfonso Durazo of Sonora and Américo Villarreal of Tamaulipas—both from the ruling party—lost their U. S. visas while under investigation, m
The Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is back for a second round with Madden NFL, this time as the game's lead cover athlete. Only a few players before him have pulled off that feat. Most of them struggled the next season—stats dropped, injuries piled up, or they lost their starting spots. Wi
When the polls closed at 8 p. m. on Tuesday, the results for the Orange County Board of Education District 5 race were posted. Lisa Sparks, who has already served two terms on the board, led Jason Sams by a wide margin. Sams works as an advisor at Roosevelt University, focusing on humanities and so
A new comedy game show that turns city streets into a giant ball‑rolling arena has been sold to a Canadian streaming network. The show, originally a hit on YouTube, will now be produced in French Canada as a ten‑episode series of one‑hour installments. The host will guide famous guests through tight
Greg Gutfeld recently critiqued the backing of Karen Bass by well‑known entertainers such as Kathy Griffin, Jane Fonda and Samuel L. Jackson, arguing that their support is symbolic rather than substantive. He pointed out that these figures live in insulated communities where the policies they endor
A new fiber sensor can spot tiny starch traces in water used for cleaning food. It helps stop cross‑contamination and keeps water clean. The device is built from a special fiber design that mixes regular multimode fiber with a core‑less section. A gel layer sits on the core‑less part to capture star
