A recent study looked at how thinking skills change as people get older and how this affects their risk of dying. It focused on men and women aged 55 and up in Zaragoza, Spain. Over 2, 400 people were part of this study. They took tests to measure their thinking skills over 12 years. The results sho
The U. S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit recently backed the Trump administration's policy of mandatory and indefinite detention for immigrants held by ICE or Customs and Border Protection. This policy is harsh and unfair. It affects thousands of immigrants who have not been convicted of any
Deep in Texas, there's a treasure trove of cotton types. Over 2, 500 of them sit in storage. Most need short days to grow. But some don't care about the daylight. These are the day-neutral landraces. Scientists found 186 of these unique types. They've been growing them for years to keep them diverse
In a neighborhood where survival often takes precedence over dreams, Kamila Vargas-Gonzalez defied the odds. She grew up in Bachman Lake, a community where families like hers struggled to make ends meet. Her mother worked multiple jobs, yet they still moved frequently, chasing affordable rent. The f
Golfers at the 2026 Pebble Beach Pro-Am are up against more than just each other. The weather is throwing some serious curveballs. Heavy winds and rain are making things tough for the pros, just like they often do in February. The forecast isn't looking great for the final rounds. No rain is expect
Maine's kids are struggling with reading, and it's a big deal. If they can't read well by the end of third grade, they're more likely to drop out of high school and live in poverty. The latest test scores show that 74% of Maine's fourth graders are behind. That's a huge number, and it's worrying bec
Germany is looking for opinions on new tax rules. These rules are about something called a "permanent establishment. " This term is important for businesses that operate in more than one country. The goal is to make sure everyone understands when a business has a permanent establishment in Germany.
Atlanta is a hotspot for HIV cases. Even with all the medical progress, over 30, 000 new infections happen every year in the U. S. One key tool in preventing HIV is PrEP. It's a medicine that stops HIV before it starts. But getting PrEP isn't just about having the medicine. It's also about having pl
A group known as UAT-9921 has been using a new malware called VoidLink. This malware targets tech and finance companies. It has been active since 2019 but only recently started using VoidLink. VoidLink is a sophisticated tool. It is designed to stay hidden in Linux-based cloud systems. It was likel
People know that exercise is good for health. But what happens when someone exercises too much? This is not as talked about as other addictions. Unlike drugs or alcohol, excessive exercise is often praised. So, how do you know when it's a problem? A study looked into this. It talked to people who f
