January 20, 2025, saw President Trump's inauguration become a cultural event unlike any before. Hip hop legends Snoop Dogg, Nelly, Soulja Boy, and Rick Ross were all set to perform. Their presence sparked debate about allegiance and cultural influence. Snoop especially surprised fans, given his past criticism of Trump. Nelly argued his military background made perfor...
Black-ish, a show about a Black family navigating life in suburban America, had many exciting guest stars over its eight seasons. The show's creator, Kenya Barris, and the main cast, like Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, invited celebrities from music, sports, and politics to appear on the show. These stars added a fresh flavor to the episodes, often playing h...
Hey there, let's talk about something important but rarely talked about: men's sexual and reproductive health (SRH) in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). It turns out, culture plays a huge role in how men think about and take care of their SRH. But guess what? No one had really studied this before. That's where this systematic review comes in. It took a close l...
When you think about religious films, you might imagine slow, preachy movies that are hard to get through. But there are plenty of religious movies that are exciting, funny, or thought-provoking. Let's take a look at some of the best ones that won't make you yawn. First off, there's "The Name of the Rose, " based on a book by Umberto Eco. It's a murder mystery set i...
For decades, Hollywood has tried to recreate the magic of "The Wizard of Oz" on the big screen. With the upcoming release of "Wicked, " starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, the industry hopes to finally capture the essence of L. Frank Baum's beloved Oz series. However, the journey has been anything but easy. The original 1939 classic, directed by Victor Fleming,...
Ever thought about the hidden threats to our favorite citrus fruits? Meet citrus melanose, a sneaky fungal disease caused by members of the Diaporthe genus. The main culprit here is Diaporthe citri, a fungus that makes citrus fruits and leaves look ugly with black spots and rough skin. Scientists have developed tools to detect D. citri in the field, helping to track ...
Did you know that divorce can leave a mark on kids' personalities? Scientists have been studying this, focusing on kids between 9 and 12. They used a test called the MPACI to see if kids from divorced families showed different personality traits. The results? Kids with divorced parents did show some differences. Family and culture play a big role in shaping who we a...
An unusual fungus that's been devastating bats across North America has now been discovered in the Sacramento region. This fungus, known for causing white-nose syndrome, can lead to the death of millions of bats. Recently, a western red bat in Sutter County tested positive for the fungus. This is surprising because these bats are solitary and rarely go near caves or ...
TikTok, a global social media sensation, is here to stay despite legal challenges. President Biden's recent law adds pressure, but TikTok's popularity and profitability make it difficult for the U.S. to ban. Past efforts during Trump's presidency failed. Now, TikTok might change ownership but keep its charm. It's working on a special algorithm to address privacy conc...