Meet Adrian Johnson, a young puzzle maker from Laramie, Wyoming. Now living in Knox County, Tennessee, he's known as "Mr. A. J. " to his students. At just 21, he sold his first crossword to The New York Times. His ninth puzzle for the paper is unthemed, which he loves creating the most. Unthemed puz
France has just witnessed a groundbreaking trial. The Pelicot case has rocked the nation, shining a light on the deep-seated issue of sexual violence against women. At the heart of this trial are 51 men, ranging in age from 26 to 74, who worked in various fields like nursing, the military, and journ
Have you ever thought about how culture and religion can keep people from getting crucial medical care? In Nigeria, there are unique beliefs and practices that shape communities. These are called cultural and religious structures. When it comes to maternal health, these structures can greatly impact
Ever heard of 'crunchy'? It used to be a term with a hint of disdain, a lifestyle that was more about anti-fashion than politics. Back in the '80s, it was about homemade bread, limited TV, and camping trips. Think lumpy sweaters and messy hair. But times have changed. 'Crunchy' is now a mix of left
Imagine a world where looking good is just as important as being wealthy or holding political power. That's the reality in Korea. The rise of cosmetic surgery in this country isn't just about vanity; it's deeply rooted in the nation's values and culture. In societies with high prejudice, values lik
Imagine flying to California to change a company's future. That's what billionaire Junro Ito did. He's a big shot at Seven & i Holdings, the Japanese company behind 7-Eleven. He felt the company was losing its identity, so he headed to Claremont Graduate University in California. Why? To breathe new
At Qatar University, a big shift is happening – focusing on health like never before. The spotlight is on students, who make up the majority of the campus community. The university wants to create a ripple effect where every student feels their best, both physically and mentally. They're planning a
Ever heard of Yuki Kawamura? This Japanese basketball sensation is turning heads in the NBA, wearing the same jersey number as baseball legend Shohei Ohtani. Born in Yanai, Yamaguchi, Yuki has been a basketball star since his childhood. He led his high school team to back-to-back championships and b
Have you ever thought about how to quickly and efficiently check for harmful metals in the water where seafood grows? Scientists are exploring a method called Diffusive Gradients in Thin-films, or DGT for short. They tested it in coastal aquaculture waters by using scallops named Argopecten irradian
Have you ever thought about how climate change might affect the number of children people want to have? In the dry, hot lands of Sahelian West Africa, scientists have been looking into this. They studied data from surveys and weather records in Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Nigeria. They found th
