In Taiwan, the suicide of a well-known figure, Chiung Yao, sparked a lot of media attention. This event led researchers to look into how such coverage affects people's actions. They wanted to see if it changed suicide rates or attempts. They gathered data from Taiwan's National Suicide Surveillance
Blake Lively's legal battle with Justin Baldoni has taken an interesting turn. A judge recently made public a bunch of messages between Lively and her famous friends. This includes chats with Taylor Swift, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and others. The messages show how Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynol
In 2025, Instagram wasn't just a place to share photos. It became a barometer for what truly grabbed America's attention. Unlike old-school metrics, follower growth showed who was hot right now, not just who had been popular for years. At the top of the list was MrBeast, pulling in 18. 7 million ne
Brooklyn Beckham's wedding to Nicola Peltz was meant to be a joyous occasion, but it took an unexpected turn that left the groom feeling humiliated. The issue? His mother, Victoria Beckham, allegedly crossed a line during their first dance. Brooklyn, now 26, shared his discomfort in a public stateme
AI is stepping up to help doctors spot osteoporosis. This is a sneaky condition that weakens bones. It often goes unnoticed until a fracture happens. Now, AI tools are being tested to find osteoporosis earlier. These tools look at regular scans, like those for lung or heart issues. They check for bo
Indiana University's football team has pulled off something extraordinary. They went from being the worst to the best in just two years. This isn't just a sports story. It's a lesson in breaking stereotypes and defying expectations. Mark Cuban, a big fan and IU graduate, sees this victory as a big
Emmanuel Macron's recent speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos took an unexpected turn, not because of his words, but because of his choice of eyewear. The French president sported a pair of dark, reflective aviator sunglasses indoors, sparking a wave of reactions online. The sunglasses, late
In 2025, there was a drop in the number of journalists locked up around the world. However, the situation is still far from good. As of December 1, 330 journalists were in jail. This is a decrease from the record high of 384 in 2024. But why does this matter? China leads the way in jailing journali
Newspapers used to be a big deal. They were everywhere, and people loved them. But now, the internet and some political figures have made life tough for local news. This is a problem because when local news disappears, no one is left to keep an eye on those in charge. People who used to work in new
In the upcoming 2026 midterms, the spotlight is on affordability, not just the economy. Pollster John Zogby made this clear in a recent discussion. He said affordability is the top issue for voters, leaving others like crime and healthcare far behind. The president is tackling this issue head-on. B
