Back in 2023, states started legal battles against Meta because of how Instagram and Facebook might hook young users. Massachusetts took it further by suing the company in state court—not just in federal court like many others. The big question? Can a 1996 law that protects websites from user-posted
The Orioles land back in Baltimore after beating Chicago and now host San Francisco for three games at Camden Yards. Taylor Ward made it look easy again, going four-for-five with two runs batted in and the game-winning run crossing home plate. Baltimore’s pitching staff, led by Kyle Bradish, kept th
In many back surgeries, patients end up taking strong painkillers for days after the operation. This can be risky especially for those who already use opioids regularly. One new approach involves giving patients a small dose of ketamine during surgery instead of relying only on usual pain medicines.
What if the world ended quietly, not with fire but with a virus? A young scientist survives while millions die. Alone but alive, he wanders streets emptied of people, only to find others—but most are broken by loss. Together they form a small group, trying to rebuild. But rebuilding what, exactly?
Summer is just around the corner, and outdoor spaces are getting more attention. A good seating area can turn a backyard or balcony into a cozy retreat. Instead of waiting for perfect weather, some people upgrade now to enjoy the process. A modular patio set is on sale for $324, down from over $1,
Tech companies are under fire after a major court decision, and law firms smell opportunity. Instead of knocking on doors, they turned to social media ads to find clients for lawsuits about addiction and mental health. But their strategy hit a roadblock when Meta removed over a dozen ads from firms
Two years after a nighttime shoplifting incident in southwest Portland, the shoplifter has filed a lawsuit against the grocery clerk who chased him. At the time, Joshua Merkel said he took more than $100 worth of food without paying because he was hungry—and claimed the clerk’s response left him wit
Some of the most confusing scientific concepts—like how the universe began or how gravity really works—can feel like they belong only in complicated textbooks. But an innovative approach turns these heavy topics into something more relatable. By mixing science with storytelling, one author shows how
Breaking exercise into tiny chunks might sound too simple to be true, but research keeps asking if these "snacks" actually help. Instead of blocking off an hour for the gym, what if moving for just a minute every hour could keep adults moving better? That’s the big question behind exercise snacks—sh
The study looked at six different amine‑rich pollutants that often show up in sewage sludge. These chemicals have various types of nitrogen groups—primary, secondary, tertiary and even quaternary ammonium. Researchers found that the first reactions these pollutants undergo are mainly adding a hydrox
