Have you heard about Streptococcus suis? It's a sneaky bug that's caused some serious problems in pigs, leading to major losses for the farming industry. Yet, its threat to humans was often overlooked, even after a big outbreak in Sichuan, China, that left people very sick. Scientists in Zhejiang P
Ever stopped to think if taking shortcuts is common in the world of fighting sports? Scientists are digging deeper into this, and shockingly, it's more widespread than expected. Athletes sometimes use performance-enhancing drugs to jump ahead of the competition, but at what cost? These substances ca
When it comes to foodborne illnesses (FBI), the economic damage can be huge, especially in developed countries. One of the biggest hits is the loss of productivity. This happens when people miss work because they're sick, aren't as efficient when they do work, or have long-term health problems that
You might think that once a good program to keep kids active and eating well is started in preschools, it would continue easily. But that's not always the case. Researchers wanted to figure out what makes these healthy habits stick in early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings. They found th
Master Sgt. Matthew Livelsberger, a Green Beret from the 10th Special Forces Group, died in a dramatic event on New Year's Day. He rented a Tesla Cybertruck and blew it up outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. Before his death, investigators found a note where Livelsberger expressed th
The first weekend of 2025 kicked off with a bang, raking in $105M in total ticket sales, a 22% increase from last year's $85. 9M. The top movie was Mufasa, which earned $24. 5M in its third week. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 followed closely with $20. 7M. Despite the strong start, these numbers are still fa
President Biden has just announced 19 remarkable individuals who will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This prestigious honor is given to those who've made outstanding contributions to the United States or global peace. The list includes a mix of celebrities, activists, and community leade
Ariana Grande's appearance at the 36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Award was nothing short of spectacular. She wore a stunning silver metallic ballgown that stole the show. But it wasn't just her fashion that grabbed everyone's attention. When she accepted the Rising Star Award,
Get ready, folks! A powerful polar vortex is about to hit the US next week. This cold air stream usually circles the poles, but it's making its way down to North America. Meteorologists are warning of big temperature drops and lots of disruptions. Even though it was quite warm in December, things a
Imagine if we could cut down on road injuries and deaths just by changing how we design our streets. In Canada, this is a serious issue, and it's especially tough for cyclists and pedestrians. Health workers in Ontario have faced many challenges while trying to make these changes happen. They've lea
