Illegal cigarettes are a big problem in Ghana, stealing a chunk of the market that ranges from 10% to 35%. This isn't just a local issue—it's a cross-border affair. The reasons behind this black market are varied, including porous borders, little political interest, confusing tobacco taxes, industry
When the trailer for Lost Records: Bloom & Rage popped up during The Game Awards, it grabbed everyone's attention. Four teen girls in the summer of '95, having fun and stumbling upon a mysterious force - sounds like a blast from the past, right? That's because Don't Nod is going back to its Life is
Ever thought about computers judging sports? Well, that's exactly what's happening at the X Games! After teaming up with Google, they're rolling out a new AI judging system for ski and snowboard events at the superpipe. This 20-foot-tall freestyle course is usually judged by humans on things like co
Scientists are delving into a unique way to improve organic semiconductors by slightly altering their molecular structure. They did this by adding ethynyl groups to a compound called dihydrodiazapentacene, creating new molecules named 2a and 2b. These molecules look similar to their original forms,
Lately, Australia has seen a surge in anti-Semitic crimes, with a recent incident involving a childcare center near a Sydney synagogue. The center was set on fire and decorated with anti-Semitic graffiti. No one was injured, but the building was badly damaged. This isn’t the first attack. Since the
Web-based programs can really help people with mental health issues. But the thing is, many people don't even start or finish these programs. Researchers wanted to know how well an online program called @myTabu worked for people who had committed child sexual abuse or used child sexual exploitation
Have you ever considered how physicians in Chinese hospitals perceive the risks of patient aggression? It's a global issue, with healthcare professionals facing violence from patients and their relatives. While several risk factors are known, we don’t really understand which ones Chinese physicians
The recent ceasefire in Gaza has brought a glimmer of hope, but aid workers warn that the hardest part is yet to come. Getting aid into the war-torn region is tough, with some areas in the north still out of reach. Criminal gangs are stealing food from UN convoys, making it even harder to help those
Tonight, the Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish face off in the College Football National Championship. This final match of the longest playoff season ever will determine the new champion. Ohio State has been a favorite all season, recently beating Texas 28-14 in the Cotton Bowl. It's
Get ready for Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event! This year, the focus is on the Galaxy S25 series, with a lot of buzz around AI enhancements. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumored to get a beefed-up 50MP ultrawide camera, which should make a big difference in your photos. Camera nerds will be happy to hear
