Recently, the U. S. and the Philippines kicked off their annual joint military exercises, known as Kamandag, or Venom. This happened just after China held massive drills near Taiwan and a Chinese vessel collided with a Filipino patrol boat. Taiwan's defense ministry reported a record number of Chine
Amazon, the world's largest online retailer, has finally said goodbye to plastic air pillows in its packages. After years of pressure from environmental groups, the company announced last week that it's ditching plastic in favor of paper-based padding that's easier to recycle. This is a big deal bec
Let's take a look at what's been happening in the biotech world today. Sage Therapeutics is cutting its workforce by a third and changing its leadership. Why? Recent clinical trial failures have likely played a role. Over in Australia, regulators have rejected Eisai and Biogen's Alzheimer's drug, L
This autumn, there's a good chance of a La Niña event hitting the Pacific. La Niña is like the cool cousin of El Niño, both part of a natural climate pattern called ENSO. During La Niña, sea temperatures in the Pacific drop below average, and this can change weather patterns all over the U.S. In th
Campaigning isn't always about being buttoned-up and formal. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is learning this firsthand as he hits the campaign trail again, this time with a more casual and aggressive approach. Instead of the usual blue sport coat and white collared shirt, Walz has been seen in khakis a
You might think that slowing down is a natural part of getting older, but that's not the whole story. Regular exercise can keep you fit and independent as you age. It's not just about looking good; it's about feeling good too. Experts say that staying active can help prevent diseases like diabetes a
It's holiday time, and Amazon is the place to be for gifts that celebrities love. From budget-friendly finds to luxurious treats, we've got a roundup of presents for every kind of person on your shopping list. Start with something cozy like the Ugg slippers that stars like Hailey Bieber and Gigi Ha
The sudden death of former One Direction member Liam Payne has shocked fans worldwide. At 31, he passed away after a fall from a hotel in Buenos Aires, leaving behind a young son and many fans who have been with him since his teenage years. Fans might never meet these celebrities, but the grief felt
The Upper East Side is losing more pharmacies due to rising crime rates. Next month, another Duane Reade will close, adding to the already six big-box pharmacies that have shut down in the last year. Residents are worried about longer lines and travel times to get their prescriptions. Andrew Fine, c
The United States launched an airstrike in Yemen on Wednesday night, targeting Iran-backed Houthi rebels. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed that five underground weapons storage facilities were hit using B-2 Spirit stealth bombers. These facilities held advanced weapons used to attack militar
