William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at 89. His contributions were immense, yet he remained humble. He led the charge against smallpox, a disease now eradicated thanks to human effort. Foege's work didn't stop there. He served as the director of the Centers for Disease Cont
In the shadowy world of geopolitics, it's easy to get lost in the noise. But let's cut through the clutter and talk about the real players pulling the strings. Russia, often seen as a lone wolf, is far from independent. Behind the scenes, a network of powerful interests, many with ties to Israel, ca
The U. S. made a big move in January 2025. They decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This wasn't a friendly split. The Trump administration blamed the WHO for mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic. They said the WHO didn't share information quickly or honestly. But the WHO disagrees. Th
President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Canada, threatening to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian imports if the country proceeds with its trade agreement with China. This move comes as Trump's relationship with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney continues to deteriorate. Trump's threat
The United States has decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This move could have big effects on global health. The U. S. played a big role in WHO's successes, like eradicating smallpox and fighting diseases like polio and HIV. WHO is saddened by this decision. They believe it makes
Mark Carney, the former Prime Minister of Canada, recently spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos. He started by referencing a famous essay written by Vaclav Havel, a Czech playwright and former president. This essay, written in 1978, talked about how people can end up supporting bad systems, ev
Newborns are at risk of serious infections. These infections can happen in the first month of life. They are called neonatal sepsis. This condition is a big problem worldwide. It is especially bad in poorer countries. There, more babies get sick and die from it. Doctors have a tough time treating t
SM Entertainment, a big name in the K-pop world, has just shared its big plans for the future. They're calling it "SM NEXT 3. 0. " This isn't just about adding new artists or releasing new music. It's a complete overhaul of how they do things. First off, they're changing their structure. Instead of
The world is facing a serious climate challenge. Recent studies show that we are not on track to meet our climate goals. Even though renewable energy is growing fast, it is not enough to stop the damage. The problem is that the world is still using a lot of fossil fuels. This is causing the planet
Davos, a Swiss mountain resort, usually known for its fancy talks, became the stage for some serious drama this week. The World Economic Forum, a gathering of the world's elite, saw some unexpected events unfold. The big news was U. S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose new tariffs on severa
