Many people around the world turn to faith for comfort and guidance. Yet most studies focus only on personal beliefs, overlooking how belonging to a minority religion can shape mental health. When people face prejudice or social exclusion because of their faith, their chances for emotional stability
Scientists tweaked regular starch by adding two types of chemical groups: some that love water and others that avoid it. These groups were attached to the starch molecules to see if they could make the starch cling better to fabrics made of polyester and cotton mixed together. The water-loving group
Willow Park used to be a sleepy Texas town with 7, 000 people. Now it’s growing fast and facing a fight over who controls it. The battle started when a new mayor, Teresa Palmer, won against a long-time leader. Since then, people have questioned where her money comes from and who’s really calling the
A young woman from a prominent Iranian military family recently enjoyed a high-end American lifestyle before her residency was abruptly revoked. Sarinasadat Hosseiny, 25, posted photos on social media showing her jet-setting between popular U. S. destinations like Miami, Alaska, and Las Vegas. Her I
In 2026, Florida is seeing a steady stream of major companies leaving states with high taxes and strict regulations behind. Why? The state offers something simple but powerful: lower costs, business-friendly rules, and a lifestyle that attracts both companies and employees. Tech and finance firms a
The U. S. government hit a pause button in the fall, shutting down for 43 days – the longest ever – until a deal let most agencies run through January. That stop‑gap was meant to ease into a longer agreement, but events in Minnesota shook the plans. Immigration agents killed Alex Pretti, and Senate
Cell and gene medicines promise lasting cures, but they cost a lot upfront and their long‑term safety is still being studied. Because of this, drug makers and insurers are turning to value‑based contracts that link payment to how well the treatments actually work in real life. These agreements are g
In many parts of western Iran, farmers produce a lot of crop and orchard leftovers that can harm the environment if not handled properly. A new study looked at why these farmers decide to recycle or ignore that waste, using two well‑known theories about human behavior. The research combined the T
The Vatican hosted a quiet, candle‑lit gathering on Good Friday inside Rome’s historic Colosseum. Thousands of faithful gathered in the ancient amphitheatre, where the pope led a procession that traced Jesus’ final hours. The event blended scripture readings, prayers, and meditations that highlighte
The biggest name in Chinese music streaming is still leading the pack, pulling in around 528 million monthly users and earning a full billion dollars from its services last quarter. Its main rival, NetEase, made only about 282 million dollars in the same period, showing how far ahead Tencent Music s
