This year’s standout young researchers and entrepreneurs in Asia are tackling big challenges in science and healthcare. Their work spans from decoding brain signals to designing AI tools that respect privacy. Some, like Hikari Okita, dive deep into genetics, studying xeno-nucleic acids (XNA). Unlike
Science used to pride itself on clean, clear answers built from careful comparisons and strict controls. But one study on memory complaints across different groups shows how messy reality can be when we strip away too much context. Researchers matched participants on nearly every possible variable—a
A New York night turned into a runway of sorts when celebrities dropped by Longchamp’s SoHo store for a special party. The event celebrated Jeremy Scott’s two-decade run redesigning the brand’s classic foldable bag, the Le Pliage. The twist? A drone showed up to deliver the newest design—a bright ba
Jason Mazeski worked as a training instructor for the NYPD when he decided to advance his education. He chose a master’s program focused on teaching adults because his job involved helping colleagues learn new skills. The program at Buffalo State offered flexible online classes, letting him balance
A giant albino buffalo in Bangladesh almost became a holiday meal—until the internet stepped in. The animal, weighing close to 700 kilograms and standing out with its pale fur and light-colored mane, was already tagged for Eid al-Adha, a festival where animals are traditionally sacrificed. But just
Arkansas gives its people a special power—voting directly on new laws through signatures. For years, this has let citizens push for changes like better pay or healthcare, even when politicians said no. But now, those in charge are trying to make it much harder for regular folks to do this. Last year
The latest Ebola outbreak in Congo spreads faster than teams can track it. Nearly 900 cases have appeared, and suspected deaths are above 220. Contacts of these patients—people who might have been exposed—number over 2, 000, yet only 7% have been reached so far. Delays come from weak local systems,
A study looked at 615 public school students in five crowded cities in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, all around age 12. Instead of just counting cavities, researchers checked how many teens had lost at least one permanent tooth. Only 1 in 20 showed tooth loss, but the patterns behind it tell a bigger
A new shoe by Nike, priced at $120, draws from immigrant footwear traditions while adding modern comfort. The T90 Mule, created with a lifestyle brand, mimics the simple design of chancleta sandals—popular among immigrant communities for decades. Unlike traditional sandals, this version includes a s
Nathan Coleman didn’t set out to lose weight—he set out to ride a horse. The TV host had signed up for a show segment where guests needed to weigh themselves beforehand. At 337 pounds, he was too heavy for the ranch’s rules. Instead of saddling up, he walked beside the horse while his crew rode ahea
