The new Mett Singapore sits beside Fort Canning Park, offering a rare blend of history and relaxation in the city’s heart. The building first appeared in 1926 as the British Far East Command Headquarters, later becoming a military hub during World War II. Visitors can still see the “Battlebox, ” an
Pet ownership might be a hidden helper for keeping the mind active as people age. New studies show that living with animals can touch many parts of how our brains change over time. The research looks at both the body’s biology and the feelings that come with having a pet. On the biological side, pe
A new study shows that a simple blood test might reveal whether someone is likely to develop Alzheimer’s up to five years before any memory problems appear. The test looks for an imbalance between harmful molecules called free radicals and the body’s own antioxidants. The research was carried out b
Dylan Efron, now 34, has kept his life in motion since winning The Traitors. After a season on Dancing with the Stars, he’s not slowing down; he trains daily and enjoys rounds of golf. What keeps him comfortable during all the hustle? His wardrobe, and it’s from Kohl’s. He says he’s “that sweet‑spo
The recent flare‑up in the Middle East has put Dubai’s status as a global flight hub under scrutiny. When U. S. and Israeli forces struck Iran, the airspace over Dubai was closed for a brief period, forcing airlines to divert flights and leaving many passengers stranded. Dubai’s main airport,
Whole cooked ham is a staple in many diets, but the nitrite used to preserve it raises health worries. A new study looked at how cutting nitrite from 150 ppm to 80 ppm affects safety, texture, and flavor over time. The researchers checked the meat every 15 days for bacteria like total viable coun
The city’s promise to retirees that their health care would stay solid after 30 years of service is now shaky. A former crossing guard who spent three decades on the job has seen his trusted medication coverage slip through the cracks since January 1, when the city switched to a new UnitedHealthcare
Bridgeway Community Health is set to launch a 34‑bed medical detox and recovery facility in May at its Front Street campus in downtown Salem. The center will combine medically supervised withdrawal, primary medical care, and recovery services in a space that is nearly four times larger than its form
In a state prison far from Chicago, a 74‑year‑old inmate’s eyes are fading because of a treatable disease that has been ignored for years. The man, who has spent more than thirty years behind bars, first noticed hazy vision in the early 2000s. Doctors later told him he had glaucoma, a condition that
In a quiet spot beneath the Alpine foothills, two heavy machines stand ready to drill into the earth. The scene looks more like a mining site than an oil field, yet the crew uses familiar tools from the petroleum sector. Their goal is different: to pull heat from deep below instead of oil. The proj
