Ayahuasca, a plant-based drink used in spiritual ceremonies, has two main active ingredients: DMT and harmine. DMT is a psychedelic compound, while harmine helps the body absorb DMT better. Recently, scientists wanted to see if these compounds could protect brain cells from the harmful effects of co
In a bold move, the United States has slapped sanctions on a Myanmar militia group for its role in cyber scams. This group, the Democratic Karen Benevolent Army, along with four of its leaders, is now in the U. S. Treasury Department's crosshairs. The sanctions also extend to entities and an individ
The government shutdown has been a big deal, and now it looks like it might be over soon. Two big agencies, Health and Human Services and the Department of Interior, have told their workers to get ready to go back to work. They sent emails saying to be ready to come back on Thursday if the governme
In a dramatic turn of events, a brand new bridge in southwest China crumbled into the mountainside just a day after it was shut down. The Hongqi Bridge, which connects Sichuan and Tibet, had to be closed on Monday because of cracks spotted on nearby roads. But on Tuesday, a landslide struck, causing
The government shutdown has caused major problems for air travel, and things won't get better quickly. Air traffic controllers, who haven't been paid in weeks, are taking time off. This has led to many flights being delayed or canceled. The situation is especially bad at major airports, like those i
A new hurdle has emerged in the federal spending bill that could potentially end the government shutdown. The issue? A last-minute addition that severely restricts hemp-derived products, like CBD and THC drinks. This provision has sparked discontent among some Republicans, who might vote against the
Over 250 Venezuelans, sent to El Salvador from the US, faced terrible treatment. They were beaten, starved, and even sexually assaulted. This happened in a big detention center called Cecot. The conditions there were very bad. The prisoners were kept in secret, given little food, and treated badly.
After a long break, lawmakers are back in Washington to tackle the ongoing government shutdown. The House is set to vote on a bill that the Senate passed earlier. This bill aims to reopen the government, which has been closed for nearly eight weeks. President Trump has called this a big win. There
The government recently reopened after a long shutdown, but the delay caused serious problems for millions of Americans who rely on food stamps. This is the first time the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has faced such an interruption, and it has shaken people's trust in the governm
Google Duo, a video calling app loved by millions, is saying goodbye. The app, which has been downloaded over 5 billion times, will be replaced by Google Meet. This change has been in the works since 2020, but users now have until January 2026 to make the switch. Duo was known for its simple design
