Okra, a green veggie often seen in stews or fried, has a new trendy form: okra water. This drink is made by soaking okra pods in water, usually overnight. The result is a slightly thick drink due to the okra's soluble fiber and mucilage. But is it really good for you? Some say okra water helps with
In Yemen's capital, Sanaa, a tense situation unfolded as Iran-backed Houthis raided United Nations offices. This happened on a Sunday, shortly after a significant Israeli strike. The Houthis targeted the World Food Program and UNICEF offices, detaining several UN employees. A spokesperson for the Wo
In the early 1900s, national parks were more about looks than actual conservation. Park managers would clear underbrush, cut trees for views, and kill thousands of predators like mountain lions and wolves. They didn't realize how much damage they were doing to the ecosystems. Enter George Meléndez W
Chicago is facing a serious crime problem. Many people think the reason is a lack of police officers. There are 1, 600 empty jobs in the Chicago Police Department. This means fewer officers to respond to emergencies. Last year, 225 "911" calls went unanswered. These calls included reports of gunshot
Workers at a big tech company recently lost their jobs after a bold move. They entered an executive's office to make a statement. This happened at Microsoft's headquarters in Redmond, Washington. Two employees, Riki Fameli and Anna Hattle, were part of a group called No Azure for Apartheid. They wan
The United States has made a big change to its import rules. This change is causing problems for many countries and businesses. The "de minimis" rule used to let small packages enter the US without extra fees. But now, this rule is ending. This means more costs for businesses and more hassle for cus
Doctors have been using AI tools to improve their work. These tools help them find diseases like cancer, make quicker diagnoses, and even predict health risks. But, there's a catch. New research shows that using AI too much might make doctors worse at their jobs. A study in the Lancet Gastroenterol
Washington, DC, has seen a drop in crime since federal law enforcement stepped in. But not everyone is happy about it. The city's mayor, Muriel Bowser, says crime has gone down. She points to fewer carjackings, gun crimes, and homicides. She thinks people feel more accountable now. But she also say
Climate change is not just about rising temperatures and extreme weather. It's also about money. Many countries that are most affected by climate change are also struggling with huge amounts of debt. These countries, which make up the Climate Vulnerable Forum's Vulnerable Twenty Group (CVF-V20), are
John Bolton, a former advisor to President Donald Trump, has expressed worry about his safety following the removal of his Secret Service protection. He shared these concerns during an online event where he was discussing Trump's recent summit with the South Korean leader. Bolton mentioned that he
