The United States faced a significant credit rating downgrade. This is not the first time this has happened. The last two times were in 2011 and 2023. This time, it was Moody's turn to lower the rating. They dropped the US credit rating from Aaa to Aa1. This change sent shockwaves through the f
Graphene is a superstar in the world of biosensors. This 2D wonder material is making waves due to its unique structure and electrical properties. It allows for the detection of various biological targets without needing labels or amplification. This makes it highly sensitive and selective. However,
The Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has declared that Israel will seize control of the entire Gaza Strip. This bold statement comes as three major allies—Britain, France, and Canada—criticize Israel's aggressive military actions and blockade on humanitarian aid. They describe the situati
Men stand taller than women on average, by about five inches. This isn't universal across all species, though. So, what makes humans different? A recent study, which gathered genetic data from a million individuals, might have some answers. The study zeroed in on a gene called SHOX. This gene is li
El Salvador has recently seen a troubling event unfold. A well-known lawyer, Ruth Eleonora López, was taken into custody. She is known for her outspoken criticism of President Nayib Bukele. This arrest has raised eyebrows among human rights groups. They see it as a sign of increasing authoritarian t
Jessica Simpson made a splash on television again after a long break. She sang two songs during the American Idol finale on May 18. The first was a new track called "Blame Me. " The second was a cover of Nancy Sinatra's "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'" with a contestant named Josh King. Simpson's
The leader of a major US bank, Jamie Dimon, has a warning for investors. He thinks markets and central banks are not paying enough attention to serious risks. These risks include huge government deficits, trade tensions, and the possibility of higher inflation. Dimon shared his thoughts during a mee
The phone rang for over two hours between two powerful leaders. The goal? To stop a brutal war. The leaders? The U. S. president and the Russian president. The war? The ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The outcome? No immediate peace, but a promise of future talks. The U. S. president reached out to hi
A New Jersey congresswoman is in hot water after a visit to an ICE facility. The Justice Department has pressed charges against Representative LaMonica McIver. The accusations? Assaulting law enforcement during a visit to an Immigration and Customs Enforcement site in Newark. The incident unfolded e
Deepfakes, especially those of a sexual nature, have become a growing problem. These are images where someone's face is placed onto a nude body using artificial intelligence. This has affected many people, from celebrities like Taylor Swift to high school students across the country. After months of
