Since 2018, there's been a steady split between the U. S. and China's economies due to trade tensions. Then a surprising twist: the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. How did this affect U. S. imports? Let's look at how U. S. importers dealt with the trade war and the pandemic lockdowns. We'll explore the i
Cortisol levels change a lot when we're stressed. These changes help us understand how our hormones are doing. Too much or too little cortisol can signal serious health issues. Usually, checking cortisol involves complex steps and can be kinda painful. Scientists have created a clever patch that mak
More and more people are struggling with homelessness in Canada, with over one in ten experiencing it at some point in their lives. Governments are dismantling encampments and some are even using special laws to ignore court rulings. Now, they're considering forced mental health treatments. But is t
Drake, the Toronto rapper known for his hit songs and social media presence, recently posted a selfie on Instagram sharing his new hairstyle. He’s ditched his braids this time, and the change hasn’t gone unnoticed by his followers. The photo shows Drake with his signature duck face, and it’s sparked
Ever wondered why some people who collect non-fungible tokens (NFTs) seem to bounce from one art collection to another? Well, it turns out they might be drawn to visual similarities between these collections. NFTs are like special tokens on blockchain networks that prove ownership of digital images.
Elton John recently turned heads with a noticeable weight loss at the Broadway opening of Tammy Faye, a musical he composed. The 77-year-old singer, famous for hits like "Bennie and the Jets, " showed off his slimmer figure in a vibrant pink suit with ruffled details, black top with pearls, and pink
Trump once promised to close the Department of Education, but was he serious? Experts say it's not just about the wall anymore. Eight years later, Trump's first term showed some of his wild ideas became real policies. Heritage Foundation's document, Project 2025, might be influencing Trump's educati
``` Ever wondered what Former President Donald Trump has in mind for schools? He aims to stamp out what he labels as "woke" elements and "left-wing indoctrination. " This includes avoiding lessons on gender identity and structural racism. He also wants to eliminate diversity offices in schools. His
Google Opinion Rewards is undergoing a significant change. Users are now prompted to agree to share their location data to continue receiving local surveys. This shift is due to Google's decision to store location data locally on devices instead of servers. Previously, the app relied on your device'
Did you know that tiny wax moths can help us understand human immune systems better? Scientists are fascinated by interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), a protein that plays a big role in both insect and human immunity. In a recent study, they found out that IFN-γ in Galleria mellonella larvae (which are like li
