A pope visited the western city of Bamenda in Cameroon, a place where people have lived through years of fighting. The crowd welcomed him with music and cheers, showing how much hope he represents for many. During his stay, the pope spoke at a cathedral that had been given to him by local leaders.
India is considering big changes to its political system, aiming to make parliament bigger and set aside more seats for women. The proposed laws would increase the number of lawmakers by over half, bringing the total to 850 in the lower house. At the same time, one-third of these seats would be rese
Ohio lawmakers are pushing two bills that have mental health experts raising eyebrows. One would let schools bring in untrained religious volunteers to counsel students, while the other would make it harder for teens to get therapy without their parents’ permission. Critics say the first bill’s defi
In April 2026, a viral parenting influencer faced an unimaginable moment when her car accidentally struck her young son. The incident happened while she prepared to leave with her daughter to grab donuts, leaving the boy briefly unattended in the garage. The sudden accident left the child with serio
South Carolina stands out in the U. S. for having some of the biggest gaps in care for Black mothers. These women are twice as likely to die during or after childbirth compared to others. Experts say this isn’t just bad luck—it’s a pattern tied to how healthcare treats people differently based on ra
Brain tumor diagnosis isn’t just about scans and symptoms anymore. Doctors now rely on detailed lab tests to pick the right treatment. But in many places with fewer resources, these advanced tests are hard to find. A look at brain cancer care shows why this matters. A major global health report hig
Scientists use a method called hydrogen/deuterium exchange mass spectrometry to study how proteins fold. When comparing two drug versions, they need a test that shows the samples are almost identical, not just different. A new approach called TOST uses two one‑sided tests to set limits of acce
Infleqtion is a company that makes quantum computers, sensors and software. It started in 2007 and now sells its products to governments, businesses and research labs. Analysts at Citi and BTIG have recently raised their outlook on the stock. Citi gave it a buy rating with a target price of
Next week, the U. S. Senate might start voting on a bill to give billions more to two key border security groups—Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the U. S. Border Patrol. Senate leaders want this done quickly, before senators take a week-long break in early May. The money would keep the
Some tiny organisms living in our intestines could play a role in keeping blood sugar steady. Scientists have noticed that certain gut residents called Blastocystis might influence how our bodies handle glucose. Not all types of Blastocystis behave the same way—some could be helpful while others mig
