A major step in mental health treatment could be on the way as federal funding opens doors for studying psychedelic drugs. This move follows years of growing interest in substances like ibogaine, a plant-based compound used in some parts of the world to help with trauma and addiction. The push isn’t
A fresh study across Europe shows loneliness might start hurting memory long before old age sets in. Researchers tracked over 10, 000 adults aged 65 to 94 for seven years. At the start, those who felt lonely scored lower on memory tests. But everyone—whether lonely or not—lost memory at the same pac
St. Louis may be known for its iconic arch and deep-fried foods, but its real claim to fame might be the people who grew up there and went on to leave a mark on the whole country. From scientists to artists, this city has produced individuals who didn’t just blend into the background. Take Chuck Ber
Four Boston-based scientists walked away with top honors from an awards event that values breakthroughs more than Hollywood does. Held on a Saturday in Los Angeles, the ceremony recognizes discoveries that can take a decade or more to prove, unlike Oscars that focus only on the previous year’s films
Bitcoin fans and investors keep a close eye on who’s in charge at the Federal Reserve—not because they care about Fed gossip, but because the chair’s decisions ripple through the economy in ways that hit wallets everywhere. Mortgage rates, savings account yields, and stock market swings all trace ba
Influencers in Russia are stepping out of their usual makeup tips and fashion posts to voice strong criticism against the government. One popular beauty guru posted a message that called out the president and blamed him for problems like slow flood responses in Dagestan, mishandled livestock culls i
The City News Cafe, a familiar face on North Cicero Avenue since 1988, recently endured an unexpected setback when a stolen car crashed into its storefront at four‑thirty in the morning. Police reports say the driver ran a red light at Six Corners, chased by officers, and ultimately lost control, sh
The aircraft that carries the U. S. president is more than a fancy jet; it is a moving fortress that can stay airborne for hours, fight off threats, and keep its commander in charge even if the country is under attack. The secret behind this reliability lies in its engines, which have been chosen an
The Kimmel Center in Center City hosted a lively gathering that pulled together former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Joe Biden for a special History Channel event. The evening kicked off with an intimate chat between Bush and his daughter Jenna Bush Hager, setting a relaxed tone for th
Three top leaders left OpenAI on the same day. The moves come as the company drops several experimental projects, including its video tool Sora and a science research group. The pattern shows that most of the original founders are no longer in the company, with many former staff moving to rivals lik
