Most people don’t know it, but tiny amounts of PFAS—man-made chemicals in everything from nonstick pans to firefighting foams—are likely floating around in their blood. Tests on over 10, 000 American blood samples found these substances almost everywhere. Out of nearly 10, 600 people, only 19 had ju
It used to be simple: actors made movies, singers sang, and athletes played sports. Now many celebrities are doing more than just their original jobs. They’re creating businesses too. Take Ryan Reynolds, for example. He’s not just an actor anymore. He’s also a business owner. Reynolds has a soccer c
The arrival of TMZ in Washington isn’t just another entertainment industry takeover—it’s a symptom of how politics and pop culture have blended over time. For years, the city’s power players acted like gatekeepers, keeping out tabloid-style media. But with public trust in Congress at historic lows a
Journals often rely on guest editors to organize special issues, but this practice has raised serious questions about research reliability. A recent case saw a journal pull nearly all papers from a cancer immunotherapy issue after finding major flaws in peer review. While these issues gained attenti
NASA just got a hand-me-down plane that used to fly thousands of passengers around the world. But this isn’t any ordinary jet—it’s now the biggest flying science lab in the agency’s fleet. After a year of heavy-duty upgrades in Texas, the former Japan Airlines Boeing 777 landed at NASA’s Langley Res
The government agency that hands out most U. S. medical research dollars is running months behind schedule this year. Instead of funding about 4, 000 new projects by late March, it has approved fewer than 2, 000. That shortfall means thousands of scientists are stuck waiting, some projects are pause
The race for Congress in 2026 isn’t just about who voters like— it’s about who can raise the most cash. Right now, Democrats have an edge in key Senate races, pulling in more donations than Republicans in seven Republican-held seats. Younger candidates are shaking things up by raising big money from
After meetings with local leaders, a former U. S. president turned his attention to financial institutions following California’s 2025 wildfires. During a public statement, he called out Wells Fargo specifically, arguing that lending practices made recovery harder for families who lost homes. He cla
OpenAI just released a fresh update to its AI tools, called ChatGPT 5. 5, built for people who need help with tough tasks like coding and research. Seven weeks after its last version, this new model is here to make everyday digital work easier. The team behind it says it can figure out confusing pro
A gaming business just beat Wall Street's expectations by a wide margin. The company reported adjusted earnings of 11 cents per share compared to the 7 cent estimate. Revenue also came in higher than expected at $1. 77 billion versus a $1. 75 billion forecast. This double beat sent shares up nearly
