Canal Street in New York City is known for its vibrant street vendor scene, where tourists and locals can find knockoff designer goods. This week, however, the usual hustle and bustle came to a halt after a federal immigration raid. Nine individuals were arrested, and the street was left feeling eer
Plants are packed with good stuff like vitamins and minerals. But there's a catch. They also have something called anti-nutrients. These sneaky compounds can block the good stuff from being absorbed. This makes it harder for the body to use the nutrients. Anti-nutrients work in different ways. Some
Tropical Storm Melissa is taking its time in the Caribbean. It's not in a rush, but that's not good news. It's expected to turn into a hurricane and dump a lot of rain on Jamaica and Haiti. This could cause serious flooding and landslides. The National Hurricane Center says Melissa will get stronge
The MAHA movement, which stands for Make America Healthy Again, is gaining traction. But who is really benefiting from it? At a recent trade show in California, two advisers to U. S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke to a crowd of food brands, investment banks, and supp
The United Nations is gearing up for a significant change. The next leader, known as the secretary-general, will be chosen in a process that's stirring up some debate. This role has a five-year term, starting in 2027. Traditionally, the position rotates among different regions. Right now, it's Lati
In a surprising turn of events, U. S. Representative Hakeem Jeffries has finally thrown his support behind Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor. This endorsement comes four months after Mamdani's primary victory, which left many wondering if Jeffries would ever publicly bac
A big change is happening in the world of fintech. Snowball & Co. , a tech investment company, has taken over Adro, a fintech startup. Adro helps people from other countries who are studying or working in the U. S. manage their money. Now, Adro's team will run Finfare Money, a financial tech company
In Australia, going out for a night of fun can sometimes turn into an unpleasant experience. A recent study looked into how often people face sexual harm in nightlife areas. They talked to people in a busy nightlife spot in Victoria and found some concerning facts. Over half of the women and nearly
Andrew Cuomo's mayoral campaign is in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. A bizarre AI-generated video surfaced briefly on Cuomo's X account, depicting his opponent, Zohran Mamdani, in a less than flattering light. The clip showed a group of AI-generated characters, including a pimp, a drunk dr
A new show on HBO Max is making waves. It's called Task, and it's quickly becoming one of the most popular series on the platform. In just three days after its finale aired, it pulled in four million viewers across different devices. That's a big jump from its premiere, which already had a strong st
