For years, public concern has grown about how platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp might affect young users. Now, a trial starting in New Mexico is putting those concerns to the test. Instead of a jury deciding, a judge will hear arguments in Santa Fe to determine if Meta’s apps create a
Ashley Graham isn't backing down from her body-positive message even as GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy flood social media. The 38-year-old model admits the trend hits hard for women who spent years fighting to love their bodies exactly as they are. "It feels like a step backward, " she explains
For over four decades, a small but beloved seafood spot in Dana Point Harbor served up fresh catches and classic meals. Now, Jon’s Fish Market will close its doors on May 3 after owner Shala Mansur O’Keefe decided the daily grind of running a business had become too much. Health struggles and financ
For three decades, deadlines have been a constant companion, shaping the rhythm of my work. The pressure once felt like an ache, but repeated exposure turned it into a familiar habit. I have spent many years navigating the complex world of scientific communication, sharing findings with local newspa
For decades, Hungary has stood out in Europe for having unusually high suicide rates. But why? Between 2000 and 2022, researchers dug into the connection between where people live, what they believe, and how often they end their lives. The findings suggest that in regions where many people practice
Simone Biles recently shared a surprising breakdown of her latest red carpet experience. A quick tally after the event showed a bill of $23, 000 just for styling, makeup, and hair. That’s more than some people spend on rent for an entire year. The gymnast, who knows a thing or two about discipline a
For years, wearable tech focused mostly on steps and heart rate. Now a popular smart ring is changing the game by adding hormone tracking to its list of features. Two big updates—one for birth control users and another for those going through menopause—are rolling out soon. The goal? To help people
For years, Louisiana’s voting districts have been drawn in a way that groups Black voters together to create a majority-Black district. This isn’t about fairness—it’s about giving one political party an edge. When the Supreme Court blocked this map last week, Democrats and civil rights groups cried
Former officials from Trump’s first term are pushing the former president to bring up the cases of religious prisoners during his upcoming talks with China’s leader. Over 20 national security experts signed a letter urging Trump to press Xi Jinping to free a detained Protestant pastor and a prominen
For years, the main concern about Anchorage’s power supply has been whether natural gas will run out. But there’s a quieter issue making bills rise: people are using less electricity. Over the past 15 years, power use in Chugach Electric’s territory has dropped by about 1% each year. In 2025, it fel
