The first American pope is heading to Spain this week, and his visit isn’t just a routine check-in with locals. Leo XIV is making the trip at a time when Europe’s migration crisis and deep political divides are shaping debates far beyond its borders. His schedule includes stops at migrant centers in
Health tech isn’t just for wealthy neighborhoods anymore. A small study looked at how giving fitness trackers and automated reminders to low-income families might help them move more. Instead of relying on expensive gym memberships or pricey personal trainers, this approach uses gadgets and texts to
Kids pick up habits fast—and not always the good ones. When families struggle with money or resources, healthy eating and exercise often take a backseat. That’s a big problem because small kids face lifelong risks when bad habits form early. Some programs try to fix this with screens and in-person h
The idea of a long life is common, but it only tells part of the story. A new way to think about how we spend our days is called a soulspan. It looks at how alive, satisfied, and connected we feel throughout our lives, rather than just the number of years we live. Three key parts shape a soulspan
Cities in South Asia are turning into ovens. The usual summer warmth now feels like an extra burn because of global weather shifts. But the real trouble isn’t just the heat—it’s who feels it the most. Rich people can afford cool homes and quick trips to the doctor. Poorer families? They sweat throug
Wall Street is pulling out all the stops to get wealthy investors excited about SpaceX’s upcoming stock sale. Major banks like Bank of America, JPMorgan, and Morgan Stanley are throwing lavish events this week, hoping to win over clients who want a piece of the $75 billion IPO. That price tag makes
The launch of SpaceX on the stock market is not about rockets to Mars. Elon Musk wants to turn space into a profit machine. He said in February that joining SpaceX with his AI company xAI would create the biggest “innovation engine. ” That phrase hides a plan to own every part of the space
Panama is racing to drop its name from the European Union’s tax blacklist, a move that could boost foreign investment and improve business ties. The country has sat on the EU’s “non‑cooperative” list since 2020, a label that signals weak tax transparency and limited efforts against tax evasion.
NASA’s Maven, a spacecraft studying Mars, stopped responding six months ago. Mission teams lost contact in December after Maven passed behind Mars and never came back online. Engineers figured out the problem: Maven spun too fast, disrupting its orbit and draining its batteries. Without power, the s
A new rule from the president would require all federal employees to sign a secrecy agreement. The agreement says they cannot talk about how their agency works, who works there, or any early discussions that could influence decisions. The proposal turns the old idea that government work is public
