A big decision is looming over the next U. N. climate summit, COP31. Turkey and Australia are both eager to host, but neither wants to back down. This has created a standstill that needs to be resolved soon. Turkey has a new idea: what if both countries co-host the event? They discussed this during
The Tesla Model Y has always been a standout in the electric SUV world. The latest update, called the Juniper, brings big changes. But not everyone is happy with it. The ride quality has gotten better, but it still isn't the smoothest. Some people say it's better than before, but others think it's
In Salt Lake City, there's a comedy show that blends humor and religion in a way you might not expect. It's called Comedy Church, and it's not your typical Sunday service. Instead of a sermon, you get stand-up comedy. Instead of pews, there are stools. And instead of a preacher, there are comedians
Dagestan is known for producing top fighters, and Magomed Zaynukov is the latest to catch attention. He is part of a new group of fighters gaining recognition in the sport. At UFC 322, Dustin Poirier, a retired MMA legend, met Zaynukov backstage. Poirier has had a long and successful career, with ma
In a show of resilience, Palestinians in the West Bank village of Deir Istiya gathered for Friday prayers after cleaning up their mosque. The mosque had been vandalized, with broken glass, offensive graffiti, and burn marks left behind. Villagers believe Jewish settlers were responsible for the dama
Ayahuasca, a plant-based drink used in spiritual ceremonies, has two main active ingredients: DMT and harmine. DMT is a psychedelic compound, while harmine helps the body absorb DMT better. Recently, scientists wanted to see if these compounds could protect brain cells from the harmful effects of co
In a lively Tokyo bar, a group of strong, muscular women are breaking the mold of traditional Japanese beauty standards. These women, known as "Muscle Girls, " are challenging the norm that women should be thin and delicate. They are showing that strength and muscle can also be beautiful. The bar,
Austin Nasso, a 30-year-old comedian, has an interesting story. He didn't always tell jokes for a living. He used to work at Microsoft as a software engineer. But he had a secret passion: standup comedy. He's been doing it for 12 years. In 2018, Austin and his friends started something called Tech
The USDA is raising alarms about a massive theft problem in food assistance programs. They believe that around $12 billion is stolen every year from SNAP benefits, but this number might be even higher. The thieves are getting smarter, using high-tech tricks to steal from the system. Investigators h
Forensic science is getting a makeover, and it's all thanks to something as small as a drop of blood. Dried Blood Spot (DBS) cards are becoming the talk of the town, especially in toxicology. These little cards are not just easy to use but also super efficient. Scientists have been working hard to m
