The U. S. government recently took a sharp turn from its long fight against flavored vapes. For years, officials worked hard to block fruit and candy flavors, arguing they hook young users. Now, suddenly, the same agency that once banned over a million flavors has greenlit four new ones—all aimed at
The Venice Biennale, a famous art festival, has let Russia set up its exhibit again after skipping two years. This move has caused a big debate. Some say art should stay separate from politics. Others argue that allowing Russia back sends the wrong message. The festival’s leader says art should bri
The Met Gala isn’t just about fancy outfits and glow-in-the-dark makeup. It’s also a quick way to test how society judges powerful women. When Blake Lively walked down the steps in her oversized Versace gown, something small but telling happened. A short video clip showed her briefly stopping to org
The Met Gala’s 2026 theme, "Costume Art, " turned the red carpet into a dazzling runway of creativity—and eye-watering price tags. While billionaire heiress Isha Ambani stole the show with a $135 million necklace, other stars still brought jaw-dropping bling. The event wasn’t just about fashion; it
The singer Bebe Rexha once worked with a big label for over a decade, but early this year she chose a different path. After parting ways with Warner Records in January 2025, she released “New Religion” with Faithless and quickly saw the track hit number one on Billboard’s Dance charts. The moment fe
The Supreme Court recently said states can’t rely too much on race when drawing voting districts. This isn’t about removing fairness—it’s about asking if old rules still fit today. Back in 1965, laws like the Voting Rights Act were needed to stop racist tricks that kept Black Americans from voting.
The upcoming return match in Germany is set to test PSG’s resolve, with the club’s manager emphasizing that a single‑goal lead offers little comfort. He told his players that while the advantage exists, football is unpredictable and any match can swing in a moment. His message was clear: the team
The story of the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus, or PEDV, is a reminder that even strong vaccines can lose their edge when a pathogen keeps evolving. This virus, which lives in pig guts, began as a regional problem in the 1970s but now spreads worldwide. Its ability to change its genetic makeup, su
The U. S. Food and Drug Administration has finally cleared fruit‑tasting e‑cigarettes for sale, a first in the country. The decision clears pods from Glas Inc. , a Los Angeles company that employs age‑verification tech to keep young people out. The flavors include mango, blueberry and two menthol op
The air over New Jersey is set to cool down after a sweltering start to May, as a cold front moves in from the west. The front brings much‑needed rain that will help ease the drought that has gripped the state since early December. A half‑inch of precipitation is forecast for southern New Jersey, wi
