The internet had a rough Monday. Amazon's cloud service, AWS, had some big problems. This caused trouble for many online platforms, including Coinbase and Robinhood. Coinbase said their services were back up, but some old transactions were still stuck. Robinhood also said they were having issues bec
The internet had a rough morning, and crypto was caught in the crossfire. A hiccup in Amazon Web Services (AWS) sent ripples across the web, taking down major crypto platforms and blockchains. Coinbase, Robinhood, and even some Ethereum layer-2 networks felt the pinch when AWS's DynamoDB service stu
Chloë Crampton, a chef based in Los Angeles, faced a tough health battle when she discovered a lump in her breast in April 2021. At just 32 years old and with no family history of breast cancer, she was initially dismissed by her doctor. Despite being told she was too young for cancer, she persisted
During a recent college football game, a group of fans decided to have a little too much fun. Olivia Cleary, a sports reporter from Oregon, was in the middle of her live report when things took a turn. The game was between Oregon State University and Lafayette University, and the fans seemed more in
Healthcare in the U. S. is often reactive, waiting for problems to arise before taking action. This approach is costly and inefficient, especially when considering the potential of preventive care. The current system struggles to prioritize prevention, with only about 5% of total health spending all
Germany is in a bit of a pickle. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is having a tough time getting his big plans for pensions and military service through the government. This isn't just a small hiccup; it's making people worry that Germany might start having the same political chaos that France has been dea
In 2018, a significant number of people in Aceh, Indonesia, refused to get vaccinated during a national measles-rubella campaign. The reason? Many believed the vaccines contained traces of pork, which is forbidden in Islam. This refusal was not just a personal choice; it was backed by the local gove
Ever wondered why people love haunted houses or horror movies? It's not just about the adrenaline rush. There's a science behind why we enjoy being scared, even though fear can feel really bad in real life. Fear is like an alarm system in our brain. When something scares us, our brain's amygdala ki
Anxiety is everywhere. It's in us, in our communities, and in the big decisions that shape our world. A new book dives into these worries, offering ways to handle them. The writer, who lives in Seattle, knows a thing or two about anxiety. She's been dealing with it for a long time and has some ideas
In the U. S. , many expectant mothers face serious health risks. Sadly, most of these issues could be avoided with better care. There are many reasons why this is happening. Some groups, like racial minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities, have a harder time getting the help th
