Pete Hegseth, the U. S. Defense Secretary, recently spoke in Kuala Lumpur. He highlighted China's growing actions in the South China Sea. These actions are seen as disruptive and threatening by many countries in the region. Hegseth met with defense ministers from Australia, Japan, and the Philippin
Hearing loss is a common issue as people age, but modern technology is making it easier to address. Bill Schiff-Miller, founder of Akoya, has seen firsthand how hearing technology has evolved over the past 50 years. He believes that hearing aids are just one part of the solution and that people shou
Brazil is stepping in to help poorer nations attend the COP30 climate summit. With just a week to go, many countries still don't have a place to stay. The host country is offering free cabins on cruise ships to ensure everyone can participate. Belem, the city hosting the event, usually has limited
Anchorage is in the middle of a heated discussion about closing two elementary schools. Parents and teachers are worried about how this will affect kids, especially those with special needs. They say moving students around too much can be disruptive and harmful. The school board is listening to the
Soldiers and other specialists often face malaria risks when they are sent to different places. To prevent malaria, they are often given doxycycline. But this medicine can cause problems in the stomach and intestines. Researchers wanted to see if long-term use of doxycycline in soldiers leads to mor
The idea that the planet is on the brink of a climate disaster is making headlines again. This time, it's about hitting the 1. 5°C warming mark. But is this really a big deal? The United Nations Secretary General recently said that we can't stop 1. 5°C warming. He also warned about dangerous "tippi
Burns are nasty injuries. They hurt a lot and take a long time to heal. For over 20 years, doctors have been using something called CAMPs. These are like fake skin or tissue. They help burns heal faster. But not everyone agrees on how well they work or if they are worth the money. There are over 75
Upstate New York is in for a typical winter this year. After a few years of low snowfall, things are looking up for snow lovers. Last winter, Syracuse got 105 inches of snow, which is close to the usual 120 inches. Experts think this winter might be similar. For the past five years, snowfall in Syr
Lipids, or fats, play a crucial role in our bodies. They are not just about energy storage. They also help build cells and produce hormones. But did you know they might be connected to a serious disease called ALS? ALS is a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. It can make it hard to mov
Jaclyn Smith, the iconic actress, has reached an incredible milestone: her 80th birthday. Her journey in life and career is nothing short of inspiring. She started as a model in the early 1970s and transitioned into acting, landing small roles on various TV shows. But it was her role as Kelly in "Ch
