A lawyer known for defending controversial crime figures now stands as a polarizing pick in Colombia's upcoming vote. Once overshadowed by more traditional candidates, this self-styled "tiger" has quietly gained attention from business circles worried about economic stability. The usual market-frien
Kenia Monge, a bright 19-year-old just days away from starting college in Denver, vanished without a trace on a March night in 2011. After leaving a club with friends, she disappeared forever, leaving behind only her phone at the venue. The search that followed uncovered a chilling message on her de
A single accusation can spark years of controversy, especially when it involves science, money, and hidden motives. Back in 2015, a major news story claimed that a climate scientist received over a million dollars from fossil fuel companies, supposedly to spread misinformation. The scientist in ques
A major test explosion last night destroyed Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket at its Florida launch site, leaving no injuries but raising big questions about NASA’s moon plans. The rocket was supposed to help deliver cargo and eventually astronauts to the lunar surface as part of the Artemis program, b
When someone breaks their back in a bad fall or car crash, doctors have two main ways to help: either perform surgery to fix the bones or let the body heal itself with bracing and rest. A recent study looked at people with specific types of spine injuries called A3 and A4 thoracolumbar burst fractur
Marcos Giron is a tennis player who stands out not just for his skills on the court but for the rich mix of cultures in his background. Born in California to parents with roots in Argentina and Ecuador, his heritage adds an interesting layer to his identity. But unlike many athletes who openly share
Officials found a bat carrying rabies in Irvine Regional Park last weekend. This case led to warnings about how easily the virus can spread to people. Rabies is almost always deadly once symptoms show up. But quick action after exposure can prevent illness. The virus can enter the body through smal
A federal judge in Georgia is under fire after the Justice Department pushed for her removal from a case involving voter registration records. The request came after reports linked Judge Eleanor Ross to a misconduct scandal, including an extramarital affair with a high-ranking officer. A judicial pa
South Korea’s two tech giants are teaming up to see if tomorrow’s mobile networks can moonlight as environmental sensors. Instead of putting separate gadgets like radar boxes or laser scanners on every street corner, Samsung and LG Uplus want to let the cell towers we already have do the extra job.
A major medical device company just won a court case that could shape how heart pumps get made in the future. A jury decided that Abiomed’s Impella heart pumps don’t break Maquet’s patent rules. Even more surprising? The jury said Maquet’s patent itself wasn’t even valid. That’s a double win for Abi
