The city of Los Angeles is in a legal showdown with the federal government. The U. S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Karen Bass, the L. A. City Council, and the city itself. The lawsuit claims that Los Angeles' sanctuary city law is illegal and is blocking federal immigratio
Meta, the company behind Facebook, is shaking things up in the world of artificial intelligence. They're creating a new team called Meta Superintelligence Labs, or MSL for short. This team will focus on developing AI that's super smart, maybe even smarter than humans. The big boss at Meta, Mark Zuc
Freeze-drying, or lyophilization, is a big deal in medicine. It's a process that makes drugs last longer, especially important ones like antibiotics. In fact, most of the antibiotics on the World Health Organization's Essential Medicines list are freeze-dried. This means they can be stored for a lon
Nike is feeling the heat from U. S. trade policies. The sportswear giant warns that tariffs could add a cool $1 billion to its costs this year. To soften the blow, Nike plans to cut back on making its products in China. This shift is a big deal because China currently makes about 16% of Nike's shoes
Anna Wintour is making a big move. After 38 years as the top editor of American Vogue, she's stepping down. But don't think she's leaving the fashion world behind. She's just changing her role. Wintour will now focus on bigger picture stuff. She'll be the global editorial director for Vogue and the
Fractures are a common health issue in Canada, affecting many people. A recent study looked at over 9, 000 adults to understand who is most at risk and why fractures happen. Women, people over 50, and those with weaker bones are more likely to experience fractures. Falls are a major cause, with ove
In the vast ocean, tiny creatures called copepods are the unsung heroes of the food chain. These little guys are like the ocean's farmers, providing food for bigger creatures. But their lives are not easy, especially in estuaries where the water can get super salty. Scientists wanted to see how the
The East Coast is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to levels not seen in over a decade. This intense heat is caused by a heat dome, a weather phenomenon where high pressure traps hot air in a region. The effects of this heatwave are far-reaching and severe. In St.
Hip fractures are a big deal, especially for older folks. They can lead to serious health problems and even death. So, how do different countries handle this issue? Let's take a look at five high-income countries and see how they manage hip fracture care. First, it's important to understand what re
Acupuncture is becoming more popular in medical research. But how do we measure its success? One key way is by asking patients about their experiences. These are known as patient-reported outcomes (PROs). However, in mainland China, no one has thoroughly examined how these PROs are utilized in acupu
