A recent study published in JAMA Network Open found that children and teens who caught COVID-19 were more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes compared to kids with other respiratory illnesses like flu or bronchitis. The risk was especially high for obese children, who had double the likelihood of gett
On Monday, China pushed the limits by flying its largest number of warplanes around Taiwan during military drills. This move was a response to Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, who spoke about protecting the island's sovereignty. The drills involved fighter jets, drones, warships, and coast guar
Scientists have uncovered a surprising new home for marine life: beneath the ocean floor! Using a robotic submersible called SuBastian, researchers explored an area in the eastern Pacific Ocean called the Fava Flow Suburbs. They discovered that animals like tubeworms and mussels are living in caviti
Google is rolling out its October 2024 Pixel Drop with the launch of Android 15. This update brings new features to all Pixel devices, with some Pixel 9 perks trickling down to older models. The Pixel 9 boasts an exciting new Gemini Extension. It lets you find info saved in screenshots using voice
This week, a Texas man might become the first person in the U.S. to be executed for a murder tied to shaken baby syndrome. Robert Roberson, 57, is set to receive a lethal injection on Thursday for the death of his 2-year-old daughter, Nikki Curtis, back in 2002. He has maintained his innocence, and
A deadly drone attack by Hezbollah, launched from Lebanon, hit a military base deep inside Israel. This surprise assault shows Hezbollah's growing power and Israel's struggle to defend against new types of attacks. Four soldiers were killed and many more were hurt. The drone targeted the dining hall
A small eatery in Southern Minnesota named Bayside Saloon & Grill recently made headlines for a unique rule. They limit drink servings to customers with kids to just two drinks. The story began when a disgruntled customer complained about this policy. The restaurant then took to social media to stan
China has kicked off major military drills around Taiwan, calling it a “stern warning” against the island's independence push. Taiwan's Defense Ministry condemned the exercises as “unreasonable provocation.” The drills, dubbed Joint Sword-2024B, involve China’s army, navy, air force, and rocket forc
China staged military drills near Taiwan as a response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's recent speech. The drills, named "Joint Sword-2024B," involved different branches of the Chinese military. They were conducted around the north, south, and east of the island. The goal was to test their join
Pop star Olivia Rodrigo experienced an unexpected accident during her final Melbourne concert on the Australian leg of her Guts tour. In front of around 14,000 fans at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena, the 21-year-old singer fell through a hole in the stage while performing. This incident happened when s
