Faith Kipyegon, a star athlete from Kenya, recently took on a huge challenge: becoming the first woman to run a mile in under 4 minutes. She pushed herself to the limit but fell just short, clocking in at 4:06. 91. Even though it wasn't a record-breaking time, it was still her personal best. The ev
In Kenya, young people are still fighting for their rights. They took to the streets to remember the protests from last year. These protests were against a new tax law that would have made life harder for many people. The government did not like the protests. They told TV and radio stations to stop
In the heart of western Kenya, a tiny freshwater snail is making a big impact on public health. This snail, known as Biomphalaria pfeifferi, has a unique way of reproducing. It mostly fertilizes its own eggs, leading to many identical snails. This might not seem important, but it is crucial for unde
Seaweed is packed with complex sugars, like laminarins, which can act like prebiotics. These sugars can help feed good bacteria in the gut. A study looked into how feeding seaweed products from Saccharina latissima to chickens or their parent hens could affect the chickens' growth, gut health, and i
The Mortician, a true crime docuseries, has taken HBO by storm. This three-part show is all about the Lamb Funeral Home and its shady dealings. The series dives deep into the criminal actions of David Sconce, the funeral home's leader, and how he manipulated the system for profit. The show features
The crypto world is buzzing with news that Coinbase is pushing for a big change. They want to offer something called "tokenized equities" to their customers. This means turning regular stocks into digital tokens, like cryptocurrencies. Instead of owning actual shares, investors would own tokens that
The U. S. vaccine program just got a major shake-up. Seventeen experts who advised on vaccines were suddenly let go. They believe this move has weakened the program. These experts had been part of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or ACIP. Their job was to look at the safety and effe
The world of Hollywood can be as mysterious as the Force in Star Wars. Behind the scenes, there is a lot of maneuvering and influence that goes on. Kathleen Kennedy, the head of Lucasfilm, has been quietly working to secure an Honorary Oscar for Disney's CEO, Bob Iger. She has been reaching out t
A recent poll revealed that the nation's stance on health issues isn't as divided as one might expect. The public's view on vaccines is quite clear. A large majority of adults back the use of vaccines to stop diseases. This support cuts across party lines, with most Republicans, Democrats,
Boston has been experiencing a streak of rainy weekends. This weekend is the 14th in a row with at least some rain. It is possible that this weekend might break the trend. People should not get too excited though. It is too early to tell. The weather today will be cool and cloudy. The sun will try
