LT

May 14 2026HEALTH

Healthy Habits, Happy Minds: What Students Learn About Activity and Screens

A recent study looked at how Chinese college kids feel physically and mentally when they spend time on screens, eat emotionally, or stay active. Researchers handed out a questionnaire to 1, 800 students from three universities in Southwest China. The survey asked about screen time, how much they exe

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026SPORTS

A Heavyweight’s Quiet Battle: Loss, Love, and a New Fight

Francis Ngannou, known worldwide as “The Predator, ” is a name that once meant pure power and knockout fury. His reputation in the ring was built on raw strength and an unyielding drive to win. Yet, just before stepping back into the octagon for a Netflix event, he shared a story that reveals a far

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026SPORTS

Curious Swings: How a Science‑Loving Golfer Keeps Her Edge

Charley Hull, the sixth‑ranked English golfer, is famous not only for her driving power but also for her love of learning. Before the Kroger Queen City Championship in Ohio, she spoke to reporters about how her fascination with science, history and geography shapes the way she plays. Hull says

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026CRIME

Three Men Charged with Assault After Santana Row Attack

A group of three men were brought before a judge on Wednesday for an assault that happened outside a restaurant in Santana Row. The incident took place on March 8 and involved two Israeli‑American men who were speaking Hebrew on a patio. The three suspects—Bruneil Henry Chamaki, Roma Akoyans and

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026CELEBRITIES

Surprise Health Check‑In Shakes Up Ted Danson’s Routine

Ted Danson, who is 78 years old, recently shared that he had a sudden health issue during an episode of his podcast “Where Everybody Knows Your Name. ” He didn’t give many details but said he’s now back to full health. The actor described the experience as a wake‑up call that reminded him how fra

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026HEALTH

Yoga and Mental Health: A Fresh Look at the Evidence

Yoga has long been used for body and mind balance, but scientists are now checking how it helps with mental conditions. A recent review looked at studies from 2014 onward that were written in English and found over two thousand papers. After removing duplicates, the researchers read 77 full articles

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026SCIENCE

Solar Panels and the Hidden Cost of Heavy Metals

Solar power is often seen as a clean solution, but new research shows that the materials used in panels can leave dangerous waste behind. A study from Oregon State University found that a new ink‑jet method can make CIGS (copper, indium, gallium, selenium) panels with less manufacturing waste and

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026HEALTH

Home Comfort Lowers Blood Pressure

A study examined how moving into new, well‑insulated apartments with good ventilation affects people’s blood pressure. Researchers measured participants’ BP twice a year for two years before the move and again after they settled in. They tracked morning and evening readings for nearly 180 people eac

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026POLITICS

New Rules Around the World Aim to Protect Kids Online

Governments are taking different steps to limit how young people use social media. Some countries want to block access entirely for certain age groups. Others are pushing for stricter checks before kids can sign up. The moves come after years of warnings about how too much screen time can affect men

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026SCIENCE

Light Levels Change How Lettuce Uses Nutrients

Lettuce grown under artificial lights isn’t just affected by temperature and water—how much light it gets also shifts how it processes nitrogen, the stuff that makes greens healthy. Scientists grew two types of lettuce, one crispy like a sandwich topping and one loose-leaf for salads, under two ligh

reading time less than a minute