New research suggests a link between enjoying dark humor and higher intelligence. In a study of 156 adults with varied backgrounds, those who liked jokes about death, disease, or suffering scored better on both verbal and visual IQ tests. They were also less aggressive than others who couldn’t toler
New York City is buzzing with excitement after its basketball team, the Knicks, won a major championship last weekend. The victory marks the first time in over half a century that the team has claimed a title. To celebrate, the city is organizing what could be the biggest parade in its history, star
Newmont just added two big names to its executive team. Mark Rodgers now leads daily operations, while David Thornton takes charge of technology. These moves happen as gold prices climb past $4, 000 an ounce, giving the company extra cash to play with. Yet miners still face higher costs and stricter
New Mexico just earned the top spot for financial honesty among all U. S. states. Experts checked how well each state shares money details and gave New Mexico the highest score ever recorded. While bigger states struggle with messy reports or late filings, New Mexico keeps setting the standard with
New forms of artificial molecules keep appearing in chemistry labs. These molecules often resemble tiny 3D puzzles made of metal and oxygen atoms, combined with organic parts. Scientists call them chiral polyoxometalates, or cPOMs for short. They stand out because they have a mirrored shape at the a
New York’s basketball team just won their first championship in over half a century, and the city’s famous fans made sure the whole world knew how excited they were. While some celebrities like Timothée Chalamet and Ben Stiller were actually in San Antonio celebrating in person, others watched the f
New York’s basketball win drew more than just cheering fans—celebrities flooded the arena for Game 5. From Hollywood stars to sports icons, the crowd reflected the city’s energy. Some were longtime supporters; others made special trips just to witness the historic moment. A mix of famous faces show
New Jersey is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the excitement hasn’t matched the steep prices being charged for parking spots and hotel rooms. A recently renovated hotel near MetLife Stadium is asking $450 just to park overnight during the final match while rooms for that night are priced
Texas just launched a free online course to help more people recognize the New World screwworm, a dangerous parasite that burrows into animal wounds. The state needs faster inspections because cattle and goats can’t move freely if there’s a risk of infestation. So far this summer, Texas has found te
Ohio’s governor race is getting messy. Vivek Ramaswamy, a wealthy biotech entrepreneur running as a Republican, believes hard work alone can fix America’s problems. But in a state where most people are white and Christian, some voters aren’t sure they trust him—even if he’s running on their team. Ra
