In China, where you live can greatly affect how well you age. A recent look into this topic showed clear differences between older adults in cities and those in rural areas. The study used a special measure called the Successful Aging Index (SAI). This index looks at many aspects of life, like socia
The housing market showed unexpected strength in February. Sales of existing homes went up by 4. 2% from January. This is a significant jump, especially when experts had predicted a 3% drop. However, it's important to note that these sales figures are based on deals that closed in February. This mea
The Euro is having a tough time right now. It dropped to around 1. 0830 against the US Dollar. This happened because the European Central Bank (ECB) is worried about the trade war led by US President Donald Trump. The ECB's president, Christine Lagarde, thinks this trade war could slow down the Euro
The COVID-19 pandemic has left many marks on society. One unexpected impact has been on children's eyesight. While many kids have experienced increased nearsightedness, there's another vision issue that's been flying under the radar: astigmatism. This condition can make both near and far objects app
Phosphorus is a mineral that is essential for the body. It is found in many foods. In recent years, there has been a lot of talk about how too much phosphorus in the diet can be bad for people with kidney problems. This is especially true for those with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage kid
Food choices are not just about what's on the table. They are about what's in your wallet and your head. Some curious minds wanted to figure out if how much money someone has affects what they eat. They also wanted to know if how people think about food plays a role. So, they did some research acros
Container ports are busy places. They handle lots of cargo. But they also release harmful gases into the air. These gases can make people sick. They cause problems like breathing issues and heart diseases. So, it's important to measure how green these ports are. One way to do this is by looking at h
The United Nations has a clear stance on human rights. Everyone should have access to basic needs like clean water, healthcare, and education. These rights are essential for a good life. But many people around the world still don't have these basics. One big reason is that governments don't have eno
The aerospace industry is a major player in U. S. manufacturing. It creates high-paying jobs and has consistently generated a significant trade surplus. Boeing, a leading company in this sector, is known for exporting billions of dollars worth of goods annually. However, President Trump's tariff pol
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out stricter identity checks. This means millions of people will need to visit an SSA field office instead of handling things over the phone. Starting March 31st, verifying your identity over the phone will no longer be an option. If you can't veri
