People’s ideas about getting older influence how they feel and what habits they adopt. In a recent survey across Iran, researchers looked at this link for the first time. The study gathered data from adults of different ages, asking them how they see themselves as they age. Questions covere
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, are called “forever chemicals” because they linger in the body for many years. A new study looked at how these substances might make men feel older than their calendar age. The researchers found that the link between PFAS levels in the blood an
Bitcoin’s story has taken a new twist since U. S. regulators approved spot Bitcoin ETFs. The iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) grew faster than any other fund, pulling billions into a regulated wrapper. What followed was the rapid rise of options on that ETF, which now holds more Bitcoin volatility than
People look to science or religion for answers, but do these views steer how we act and feel? A study asked 301 adults in the United States to share how much they trust science or faith. The researchers then examined links between those beliefs and everyday behaviors that help people cope, stay heal
A prominent party in Malaysia’s ruling coalition has urged the government to set up a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) after recent accusations against the country’s anti‑corruption agency, the MACC. Earlier this month, media outlets reported that MACC officials were allegedly aiding businessmen
The record‑breaking winter storm that swept the Northeast last week left a city of Providence with almost four feet of snow, smashing its previous high. Power lines snapped and trees fell, knocking out electricity for more than 350 000 people across the region. Even as crews work to restore power, a
In recent months, the private credit market has faced a series of shocks that reveal deep cracks in its foundation. The first blow came in September when two auto‑parts and auto‑lending firms, First Brands Group and Tricolor Holdings, both filed for bankruptcy. Their failures highlighted how much pr
Paragraph 1 People on social media talk about trying quick‑fix peptide shots that promise to turn back the clock. They claim they can feel younger, but many also share scary stories about side effects. Paragraph 2 Some users report headaches, feeling weak, mood swings, and stomach upset. A fe
The newest surveys show that many people in the United States are not convinced about artificial intelligence. Even though a lot of folks use AI tools, they still doubt the technology’s power and safety. A study from December found that only about a third of adults use an AI program at least once e
The scene starts on a weekday evening in New York. A commuter leaves Union Square, hops on the subway, and pulls up a phone app that can write code for him. He types a simple request: “Show me the data I just uploaded, put it in a database, and make it searchable on a web page. ” While the train rat
