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Jul 10 2025POLITICS

Birthright Citizenship: A Judge's Stand Against Trump's Policy

A federal judge has taken a significant step to block President Donald Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship. Judge Joseph Laplante ruled that Trump's executive order goes against the 14th Amendment and long-standing legal precedents. This decision is crucial because it comes after the Supre

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Jul 10 2025SCIENCE

A Light in Science: Celebrating David Mauzerall's Legacy

David Mauzerall, a name that echoes through the halls of scientific discovery, turned 95. His journey, filled with groundbreaking work in photochemistry and photobiology, has left an indelible mark on the world of science. At The Rockefeller University, he spent his career unraveling the mysteries o

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some Athletes Suddenly Collapse?

Sports are fun and keep us healthy, but sometimes, they can be dangerous. Some athletes suddenly collapse and die while playing. This is rare, but it happens. Doctors think tiny changes in the heart might be the cause. The heart is a muscle. Like any muscle, it can change with exercise. But sometim

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Jul 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Floods, Trust, and Climate Change: What Americans Think

Americans have seen a lot of floods lately. In the past five years, about 20% of people in the U. S. have dealt with major flooding. Most of these folks think climate change had something to do with it. Before the recent floods in Texas, people were pretty confident in the National Weather Service.

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Jul 10 2025SCIENCE

Astronauts on ISS Enjoy Science, Earth Views, and Polish Pierogi

A group of astronauts from Axiom Space's fourth mission are having a busy time on the International Space Station (ISS). They've been there since late June, working on over 60 science experiments and sharing their experiences with people back on Earth. The crew includes Peggy Whitson, a former NASA

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Jul 09 2025WEATHER

Ruidoso's Repeated Struggles: Flash Floods Strike Again

Ruidoso, New Mexico, is no stranger to disasters. Just a year after battling wildfires, the village faced another tragedy: flash floods that claimed three lives, including two young children. The heavy rains turned the Rio Ruidoso river into a raging torrent, reaching a record height of 20 feet in m

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Jul 09 2025POLITICS

Trump's Pick of Five: A New US Strategy for Africa?

The White House is hosting a small gathering of African leaders this week, but not all are impressed. Only five countries from the continent are invited. This is not the first time Trump has done this. He hosted a similar event in 2017. This time, the focus is on business opportunities. The invited

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

East Asian Immigrants and Mental Health: What's Stopping Them from Getting Help?

East Asian immigrants are a big part of the growing immigrant population worldwide. They face many struggles, like adapting to a new culture, dealing with discrimination, and managing language and money problems. These challenges can seriously affect their mental health, but there hasn't been much r

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Jul 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Speeding Through Life: Why We Love Double-Speed Videos

In today's fast-moving world, many people like to watch videos at double speed. This habit is not just about saving time. It's about how people feel when they watch videos and what they think about using this feature. Researchers wanted to understand why people choose to watch videos at double spee

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Colorful Journeys: How Young People of Color Navigate Life as LGBTQ+

Young people who are both LGBTQ+ and people of color face a lot of unique challenges. These challenges can affect their mental health, but they are often overlooked in research. A recent study tried to understand their experiences better. The study involved 24 Black and Latinx LGBTQ+ young people.

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