A recent study claims that fluoride is safe for children's brain development, but many experts are skeptical. The study, published in Science Advances, suggests that fluoride exposure in childhood has no negative cognitive effects and might even offer slight benefits. However, the study's methodology and timing have raised eyebrows. The study's release comes shortly...
Flu cases are popping up earlier than usual in Europe. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is sounding the alarm, urging people to get their flu shots now. A new strain of the flu virus is causing this early surge, and it's happening three to four weeks ahead of schedule. This early start could mean a tougher flu season. Healthcare systems ...
In a world where tech is king, Pacific Prime is making waves in the HR scene. This global insurance broker and benefits specialist just snagged three big awards at the HR Vendors of the Year Awards Singapore 2025. The event happened on November 7, 2025, at Sofitel Singapore City Centre. Big shots from Pacific Prime were there, including Heena Bose, the CEO of Pacific...
The UK's Met Office Space Weather Operations Centre, established in 2014, has been working to help the country prepare for space weather events. They provide daily forecasts, including four-day geomagnetic storm forecasts (GMSF) and X-ray flare forecasts (XRFF). But how good are these predictions? To find out, experts compared the forecasts with real data from satel...
Ever wondered how scientists keep an eye on the sun's temper tantrums? The Met Office Space Weather Operations Centre is like a 24/7/365 solar bodyguard. They watch the sun round the clock. Their job is to warn us about solar flares. These are sudden bursts of energy from the sun. They can mess with our tech down here on Earth. The centre sends out two types of fore...
A big change is happening in Abbotsford. The Abbotsford Centre is now called Rogers Forum. This happened because the city, Canucks Sports and Entertainment (CSE), and Rogers Communications made a deal. The city owns the building, but CSE has been managing it since 2022. They pay the city $750, 000 every year to do this. The city also gets extra money if the venue sel...
Canada's top spy agency has been busy lately. They've stopped some scary plans by Iran. These plans were aimed at people living in Canada who Iran doesn't like. The agency's boss, Dan Rogers, shared this news in a rare public talk. He also mentioned that they've stopped Russia from trying to get Canadian stuff illegally. Rogers said that Iran's spies and their frien...
Suzanne Rogers, a familiar face on daytime TV, has some positive news to share. The 82-year-old actress, known for her role as Maggie Horton on "Days of Our Lives, " recently revealed that she is now in remission after battling stage 2 colorectal cancer. Rogers shared this update during the show's 60th-anniversary celebration. She admitted that her summer was tough,...
In May 2025, a significant step was taken to support survivors of human rights abuses. The International Accountability Platform for Belarus (IAPB) released a practice note titled "A Survivor-Centred Approach to Documentation for Criminal Accountability. " This guide is a big deal because it focuses on the needs, safety, and rights of survivors while documenting huma...
November 5th is a special day for many celebrities. It's the day when a bunch of famous faces celebrate their birthdays. From actors to singers, this date has seen the birth of many talented individuals who have made their mark in the entertainment world. One of the notable names is Sam Rockwell, who turns 57. He might be known for his serious roles, but did you kno...