In Kampala, Uganda, young refugees face big challenges when it comes to protecting themselves from HIV. A recent study looked at 330 young refugees aged 16 to 24. It found that only a small group, about one in five, used condoms regularly. But over half had access to HIV self-testing kits, and half
Berlin is in the middle of a big problem. A fire broke out in the southwest part of the city. It caused a huge power outage. Tens of thousands of homes and businesses are in the dark. And it's freezing outside! The fire started on a cable bridge. It damaged several important cables. This happened n
Deepfake videos are becoming a big deal in entertainment. They use AI to create fake videos that look real. This can be fun, but it can also cause problems if they spread too much. A recent study looked at how these videos spread. They found nine things that make deepfake videos go viral. Things li
The flu is spreading fast across the United States. Recent data shows that more people are visiting doctors with flu-like symptoms than ever before. This is the highest rate recorded since 1997. Flu-like symptoms include fever, cough, and sore throat. Most of these visits are from kids and young ad
In 2025, the U. S. auto market showed signs of recovery, with General Motors (GM) leading the pack. GM reported a 5. 5% increase in annual sales, thanks to strong demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and popular models like the Buick Envista. Despite a 6. 9% dip in the fourth quarter, GM sold over 2.
In Europe, there's a big problem. Not everyone gets the same help for heart issues. This is especially true in the south. Even though there are new tools to help hearts work better, not everyone can use them. These tools are called LVADs. They stand for left ventricular assist devices. They help he
The U. S. is seeing a big change in how obesity is treated. Novo Nordisk has just launched the first-ever GLP-1 pill for weight loss. This pill, called Wegovy, is a game-changer because it's much cheaper than the usual weekly injections. The price ranges from $149 to $299 per month, depending on the
Mercedes-Benz has been a pioneer in car tech, introducing adaptive cruise control way back in 1999. This tech has evolved over time, adding features like lane-keeping and GPS awareness. Now, Mercedes is taking a big step forward with Drive Assist Pro, designed to handle city driving more smoothly.
The stock market had a wild ride recently, with some companies seeing huge gains while others took a big hit. Let's break it down. Zenas BioPharma, a biotech company, saw its stock drop by more than half after their new drug showed promise in trials. The drug, obexelimab, is meant to treat a rare d
Berlin is in the grip of a cold snap, but it's not just the weather keeping residents shivering. A suspected arson attack on a cable bridge has left thousands without power, with some areas still in the dark two days later. The attack, claimed by a left-wing group called the Vulkangruppe, targeted t
