3 Americans held for years in China have been released, the White House says
Three American citizens imprisoned for years by China have been released, the White House said Wednesday. The three are Mark Swidan, Kai Li and John Leung. “Soon they will return and be reunited with ...
Why Israel and Hezbollah reached a ceasefire now − and what it means for Israel, Lebanon, Biden and Trump
(THE CONVERSATION) Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah entered a 60-day ceasefire on Nov. 26, 2024, a move aimed at reducing tensions in the region more than a year into a multifront ...
Obesity or being overweight afflicts over 208 million kids, adolescents and adults in the US − new research
Without urgent intervention, our study forecasts that more than 80% of adults and close to 60% of adolescents will be classified as overweight or obese by 2050. These are the key findings of our ...
Cycling can make seniors healthier and more independent − here’s how to design bikes and networks that meet their needs
We found that a majority of the seniors whom we surveyed and who test-rode three bikes preferred a three-wheeled adult tricycle or a two-seat model that lets riders sit side by side. For ...
UN climate negotiations end on shaky geopolitical ground, but I see reasons for hope
In 2023, the U.N. acknowledged that the countries’ current commitments for addressing climate change, known as nationally determined contributions, or NDCs, would still result in a catastrophic 2.5 C ...
Is using AI tools innovation or exploitation? 3 ways to think about the ethics
The implications of adopting AI extend far beyond individual creators’ rights and could fundamentally reshape creative industries. Publishing, entertainment and design sectors face unprecedented ...
‘Insurrection,’ ‘equity’ and more − these are the words that trigger Trump supporters
The word “ equity ” – along with related terms such as “diversity,” “critical race theory,” “social justice,” “privilege” and “ DEI ,” short for “diversity, equity and inclusion” – can also anger a ...
Light exercise can yield significant cognitive benefits, new research shows
(THE CONVERSATION) Everyday physical activity, like going for a short walk or playing with the kids, may provide short-term benefits for cognitive health, equivalent to reversing four years of ...
What stores are open on Thanksgiving? Not many since most stay closed to prepare for Black Friday
Walmart will be closed on Thanksgiving but most stores will open at 6 a.m. local time on Black Friday. Target will be closed ...
Texas Lottery advises parents not to gift tickets to children due to gambling addiction risk
This holiday season, the Texas Lottery is warning parents about the potential harm of gifting children with lottery tickets.
Alert: US economy grows at solid 2.8% pace in third quarter on consumer spending, exports, unchanged from initial estimate
WASHINGTON (AP) — US economy grows at solid 2.8% pace in third quarter on consumer spending, exports, unchanged from initial estimate.
Two companies drop McGregor after civil jury ruled he must pay $250K to woman who says he raped her
LONDON (AP) — Two companies have cut ties with Conor McGregor after a civil court jury in Ireland ruled last week that he ...