Could your next glass of tap water come with a side of cancer-linked chemicals? That’s the fear as three UK military bases—RAF Marham, RM Chivenor, and AAC Middle Wallop—are under investigation for leaking PFAS, or “forever chemicals.” These toxic substances may have contaminated nearby drinking water and protected environments. PFAS have been used for decades
Is Google just too good at what it does—or is it playing dirty behind the scenes? A U.S. judge has just dropped the gavel on one of the world’s biggest tech titans. Google has been illegally flexing its muscles in the online ad space. The Department of Justice, along with 17 states, argued that Google’s
It’s one of the hardest conversations families ever have—when should someone with dementia stop driving? No one wants to feel like they’re losing independence, but safety matters too. That’s exactly what a new 18-month research project in Surrey is aiming to figure out. Funded by The Road Safety Trust, the study teams up the University
Imagine waking up to the news that something horrific has happened in your peaceful town. That’s exactly what’s unfolding in Weitefeld, a quiet village in western Germany, after three bodies were discovered in a family home. The suspect, who fled the scene as police arrived, is still on the loose, sparking a tense manhunt. Authorities
As Canada gears up for a high-stakes election, a bombshell report claims Indian agents meddled in the 2022 Conservative leadership race. According to a Globe and Mail report, Indian operatives allegedly helped organize and fundraise within Canada’s South Asian community for Pierre Poilievre. The revelations have sparked concerns about foreign influence in Canadian politics. The
Would you sign a petition for $100? If you’re a Wisconsin voter, Elon Musk’s America PAC is betting you will. In a move that has both raised eyebrows and energized conservatives, Musk’s PAC is offering Wisconsin residents a cash incentive. The goal is to get them to sign a petition against so-called “activist judges.” The
Sixty years later, the fascination with JFK’s assassination refuses to fade. Conspiracies swirl, but will the newly released 63,000 pages of once-classified documents finally crack the case? The National Archives posted the files online Tuesday after Trump, who had previously held back some records, pushed for their release. He claimed, “People have been waiting for
Slushies—those brightly colored, brain-freezing childhood favorites—might not be as harmless as they seem. Pediatricians are now warning that kids under eight should avoid slushies containing glycerol. This ingredient helps keep the drinks slushy but may also be making children sick. A new review in Archives of Disease in Childhood found that 21 children, aged two
If the US thought China was going to sit back and take another round of tariffs, Beijing just sent a loud and clear message: “We’re ready to fight—any war, any time.” After former President Donald Trump hit all Chinese imports with tariffs, China fired back with its own 10-15% tariffs on US farm goods. But
It’s official: Skype is logging out permanently. Come May 5, 2025, the once-revolutionary voice and video call service will vanish into tech history, as Microsoft pulls the plug to focus on its newer darling—Teams. Skype was the cool kid of the early 2000s, making long-distance calls cheap (or even free) and revolutionizing online communication. Long
Mars might not be your go-to vacation spot—no air, deadly radiation, and a severe lack of beachside margaritas. But once upon a time? Scientists now say the Red Planet had actual beaches lapping at the shores of an ancient ocean. Mars Had An Entire Ecosystem Researchers debated whether Mars had more than just rivers and
Louis DeJoy is punching his final timecard by stepping down from the agency after reporting billions worth of losses. The often-criticized, occasionally praised postmaster general told the USPS board to hunt for his replacement. No exit date yet, but his departure looms—right alongside the agency’s ever-growing pile of financial woes. What’s The Story? Here’s the
