The South Sudan basketball team made history with their first-ever Olympic win in the Paris 2024 Olympics. After being officially recognized as Olympians, the team took on Puerto Rico in their opening match, where they secured a 90-79 victory. Carlik Jones led the team with 19 points, showcasing the talent and determination of the South
The world is currently facing a significant public health concern with the rise of dengue fever cases. According to a recent Health Advisory from the CDC, the number of reported cases of dengue in the Americas has doubled this year, reaching 9.7 million as of June 24. This alarming increase in cases is a cause
Fast food chains have seen a resurgence in the $5 price point, aiming to attract customers who have cut back on their spending. With many restaurant companies bracing for second-quarter results, investors are bracing for the impact of reduced foot traffic and sluggish sales. Although a few exceptions like Chipotle are thriving, other chains like
The discovery of remnants of ancient, giant viruses within the DNA of a single-celled organism has shed light on the potential role that viruses may have played in the evolution of complex organisms. This new research, led by evolutionary biologist Alex de Mendoza Soler from Queen Mary University of London, reveals a fascinating relationship between
The dangerous journey of crossing the Channel from France to the UK has once again resulted in tragedy, with one person found dead near Calais after a small boat attempted the perilous voyage. French authorities reported that another 34 individuals were rescued and taken to emergency services after their boat ran into trouble. This incident
The United States is set to unveil a major revamp of its military command structure in Japan to enhance defense ties with its Asian ally. This overhaul comes as Tokyo aims to establish a new joint headquarters to oversee its armed forces with the goal of coordinating more effectively with Washington on regional threats from
The Marvel Universe never fails to deliver exhilarating theatrics at its famous Hall H panels, and this year was no exception. David Harbour, known for his role as the Russian character Alexi Shostakov, made a grand entrance dressed up as his character. With a touch of humor, Harbour exclaimed, “Oh my God! You guys didn’t
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has not shied away from calling out Beijing’s “escalating and unlawful actions” in the South China Sea. At a recent summit, Blinken criticized China for its coast guard’s aggressive behavior towards the Philippines, a U.S. defense treaty ally. The tensions in the region have been a cause for concern,
The excitement surrounding MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD in veterans reached new heights when VA Under-Secretary for Health Shereef Elnahal, MD, expressed the agency’s readiness to roll out this treatment option. However, this optimism was short-lived as FDA advisers later voted against the drug due to concerns about flawed data, questionable research conduct, and potential safety
When viruses invade our bodies, they sometimes leave remnants of their genetic material behind. These foreign DNA sequences can become integrated into our genomes and passed down through generations. While these viral fragments were once considered dormant, recent research has revealed that they can be reactivated and play a role in various diseases, including cancer.