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Rethinking Latin Words in Human Tissue Naming

July 16, 2026

The global set of names used to describe cells and tissues, known as Terminologia Histologica, lists 1, 093 Latin terms that look like adjectives. Researchers sifted through them and found 56 words (about five percent) that are problematic. Some have typos or awkward spellings; others use words such

health

Twins Show No Link Between Early Antibiotics and Childhood Weight

July 16, 2026

The rise in childhood obesity worries many. Some think early antibiotics might disturb gut bacteria and lead to weight gain. A Dutch study looked at twins to test this idea. Researchers used data from 34, 142 pairs of twins aged about five to fifteen years. They compared twins who had taken antibio

technology

AI Could Rewrite Tax Rules and the Economy

July 16, 2026

A cold December day in Washington, DC, saw a group of fifty experts from finance and tech firms, including Google DeepMind and the Federal Reserve Board, gather at the International Monetary Fund. Their goal was to explore how artificial intelligence might alter the global economy. The participants

sports

Older Stars Keep the Game Alive

July 16, 2026

The first thought after Argentina’s 2018 loss was that Messi had finished his World Cup run. Yet he returned in 2022 to lift the trophy and again at 39, proving that top players can stay longer than expected. Now many legends are ending their international careers later: Ronaldo (41), Neymar (34)

politics

Losing the Edge: How a Long‑Time Leader Fell to a New Party Style

July 16, 2026

The story begins with a former ally of the author, Senator Lindsey Graham, who once shared a vision of America as a guiding power. Their partnership was rooted in a belief that history could be steered by strong will and decisive action, a view common among early 2000s conservatives. The author reme

sports

Cricket and Beyond: India’s Streaming Watch List

July 16, 2026

The new Ormax StreamView report shows that cricket remains the king of Indian streaming. Between January and June 2026, more than 246 million viewers tuned into the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on JioHotstar, beating every other show in the study. The Indian Premier League of 2026 followed close behin

opinion

Foreign Gifts: When Money Becomes a Hidden Hand

July 16, 2026

American colleges thrive when ideas bounce freely and research follows facts, not politics. Yet a new wave of overseas donations is slipping in with strings that can pull the direction of campuses. The problem isn’t foreign money itself; it’s when a giver demands influence over speakers, courses or

sports

Allentown Sports Legends: A Fresh Look at the Hall of Fame

July 14, 2026

Allentown High School, founded over a century ago in rural Monmouth County, has grown from a small farm‑bordered school into a powerhouse of athletic talent. For many years the team struggled to find its footing, but in recent decades it has produced state champions and professional prospects across

sports

Folarin Balogun Signs with LeBron James’ Agency After World Cup Success

July 14, 2026

Folarin Balogun has joined LeBron James’ talent firm, Klutch Sports, after a standout performance at the recent World Cup that put him on the map worldwide. The agency, founded by James’ partner Rich Paul, already counts high‑profile athletes like James himself, Anthony Davis, Jalen Hurts and A’ja W

sports

Celebrini’s Rise: From NHL Cover to Playoff Hope

July 14, 2026

Macklin Celebrini, the 20‑year‑old star of the San Jose Sharks, has become a household name in hockey after landing the cover spot on EA Sports’ upcoming NHL 27 game. The honor came after a season where he shattered the Sharks’ single‑season point record with 115 goals and assists, earning a Ted Lin