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How everyday chemicals might be affecting teens' health

May 19, 2026

Scientists are taking a closer look at two types of chemicals we encounter daily and how they could be influencing teenagers' bodies in unexpected ways. PFAS and phthalates are found in everything from non-stick pans to plastic toys and personal care products. These substances are so common that nea

entertainment

People born on May 18: from tsars to pop culture icons

May 19, 2026

May 18 seems like a normal spring day, but it’s actually a date that links royalty, music, comedy, and film. A future monarch, Nicholas II, was born in 1868 into a world where emperors still ruled most of Europe, but his life ended in a cellar during a revolution. Meanwhile, Frank Capra was already

technology

Ocean Power Meets Data: A Billion‑Dollar Wave of Innovation

May 15, 2026

Panthalassa, a U. S. start‑up, is turning ocean waves into electricity for floating data centers and has just secured $140 million in new funding, led by billionaire investor Peter Thiel. The investment values the company near a billion dollars and signals a growing shift toward alternative power so

environment

What we breathe: Tiny plastics in the air and why they matter

May 12, 2026

In cities, the air isn’t just made of oxygen and dust. It carries invisible bits of plastic—some so small they can travel deep into our lungs. These tiny plastic pieces, called inhalable microplastics, don’t just float around randomly. New research shows their numbers change throughout the day and d

politics

South Africa’s ruling party faces pressure over President’s cash controversy

May 12, 2026

A sudden court decision has forced South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC) to cut short its usual plans and call an urgent meeting. The country’s top court recently ruled that impeachment talks against President Cyril Ramaphosa can restart, over an old scandal called “Farmgate. ” This scandal

entertainment

Thai horror film '1 After One' gets global spotlight before Cannes

May 6, 2026

A new Thai horror film called "1 After One" is getting attention worldwide before the Cannes Film Market. The movie is all about spirits and curses passed down through families. The story follows Tong, whose shaman father-in-law spent years trapping evil spirits inside himself. When he dies without

business

A Local Seafood Spot Closes After 46 Years

May 3, 2026

For over four decades, a small but beloved seafood spot in Dana Point Harbor served up fresh catches and classic meals. Now, Jon’s Fish Market will close its doors on May 3 after owner Shala Mansur O’Keefe decided the daily grind of running a business had become too much. Health struggles and financ

entertainment

Science Stars Shine with Hollywood at the 2026 Breakthrough Awards

May 1, 2026

A bright night in Los Angeles turned into a science‑theatre spectacle when the world’s leading researchers met Hollywood celebrities for the 12th Breakthrough Prize ceremony. The event, often dubbed “the Oscars of Science, ” highlighted groundbreaking work that could change lives. The Breakthroug

education

College Food Pantries: A Smart Fix for Hungry Students

May 1, 2026

Most college students juggle classes, jobs, and bills, but many also worry about where their next meal will come from. A survey in Chicago found that 60% of students at one college campus struggled with food insecurity—meaning they sometimes ran out of food or couldn’t afford enough. That’s higher t

health

Canadian Adults Show High Phthalate Levels in Urine

April 25, 2026

Phthalates are chemicals used to soften plastics and keep them flexible. Scientists collected urine samples from adults across Canada to see how much of these chemicals people carry in their bodies. The study found that many participants had detectable levels, meaning the chemicals were presen