In the heart of Paris, a city known for its art, fashion, and history, an unusual crime unfolded. A group of older individuals, dubbed "The Grandpa Gang, " targeted a high-profile celebrity. This wasn't a typical robbery. It involved a lot of planning and a bit of luck. The target was Kim Kardashian
In the Torres Strait, growing old is not just about getting older. It is about staying connected to the land, the culture, and the community. This is what a group of researchers wanted to understand. They spoke with 45 people from nine different communities. They used a method called yarning circles
Brick kilns are everywhere. They produce the bricks that build our homes and cities. But there's a hidden cost. These kilns can release harmful substances into the soil. A recent study dug into this issue. It looked at 60 samples from coal, ash, and soil around brick kilns. The focus was on 11 poten
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or CFPB, faced a sudden and dramatic shakeup. It all started when a federal appeals court in Washington made a decision. A three-judge panel lifted a freeze on firing employees at the CFPB. But there was a catch. The judges said that firings could only h
Gambling is a growing issue among teenagers worldwide. It is a serious public health concern. To tackle this, it is crucial to understand what drives young people to gamble. This is where social factors come into play. These factors can significantly influence a teen's likelihood to gamble, either o
Snow might seem like a winter wonderland feature. But in the desert, it plays a crucial role. It does more than just cover the ground in white. Snow affects how plants grow and how well plant communities thrive. This is especially true in arid regions like the Gurbantunggut Desert in Central Asia.
A recent study dug into the lives of Brazilian women who have sex with women. It uncovered a significant issue: a quarter of these women face problems due to alcohol. This might seem like a small number, but it's a big deal. These women are part of a group that often gets overlooked in research. So,
The jury in the Karen Read case will visit the alleged crime scene in Canton. This visit aims to give them a better understanding of the events that took place on January 29, 2022. The scene is the home where John O’Keefe, Read’s boyfriend, was found unresponsive in the snow. The jurors will see the
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation had a lot of questions for Jared Isaacman, the man picked to lead NASA. One big topic was his friendship with Elon Musk, the head of SpaceX. This came up a lot during Isaacman's hearing on April 9, 2025. Several senators wanted to know mo
The western mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis) stands out in polluted waters. It often thrives where other fish cannot. Why does this happen? This question has been explored in a recent study. Scientists looked at how different fish handle selenium. Selenium is a tricky element. It can be useful
