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The Hidden Toll of Informal Jobs on Health

June 27, 2025

Informal jobs are everywhere, but their impact on health is often overlooked. A recent study dug into data from 126 countries between 2011 and 2021. It looked at how informal work affects health outcomes like life expectancy, child mortality, and access to healthcare. The findings were eye-opening. ...

finance

Pound Gets a Boost as Trump Shakes Up the Dollar

June 26, 2025

The British pound recently reached a near four-year high against the dollar. This happened because of some big news about the US Federal Reserve. The Wall Street Journal reported that President Trump might name a new head of the Federal Reserve sooner than expected. This news made the dollar weaker

entertainment

A New Director Takes the Reins of James Bond

June 26, 2025

Denis Villeneuve, the mastermind behind "Dune, " is stepping into the world of James Bond. He sees the iconic spy series as a "sacred" realm and is eager to contribute to its legacy. Villeneuve has been a lifelong fan, growing up watching Bond films with his dad, starting with "Dr. No" starring Sean

sports

Alex Albon Swaps Race Track for Golf Course in Viral LPGA Moment

June 26, 2025

Alex Albon, the Formula 1 racer, made headlines recently, but not for his speed on the track. Instead, he was spotted on the golf course, supporting his girlfriend, Lily Muni He, during the 2025 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Muni He, a professional golfer, didn’t have the best tournament, but her I

science

Boosting Tomato Resilience: The Power of Fungi and Natural Boosters

June 26, 2025

In the quest to make tomatoes tougher against dry spells, scientists have turned to some unusual allies: fungi and natural plant boosters. The focus was on two Italian tomato varieties, Principe Borghese and San Marzano nano. The team used high-tech plant scanning to see how these tomatoes fared und

health

Why are Babies in Sub-Saharan Africa So Small at Birth?

June 26, 2025

In many parts of sub-Saharan Africa, a big problem is that moms are not getting enough iron. This is called anemia. When moms have anemia, their babies are often born too small. This is a big deal because small babies can have lots of health problems. So, what's the deal with anemia? It's when your

technology

Tiny Tech: China's New Mini Drones and Their Big Potential

June 26, 2025

China has introduced a new type of tiny drone, about the size of a mosquito. These small drones are being developed for special missions, like gathering information on the battlefield without being noticed. The drone, created at a military university in Hunan province, is incredibly small—just 2 cen

finance

China's Push to Make the Yuan a Global Player

June 26, 2025

China is stepping up its game to get the world to use the yuan more. This comes as the U. S. dollar is losing some of its shine. The yuan has been getting stronger, while the dollar has been dropping in value. China's central bank is making big moves. They want to reduce the world's reliance on jus

politics

A Fresh Face in NYC Politics: Zohran Mamdani's Unexpected Rise

June 26, 2025

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state lawmaker, has made waves in New York City politics. Born in Uganda to Indian parents, he moved to New York City at a young age. His mother is the acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair, and his father is a professor at Columbia University. Mamdani's journey to politics is

business

Oil Prices Drop Despite Middle East Tensions: What's Going On?

June 26, 2025

The Middle East is a hotspot for oil production, supplying about a third of the world's oil. Recently, Iran launched missiles at a U. S. military base in Qatar, raising concerns about a wider conflict. Surprisingly, oil prices dropped instead of rising. This might seem odd, but it shows that the glo