Chris Paul's time with the LA Clippers ended abruptly. It all came to a head during a late-night meeting in Atlanta. The Clippers' president, Lawrence Frank, called Paul to discuss their issues. Paul had planned to attend a game at his old college, Wake Forest, but changed his plans. He went to an a
A serious problem has been found in a popular smartphone chip. It can't be fixed with updates. This chip, made by MediaTek, is in many Android phones. Researchers found a way to take control of the phone by using special electromagnetic pulses during startup. This attack can't be stopped by software
In a twist of fate, a vaccine meant for shingles might also be a secret weapon against dementia. Researchers stumbled upon this clue while studying data from Wales, where a strict age rule for the shingles vaccine created a unique scenario. People born in a specific year got the shot, while those bo
Semaglutide, the star ingredient in weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, just took a big hit. Two major trials showed it doesn't help people with early Alzheimer's or mild memory issues. Thousands of people aged 55 to 85 took part, but the results were clear: no improvement in memory or daily funct
Coffee lovers often ponder the environmental impact of their favorite brew. While coffee isn't the worst offender when it comes to climate change, it still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Experts estimate that producing a kilogram of roasted coffee can release over 40 kilograms of carbon di
Des Moines is getting ready for a serious cold snap. The Extreme Temperature Plan was turned on early Sunday, November 30. The weather is expected to be so cold that it might break records from the 1800s. Iowa could be the coldest state in the country early on December 4. The National Weather Servi
In the wake of a tragic shooting involving National Guard troops in Washington, D. C. , the debate over who should handle the city's crime crisis has heated up. The incident, which left one soldier dead and another critically injured, has sparked a discussion about the role of Congress in addressing
In a recent Cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump, at 79, seemed to have a tough time staying awake. This meeting lasted for almost two and a half hours, and Trump was caught nodding off several times. Before this, he had told reporters that he felt sharper than he did 25 years ago. The meeting w
The latest installment in the "Knives Out" series, "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, " takes a swing at religious themes but misses the mark. This time, the story centers around a troubled New York parish and a murder mystery that unfolds within its walls. The film introduces a new cast, wit
In the world of plant diseases, some proteins are like secret agents. They have a double life. They help the fungus cause disease. But they also wake up the plant's defense system. Scientists found six such proteins in a fungus called Verticillium dahliae. These proteins belong to a family known as
