New Study: Icing Injuries May Slow Healing by 30 Days
That ice pack we've trusted since childhood might be doing more harm than good. McGill University researchers found mice who skipped the ice healed twice as fast as those who didn't.
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Irish Journalist's New Book Finds Love in War Zones
Award-winning reporter Sally Hayden spent years covering conflicts and migration crises, but her new book reveals what headlines miss: love thrives even in catastrophe. "This is Also a Love Story" shows the human connections journalists rarely capture.
Brain Scans Reveal Surprising Clue About Long COVID
Scientists expected to find inflammation in long COVID brains, but scans revealed something different. The discovery could change how millions of patients get treated.
Photographer Archives Manipur's Art Through Years of Conflict
Nicky Chandam has spent 14 years capturing the soul of Manipuri performance art, creating a visual archive that preserves culture even as conflict threatens to silence it. Her exhibition in Chennai showcases 58 photographs documenting traditional and contemporary performances from 2011 to 2025.
Japan Airlines Teams Up to Preserve Culture on the Moon
Japan Airlines is partnering with a space startup to send cultural treasures to the moon, protecting humanity's heritage from climate change and conflict. The project marks the airline's first venture into space exploration.
Josh Allen Surprises Kids at Recess, Pure Joy Ensues
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen hopped a fence to meet young fans during recess, creating a memory they'll never forget. The newly minted father is channeling his energy into being the best version of himself on and off the field.
Lamar Jackson Embraces Fresh Start With Ravens Coach
After eight seasons with one head coach, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is thriving under new leadership and bringing renewed energy to the team. The two-time MVP says the coaching change feels like a "breath of fresh air" as he builds chemistry with Head Coach Jesse Minter.
Nigeria Revives 417 Grazing Reserves to End Farm Conflicts
Nigeria is modernizing hundreds of abandoned grazing reserves and launching new ranches to stop deadly clashes between farmers and herders. The ambitious plan includes $1.5 billion in international investment and aims to transform the country's livestock sector.
Mogadishu Celebrates Eid as City Emerges from Decades of War
Families across Somalia's capital gathered at beaches, mosques, and new cafes to celebrate Eid al-Adha, marking the city's ongoing transformation from one of the world's most dangerous capitals into a place where communities can celebrate together again. After decades of conflict, improving security has brought investment, recreation spaces, and hope back to Mogadishu's streets.
Girls Who Code CEO: AI Skepticism Can Drive Better Tech
Young women are hesitant about AI, and the outgoing CEO of Girls Who Code says that's actually a strength. Tarika Barrett believes their concerns about errors, energy use, and tech billionaire influence should guide how they build the future.
Somaliland Built Peace Without Outside Help After Civil War
After a brutal decade of civil war, the people of Somaliland did something remarkable: they put down their weapons, negotiated peace, and built a working democracy entirely on their own. Their success story challenges everything experts thought they knew about peacebuilding.
1.7 Million Muslims Gather for Hajj Despite 44°C Heat
Over 1.7 million pilgrims completed the sacred journey to Mount Arafat this week, braving extreme temperatures and regional conflict to fulfill their faith. For many, it's a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey they refused to postpone.
Aaron Rodgers Returns to Steelers for Final Season
Pittsburgh Steelers legend Jerome Bettis says there's "excitement in the air" as Aaron Rodgers returns for one more season. The four-time NFL MVP signed a one-year deal worth up to $25 million and announced this will be his final year.
NHL Star Returns After 3 Years Using AI Injury Tech
Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog beat a career-threatening knee injury with the help of tiny AI sensors in his shoes that predicted problems before he could feel them. The wearable technology is now helping athletes across the NBA, NFL, and beyond stay healthy and in the game.
USC Scientists Find Way to Block Alzheimer's Inflammation
Researchers discovered compounds that could reduce brain inflammation in Alzheimer's patients, especially those with the high-risk APOE4 gene. The breakthrough targets a specific enzyme while preserving healthy brain function.
Texas Cities Can Actually Change How Storms Form
University researchers discovered that Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston don't just experience weather—they actively shape it. After studying over 40,000 storms, scientists found urban areas influence where storms form and how powerful they become. ##
NFL Must Face Racism Case in Federal Court, Supreme Court Rules
The Supreme Court just cleared the way for Black coaches to challenge the NFL's hiring practices in open court. It's a major victory for transparency and accountability in professional sports.
Daily Fiber Supplement Cuts Knee Arthritis Pain in Study
A simple daily fiber supplement reduced knee pain in arthritis patients within six weeks, offering new hope for millions living with chronic joint pain. The breakthrough connects gut health to pain relief in ways scientists are just beginning to understand.
WWII Bomb Crater Becomes Time Capsule at Westerplatte
Archaeologists in Poland discovered a perfectly preserved treasure trove inside a crater from the first days of World War II. The 85-year-old bomb site held everyday items that tell the human story behind history's biggest conflict.
USC Scientists Find New Way to Fight Alzheimer's
Researchers discovered compounds that could reduce brain inflammation linked to Alzheimer's, especially for people with a high-risk gene. The breakthrough targets a specific enzyme without disrupting normal brain function.
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