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The Cruise Ship Outbreak That Has WHO Scrambling to CONTAIN It

Three passengers have died and several others have fallen ill aboard a cruise ship in a deadly hantavirus outbreak. AFP via Getty Images A cluster of three deaths among passengers aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has been linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Human-to-human transmission of hantavirus is rare, but it appears to have spread among passengers, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). A suspected total of 7 cases has been identified, and investigators are wor

Healthline·Health·11h ago

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The Data Center Invasion TRANSFORMING Rural America Forever

At its peak, the Androscoggin paper mill in Jay, Maine, a rural town about 67 miles northwest of Portland, employed about 1,500 people - until a pulp digester exploded in 2020, forcing the mill to close permanently. In 2023, the 1.4 million-square-foot facility was purchased through a joint venture by JGT2 Redevelopment and a number of other holding and capital companies. The project is led by developer Tony McDonald. Over the next three years, McDonald and his team broke down the mill's machin

The Verge·Tech·11h ago

Amazon's Fire Phone Is BACK — And This Time It's Different

Amazon's head of devices and services, Panos Panay, says that the company is "not necessarily" planning to release a smartphone, but has stopped short of denying it outright. It was previously reported that Amazon is developing an Alexa-enabled AI phone codenamed "Transformer," more than 10 years after it scrapped its ill-fated Fire Phone. Speaking to the Financial Times, Panay was asked directly if the company was planning another smartphone. "It's just not the goal," he replied. "I know there'

The Verge·Tech·12h ago
Business
Politics

Democrats Just Unleashed a BARRAGE Against Trump's Gas Tax Plan

Trump faces barrage of Democratic counter-proposals on gas tax  Axios Opinion | This ‘holiday’ is blatant pandering  The Washington Post Ballroom, gas-tax fights illustrate GOP’s affordability pickle  Politico Trump says he aims to suspend gas tax "for a period of time"  CBS News Opinion | A gas tax holiday won’t fix Trump’s high gas prices  MS NOW

Google News·Politics·12h ago
International

The Crisis That Could END Starmer's Leadership Before the King Speaks

King Charles III will attend Parliament to deliver the speech outlining the government's agenda.

BBC News·International·12h ago

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Science
Health

Why the FDA Just BLOCKED Scientists From Telling You About Vaccines

The FDA has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies. What does this mean for public health? Image credit: Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies, citing concerns over their conclusions. Experts question the decision to withdraw the studies, since both vaccines have substantial evidence supporting their safety and effectiveness. Some experts say

Healthline·Health·11h ago

The Weight Loss Drug Making Zepbound Look OBSOLETE

A new GLP-1 drug shows promise for improving metabolic health and treating obesity-related diseases like liver disease. camacho9999/Getty Images A new weight loss drug called survodutide has shown promising results in a phase 3 clinical trial. The drug, which stimulates GLP-1 and glucagon receptors, led to a 16.6% drop in body weight. Survodutide also reduced waist circumference, an indicator of metabolic health. Experts hope the drug will be useful for both obesity and liver disease; howeve

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The Foods Destroying Your Heart That You Eat EVERY Day

European scientists are advocating for more education on the health harms of ultra-processed foods. Trinette Reed/Stocksy European scientists say ultra-processed foods increase the risks of a variety of health ailments, particularly heart disease. They recommend that medical professionals discuss the health dangers of ultra-processed foods with their patients. Experts agree that doctors should advise their patients on how to identify ultra-processed foods and reduce them in their daily diets

Healthline·Health·11h ago

The Breast Density Treatment That Could REWRITE Cancer Prevention

New research found that the drug endoxifen reduced mammographic breast density with fewer side effects. praetorianphoto/Getty Images A study has found promising results with the breast cancer prevention drug (Z)-endoxifen. The drug reduced breast density safely and with fewer side effects than tamoxifen. It also had fewer troublesome side effects than this standard preventive treatment. Experts say that if further research confirms these findings, the endoxifen could help increase compliance

Healthline·Health·11h ago

The Hidden Syndrome Silently MULTIPLYING Your Cancer Risk

New research indicates that cancer prevention should be part of the treatment protocol for people with CKM syndrome. Sean Locke/Stocksy Researchers say people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome have a higher risk of developing cancer. They note that the cancer risk rises as the severity of CKM syndrome increases, ranging from a 3% higher risk at stage 1 to a 30% higher risk at stage 4. Experts say people can lower their cancer risk by maintaining a healthy diet, getting regu

Healthline·Health·11h ago

What Your Dreams Reveal About Your Mood Before You WAKE Up

Research shows that your dreams may affect your morning mood. Image Credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy A recent study has found that your dreams can affect your mood in the morning.  The study showed that those who experienced fear in their dreams were more likely to have a low mood upon waking.  The researchers suggest that dreams may help you process emotions.  Sleep is an important part of overall health, but the impacts of your dreams are less well understood. A study recently published in Sle

Healthline·Health·11h ago

The Exercise Hack That Builds Muscle With HALF the Effort

Eccentric exercise may help build muscle strength with less strain on the body, which may benefit older individuals. DragonImages/Getty Images A lesser-known type of exercise can build strength and improve fitness while remaining accessible to less active individuals. Eccentric exercises like lowering weights or walking downhill can generate more force with less energy while supporting muscle, heart, and even brain health. Whether you’re an advanced athlete or just beginning, eccentric exerc

Healthline·Health·11h ago

Why Your Office Air Might Be AGING Your Skin Faster

A new viral theory circulating on social media platforms claims ‘office air’ can negatively affect the health and appearance of your skin and hair. Mihajlo Ckovric/Stocksy “Office Air Theory” is trending on social media, with claims that office environments can negatively impact skin and hair throughout the day. Experts say there is some truth to the trend, as low humidity and dry indoor air can dehydrate skin. Stress, screen time, hormones, and hygiene habits can also play a role. Staying h

Healthline·Health·11h ago

The 74-Year-Old Woman Who DEFIED HIV for Three Decades

Barbara Roberts has lived with HIV for 30 years. Now, a new FDA-approved medication is changing how she manages it at the age of 74. Barbara Roberts (pictured above) was diagnosed with HIV at the age of 44. Today, at 74, she continues thriving with the help of a new FDA-approved medication. In 1996, Barbara Roberts thought she had a bad case of the flu that wouldn’t go away. After several days of experiencing a high fever and sweating, she decided to go to the emergency room, where she wa

Healthline·Health·11h ago

Why This Couple Said 'I Do' in the ICU Against ALL Odds

Daniel Phan was in heart failure and days from undergoing lifesaving surgery when he and his girlfriend, Julia, decided to get married — in the ICU. Daniel and Julia Phan on their wedding day in the ICU. Daniel Phan Daniel and Julia Phan met when they were kids after Daniel’s parents hired Julia’s mom to work at their nail salon. “We were the same age. I went to her house when I was, like, eight years old, not knowing she was going to be my future wife,” Daniel told Healthline. While the t

Healthline·Health·11h ago
Entertainment

Dolly Parton Just Revealed the Health News NO ONE Expected

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 06: Dolly Parton speaks onstage during Kicking Off CMA Fest: A Special Conversation With Dolly Parton Hosted By Rachel Smith at Music City Center on June 06, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/WireImage) Dolly Parton shared a new health update with fans in an Instagram video. Though she didn’t specify exactly what health issues she’s facing, Parton noted previous challenges with her kidney health as well as weakened immune and digestive systems. T

Healthline·Entertainment·11h ago

Why Saudi Arabia's Hollywood Dreams Just SHATTERED Spectacularly

In 2018, Saudi Arabia removed its religious ban on cinema and revealed its intentions to transform itself from an oil-based economy into an entertainment powerhouse. The goal was to use the country’s wealth to not only invest in media companies, but to lure studios to the kingdom through a combination of tax incentives and state-of-the […]

Variety·Entertainment·12h ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus ROASTS Colbert as His Late Show Ends

Julia Louis-Dreyfus stopped by Stephen Colbert’s “The Late Show” for one last interview before the CBS late night franchise comes to an end on Thursday, May 21. While she was on to promote her new movie, “The Sheep Detectives,” Louis-Dreyfus had a ruthless surprise in store for Colbert when she resurrected her “Veep” character Selena […]

Variety·Entertainment·12h ago

The Neo-Western That's About to REDEFINE the Genre

Lío Mehiel (“Mutt,” “After the Hunt”) and Emily Carey (“House of the Dragon”) are set to star in “Camino,” a neo-Western feature from Beso and Pucci Productions that will be introduced at the Cannes Market this week via Breaking Through the Lens. Written and directed by Annabella Fazio in her feature debut, “Camino” is described […]

Variety·Entertainment·11h ago

Clémence Poésy's Directorial Debut Among 18 Projects PITCHED at Cannes

European Film Promotion is playing host at the Cannes Film Festival to up-and-coming European producers, selected for its Producers on the Move program. Variety invited the producers to share details of their upcoming projects, which include “Vanda,” Clémence Poésy’s debut feature as a director. Lixi Frank, AustriaProject: “Fanny Is Alive”Director: Alexandra MakarováIn 1947, Fanny is […]

Variety·Entertainment·12h ago

Indonesian Horror Slate Heads to Cannes as Producer Launches 'Ibu'

Indonesian-Australian producer Intan Kieflie will present a focused genre slate at the Cannes Film Market through her companies Kraken Entertainment and Anak Negeri Films, including the market launch of “Ibu: Mother of the Lost,” a bilingual maternal horror project in pre-production with talent including Yayan Ruhian and Christine Hakim. Kieflie operates between Jakarta and Melbourne […]

Variety·Entertainment·12h ago

The Animated Adaptation That's an UNAPOLOGETIC Tearjerker

A doomed love story, especially one based on real-life young people braving their own “The Fault in Our Stars”-style tale, is bound to shatter even the coldest of hearts. Earnest, disarming and unapologetically conventional, prolific graphic artist Phuong Mai Nguyen’s elegantly animated feature debut “In Waves” grasps this fact on such a philosophical level that […]

Variety·Entertainment·12h ago

Vietnamese Commercial Titles Lead Mockingbird's CANNES Slate

Vietnamese sales and distribution company Mockingbird Pictures is bringing a commercial slate to the Cannes Market anchored by “Zero Meets Hero,” a multigenerational comedy-drama from Huỳnh Lập, director of “The Ancestral Home,” one of the highest-grossing Vietnamese films ever made. Produced by Hồng Tú and 17 Production, “Zero Meets Hero” is positioned as one of […]

Variety·Entertainment·12h ago

Thai-Chinese Thriller 'Someone Special' Lands at FEARFOLKS for Global Sales

Bangkok-based sales and distribution outfit Fearfolks has acquired world sales rights to “Someone Special,” a Thai-Chinese thriller co-directed by Petong Sakulchai and Ariel Cheng, and will represent the title at the Cannes Market. Sirat Intarachote (“4 Kings,” “4 Kings 2,” “App War”) stars as Rain, a young painter crippled with deep-seated violent tendencies who confronts […]

Variety·Entertainment·12h ago

Cannes Title 'Elephants in the Fog' Lands First DEALS and Debuts Trailer

“Elephants in the Fog,” which will world premiere in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section, has landed its first distribution deals. It is sold internationally by Best Friend Forever. The trailer debuts below. The film will be co-distributed in France by Arizona Distribution and Les Valseurs Distribution. Germany and Austria rights were sold to missingFILMs and […]

Variety·Entertainment·12h ago
Other

The Three Tricks That Make You Look SMARTER Than You Are

Intelligence is one of the most consequential human traits. It is also one of the most socially awkward to discuss. Few topics trigger as much discomfort, denial, or moral posturing. Suggest that IQ matters and you risk being accused of elitism, determinism, or worse. Yet the evidence is remarkably clear. Cognitive ability remains the single best predictor of educational attainment, even after controlling for parental socioeconomic status. Large-scale longitudinal studies and meta-analyses have

Fast Company·Other·12h ago