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Why Google Just Created Something That Makes NO Sense

Google announced its new Googlebook laptop platform yesterday, and so far I've been left asking, "Why?" Why is Google blowing up its Chromebook and ChromeOS platform for this? I've been excited by the prospect of Android and ChromeOS unifying under the long-rumored Aluminium OS. The theory was that Aluminium might unite Android and ChromeOS under one house, simultaneously turning Android phones into portable Chromebook desktops, fixing the mess that is Android tablets, and broadening the scope o

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Business

Why a Billionaire Wants to Take Wendy's PRIVATE Right Now

The Wendy’s Company could go private if billionaire Nelson Peltz has anything to say about it. The Trian Fund Management cofounder is looking for outside investors to help with a takeover of Wendy’s, the Financial Times reports. The news isn’t exactly surprising—in February, Trian used its regulatory filing to announce it might sell its stake or attempt a takeover of Wendy’s.  Peltz and Trian currently own a 16% stake in Wendy’s, along with the Peltz family’s minority stake in a New York-area We

Politics

Why the Border Is Now EVERYWHERE You Go

Verge reporter Gaby Del Valle demonstrates the size of Sherp’s ATV at the Border Security Expo in Phoenix, Arizona, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. No one paid attention to the gunshots that echoed through the convention center. They were real enough, and so were the screams that accompanied them, in the sense that they were recordings of real people who, like guest stars on Law and Order, reenacted scenarios that had clearly been plucked from the headlines: a kidnapping, a mass shooting in a church,

International
Science
Health

The Cruise Ship Outbreak That Has WHO Officials TERRIFIED

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

Why the FDA Just BLOCKED Scientists From Telling You About Vaccine Safety

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

The Weight Loss Drug That Makes 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

The Pill That Could Make Ozempic Injections OBSOLETE

Ozempic is now available as a reformulated oral tablet for people with type 2 diabetes. Image courtesy of Novo Nordisk The GLP-1 medication Ozempic is now available in pill form for people with type 2 diabetes. The oral tablet is a reformulated version of the current Rybelsus pill but comes in smaller doses. Experts say the pill may be a better alternative for people who don’t want to administer weekly injections of Ozempic. A pill form of the widely prescribed GLP-1 medication Ozempic is no

The Food Swap That Could SAVE Your Heart

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

The Exercise Trick 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

The Breast Density Treatment That Could ELIMINATE Cancer Risk

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

The Hidden Syndrome That Dramatically INCREASES 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

Why Your Dreams Control How You Feel EVERY Morning

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

The Office Air Secret That's DESTROYING Your Skin

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

Why This Couple Said 'I Do' in the ICU

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

The 74-Year-Old Thriving 30 Years After Her HIV DIAGNOSIS

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

Entertainment

What Dolly Parton Just Revealed About Her HEALTH

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

Warner Bros. Discovery Opens Upfront With Ted Turner TRIBUTE

Warner Bros. Discovery held its annual upfront presentation on Wednesday morning — but before kicking things off, CNN anchor Anderson Cooper took the Madison Square Garden Theatre stage to pay tribute to the late Ted Turner. After a clip showcasing Turner introducing CNN to the world in 1980 (“for those employees of Turner Broadcasting, whose […]

MS NOW Programming Changes Start in Mid-JUNE

MS NOW said it would launch its new programming schedule in mid-June, with most of its new hours starting Monday, June 15. The large series of programming changes will put some familiar faces in new hours and overhaul MS NOW’s daytime schedule. Veteran Ali Velshi, who has long hosted weekend hours, will move to “The 11th […]

Why 'Heated Rivalry' Used T.A.T.u as a 'F— You to RUSSIA'

There’s been no shortage of raves and praise for “Heated Rivalry,” Crave-HBO Max’s surprise hit hockey romance — for its premise, its writing, its stars and, refreshingly, its music, which is effectively a character in the show and has ignited or reignited the careers of multiple musicians, many of them Canadian. Like the show itself, […]

Vixens Launches Ambitious Slate With International FILMMAKERS

Vixens, the Paris-based production banner founded by Gary Farkas, Clément Lepoutre and Olivier Muller, is heading into the Cannes market with its most ambitious slate to date, spanning French and English-language thrillers, first features, genre films and auteur-driven projects. Part of a wider group that also includes Phantasm, the commercials and music video powerhouse, and […]

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