Category: World
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Astronomy and Astronautics Olympiad Sets Medal Record
The Brazilian Astronomy and Astronautics Olympiad (OBA) has set a new record for medals this year. A total of 81,153 gold, silver, and bronze medals were awarded to students from all states, about 38% more compared to 2023. Nearly half were from public school students (39,200). According to astronomer João Batista Garcia Canalle, scientific olympiads…
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What Happens to Your Body After 40?
The 40s are the new 30s. This phrase has become a cliché, and as a result, many people, especially those who lead active lives and have no health issues, truly believe it. It’s not quite that simple. New research shows that the bodies of both men and women can age in waves, with a significant…
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North Korea Sends Troops to Fight in Ukraine Alongside Russia
The United States has joined Ukraine and South Korea in confirming reports that North Korea has sent troops, estimated in the thousands, to assist in Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine. The National Intelligence Service of South Korea stated that Pyongyang sent about 3,000 soldiers – including special forces – to the far east of Russia…
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It’s Time to Book Your Ticket If You’re Thinking of Traveling for the Year-End Holidays
Those planning to travel during this year’s holiday season should consider booking their tickets now to secure a more affordable flight. According to insights from Google, shared with Travel + Leisure, October is the best time to book tickets for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Specifically for Christmas, cheaper domestic flights are available during the…
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Which Country Has the Best Retirement System? Hint: It’s Not the USA
The U.S. retirement system received a C+ grade again this year, but its score has dropped for the second consecutive year in a new ranking of global retirement systems. The U.S. system, which is primarily funded by Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), 401(k)s, and Social Security, ranked 29th out of 48 countries, according to the Mercer…
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The Fashion of the Sleep-Monitoring Ring
The latest sleep monitoring gadget, the fourth-generation Oura Ring, was launched this week. It is a miniature computer that costs $350 and is meant to be worn on the finger like a piece of jewelry. The interior of the ring comes with small embedded sensors that collect data on vital signs such as heart rate,…
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U.S. Population is Becoming Less White
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in Africa, Asia, children, Community, Geral, Immigration, Inside, Latin America, Men, United States, Women, WorldThe U.S. population is becoming more diverse. The non-white population of the country has nearly doubled in the last four decades, growing from about 24% of the population in 1990 to over 40% in 2023. In 2023, 58% of the population identified as non-Hispanic white, 20% as Hispanic, 13% as Black, 6% as Asian or…
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E-Bike and Electric Scooter Injuries Surge in the U.S.
People who rely on e-bikes and electric scooters for transportation know they can get hurt, but they may be surprised at how likely that actually is. Injury rates involving these modern modes of transport have skyrocketed between 2019 and 2022, researchers from Columbia University report. Injuries involving e-bikes surged by 293%; those involving electric scooters…
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Babies Who Received Only Breast Milk in the Hospital Have Lower Rates of Asthma
New research shows that babies exclusively fed breast milk during hospitalization shortly after birth had a 22% lower likelihood of developing asthma in early childhood.
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US Resumes Free COVID Testing Program
Starting today, the US government is offering another round of free COVID testing. “Families in the US will be able to request 4 free COVID-19 tests at COVIDTests.gov,” according to the Department of Health and Human Services. “The COVID-19 tests will detect current variants of COVID-19 and can be used until the end of the…