The Juans, a pop-rock band, recently released their latest single “Back Home,” which touches on a different kind of heartbreak that stems from childhood and broken homes. Lead vocalist Carl Guevarra shared in a live performance that for some, their first heartbreak isn’t romantic, but rather the result of growing up in a broken family … Read more
Scientists at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden have developed a long-lasting, single-dose contraceptive injection for female cats that could help control the population of feral or stray felines around the world. The treatment uses Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) gene therapy to prevent ovulation in female cats and other mammals. The injection is administered into the … Read more
Today, the Princess of Wales showcased her hands-on approach to early childhood development by arriving at Maidenhead Rugby Club in her sports gear ready to get stuck in. The athletic Princess, wearing a turquoise England rugby t-shirt from Sweaty Betty, navy joggers, and white Lululemon trainers, joined in on drills with ex-England star Danny Care. … Read more
Hello! My name is Mia, and I am the newsletter editor at New York Times Cooking. Today, I am filling in for Melissa Clark. I have the privilege of being surrounded by thousands of incredible recipes, and one that has really stuck with me is the double strawberry shortcake. Melissa has mastered three techniques for … Read more
A recent study reveals that ocean-goers, including surfers, swimmers, and stand-up paddleboarders, share the waters with young sharks more often than previously thought. The Cal State Long Beach Shark Lab conducted a two-year research study using video footage and photos from 1,500 drone flights over Southern California beaches. The report, published in the journal PLOS, … Read more
Rarely discussed is a situation where unpredictable and seemingly irrational politics helped save millions of vulnerable and impoverished people. Justin Sandefur, a senior fellow at the Center for Global Development, examined the record of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in a recent blog post. The program, initiated by President George W. Bush, … Read more
Welcome to the Working It newsletter, where we bring you the latest news and insights on the world of work. In today’s issue, we explore the trend of Summer Fridays and the rise of Teal workplaces. We also offer advice on coping with loud music in an open-plan office and take a look at some … Read more
Prince Harry made history on Tuesday, becoming the first senior royal to enter the witness box in over 130 years. He is testifying as part of a wider case against the Mirror Group Newspapers, alleging that the publishers used illegal means such as phone-hacking and hiring private investigators to obtain information for articles about high … Read more
Spotify, a popular music and podcast-streaming service, announced on Monday that it is reducing its podcasting division and laying off 200 people. According to Sahar Elhabashi, the Vice President and Head of Spotify’s podcast business, the layoffs are part of a fundamental pivot from a uniform proposition to a tailored approach optimized for each show … Read more
Actor Shannen Doherty shared a heartfelt video on Tuesday, revealing that her breast cancer has spread to her brain. Doherty, who announced her stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis in 2020, posted an emotional Instagram video of herself undergoing radiation therapy on her brain while wearing a custom-made mask to keep her head still. She mentioned … Read more