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Following WHO declaration of global health emergency, first case of multifocal smallpox reported in the Philippines

The Geneva-based World Health Organization (WHO) recently raised the mpox to a global health emergency. Shortly after this declaration, the Philippines confirmed its first case of the disease this year.…

Politics

NASCAR to bring back historic Bowman Gray Stadium for 2025 crash

Kyle C. Garrison

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina — NASCAR has announced that the 2025 preseason Clash will be held at the iconic Bowman Gray Stadium on Feb. 2. This marks the return of the…

Science and Technology

Massachusetts professor challenges tech giants with his unique legal view of Section 230

Kyle C. Garrison

In a recent groundbreaking legal move, a University of Massachusetts Amherst professor has taken an unconventional approach to challenging Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Using Section…

Culture and Entertainment

Iconic French actor Alain Delon dies at age 88

Kyle C. Garrison

Celebrated French cinema icon Alain Delon has died at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of seminal film roles and a life filled with both adoration and controversy.…

Politics

Firefighters intensify efforts to quell California’s massive wildfire

Kyle C. Garrison

CHICO, California, United States — A significant portion of California’s largest wildfire this year has been brought under control as the initial flames have subsided, allowing for a period of…

Politics

Eli Lilly’s weight-loss drug reduces risk of developing diabetes in long-term trial

Kyle C. Garrison

In a recent long-term research study published Tuesday, Eli Lilly reported that its popular weight-management drug significantly reduced the incidence of type 2 diabetes by 94 percent among overweight or…

Investments and Business

Electric cars vs. gasoline cars: true cost of ownership depends on your zip code

Kyle C. Garrison

The debate over whether electric vehicles (EVs) or traditional gasoline-powered cars offer better long-term value has intensified as EV prices have fallen and charging infrastructure has expanded. While EVs often…

Politics

WNBA playoff picture: a closer look at each contender

Kyle C. Garrison

As the WNBA regular season nears its climax, the competition for playoff spots intensifies. Every team is jockeying for position, with less than a month left to solidify their position.…

Health

Introducing Neffy: a revolutionary nasal spray alternative to needle-based allergy treatments

Kyle C. Garrison

In the realm of medical advances, a significant breakthrough has emerged with the introduction of Neffy, a nasal spray that has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration. This…

Science and Technology

OpenAI thwarts Iranian disinformation campaign via ChatGPT

Kyle C. Garrison

OpenAI recently announced that it had successfully disrupted an Iranian disinformation operation that leveraged its proprietary AI technologies, including the popular ChatGPT service. The disinformation campaign aimed to influence public…