North American Community Hub Statistics
Women live longer than men in the United States for at least 5 years. This statement remains accurate in 2026 and is supported by every major national mortality dataset. The difference is not marginal, not recent, and not explained by a single factor. It is the result of long-term patterns in biology, behavior, healthcare use, … Read more
In a narrow alleyway in a low-income neighborhood, a small cooking fire burns beneath a metal pot. At first glance, the scene looks ordinary. What feeds the flames is not. Instead of wood or charcoal, the fire is fueled by plastic waste pulled from nearby streets. Across many cities in the Global South, plastic trash … Read more
Ten years after China officially ended its controversial one-child policy, the country is facing a sobering reality: birth rates are still falling, fast. Despite efforts to reverse course with cash handouts and pro-family incentives, new government data shows China’s population shrank for the fourth consecutive year, signaling deeper demographic challenges ahead for the world’s second-most … Read more
If you’ve been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, there’s a good chance your doctor has mentioned a drug called Mounjaro. While it’s officially FDA-approved for managing blood sugar, Mounjaro has recently gained serious buzz for something else entirely: helping people lose weight, even those without diabetes. Whether you’re exploring options for weight management or wondering … Read more
In the newly released Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025–2030), federal health experts aren’t mincing words: drink less alcohol. This isn’t just vague health advice; it’s a response to mounting, robust scientific evidence linking alcohol consumption directly to breast cancer risk. And yes, even a single daily drink can start to tip the scales. From “moderation” … Read more
After years of rising rates and stagnant activity, the U.S. housing market is finally showing signs of renewed momentum. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.06% for the week ending January 15, according to new data from Freddie Mac. It marks the lowest level since September 2022, offering a dose of relief for … Read more
WASHINGTON — On the final day of Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment in most states, the Trump administration unveiled a new health care proposal it says is aimed at lowering costs and improving consumer control. But while the plan promises bold changes, it offers few specifics, and would require significant congressional action to become … Read more
Markets may be soaring and investors celebrating, but behind the scenes, the global order is under growing strain, and at the center of the latest geopolitical controversy sits an icy island in the North Atlantic: Greenland. President Donald Trump has reignited his ambitions to acquire the semi-autonomous Danish territory, and this time, it’s not being … Read more
In January 2026, Havana Syndrome is back in the headlines because reporting says the U.S. government has obtained and tested a portable device capable of generating pulsed radio waves, a mechanism long suspected in the case. Public details remain limited, and U.S. intelligence agencies have not concluded who, if anyone, used such technology. Still, the … Read more
Viruses aren’t static; they’re constantly changing. As the planet gets warmer and more crowded, people are coming into contact with new viruses more often. On top of that, with how fast we travel these days, it’s easier than ever for viruses to hitch a ride and spread across the globe in no time. Influenza A: … Read more