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FDA officials have upgraded a recall involving frozen blueberries and mixed berries sold at Publix to a Class I recall, the agency’s highest health-risk classification. Federal regulators assigned the Class I designation on Aug. 18, 2026, after the products were recalled over possible E. coli contamination. Affected products include GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries and GreenWise … Read more
Students applying in fall 2026 for enrollment in fall 2027 generally belong to the high school Class of 2027 and college Class of 2031. Six of eight Ivy League universities require SAT or ACT scores during this admissions cycle. Current counts identify 21 private colleges and 42 public colleges that require standardized test scores or … Read more
Repeated exposure to the synthetic psychedelic 25C-NBOMe during adolescence produced lasting changes in brain communication and competitive social behavior in male rats, according to a study led by researchers at Ningbo University in China. The findings identify a developmental vulnerability that did not appear when the same drug exposure occurred in adulthood, but they do … Read more
Identity theft continues to affect millions of Americans as criminals gain access to personal, financial, and digital information. About 22% of Americans have experienced identity theft at some point in their lives. Digital attacks now account for a larger share of identity crime. Hacked phones, compromised computers, stolen credentials, account takeovers, synthetic identities, and AI-assisted … Read more
A U.S. patient portal can work normally at home yet fail in China when hospital security controls and local internet filtering affect the same connection. Why a US Health System May Block You Before China Does Patient portals are now a routine part of U.S. healthcare. In 2024, 65% of people nationwide who were offered … Read more
Smart glasses can offer navigation, phone calls, notifications, AI assistance, recording features, and other connected functions without requiring a user to hold a smartphone. Some models also include built-in displays that place directions, messages, transcripts, or other information directly within a wearer’s field of view. Growing use of smart eyewear behind the wheel has raised … Read more
Massachusetts has ignited a new abortion fight after Gov. Maura Healey signed a law expanding physician discretion over abortions later in pregnancy, now known as the Massachusetts Abortion Bill. Supporters call it a safeguard for patients facing severe medical complications, while critics say it removes crucial limits and raises serious political and religious concerns. Healey … Read more
President Donald Trump’s apparent difficulty staying awake during some public events is drawing renewed scrutiny after cardiologist Dr. Jonathan Reiner said the pattern deserves a medical explanation. Reiner, a George Washington University professor who previously treated Vice President Dick Cheney, stressed that he is not diagnosing Trump, but questioned why repeated daytime drowsiness has not … Read more
Astrology, tarot cards, and fortune-telling occupy a noticeable place in American culture. A 2025 national survey of 9,593 U.S. adults found that 30% consult at least one of these practices once a year or more often. Interest often centers on entertainment, curiosity, or personal insight rather than serious dependence on predictions. Casual participation is especially … Read more
Morgan State University will launch a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence in fall 2026 through its School of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences. Students will receive preparation in the development, deployment, and responsible management of artificial intelligence systems. Workforce demand for graduates with advanced AI skills spans several major sectors: Healthcare Business Government Cybersecurity … Read more