In the deep Mexican jungle, nestled at the tip of the Yucatán Peninsula, lies the ancient city of Cobá. Recently, archaeologists made a groundbreaking discovery in this long-forgotten Maya city – a vast stone slab with an inscription of 123 glyphs carved into its surface. This inscription sheds light on the founding date of a
The study conducted by Nicole Wright, PhD, MPH, and colleagues shed light on the prevalence of fractures in postmenopausal women from different racial backgrounds. While white women showed the highest rates of fractures, it was intriguing to note that other racial groups were not far behind. Black, Pacific Islander, Asian, and multiracial women exhibited significantly
The Atlanta Falcons have secured the pass rusher they have been searching for, as they have successfully traded for top edge rusher Matthew Judon from the New England Patriots. This trade comes after years of the Falcons lacking a dominant presence on the defensive line, and Judon’s arrival is expected to bolster their pass rushing
Starting off as an actor/writer in the comedy scene in New York, Alex Song-Xia made a transition to filmmaking with the release of his debut short film, “Really Good Driver”. Despite his initial journey being rooted in comedy, Song-Xia found himself drawn to the world of acting from a young age. Moving to New York
The recent resignation of Nemat “Minouche” Shafik, the president of Columbia University, has sparked debates and discussions on campus. Shafik stepped down from her position after facing months of criticism and protests over the war in Gaza. This decision came after only a little more than a year into her role, leaving many questioning the
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer recently expressed his belief that the Senate can pass a bipartisan crypto regulation bill before the end of the year. This announcement comes as a ray of hope for an industry that has long been waiting for regulatory clarity. Schumer’s remarks were made during a virtual town hall event aimed
China’s retail sales in July saw a growth of 2.7% from a year ago, surpassing the forecasted 2.6% increase. This indicates a promising trend in consumer spending, which is crucial for economic growth. The positive performance in retail sales shows resilience in the consumer sector despite other challenges. On the other hand, industrial production only
The Federal Trade Commission recently made a significant decision by unanimously voting to ban the use of fake reviews as a marketing tactic. This move comes after an increase in deceptive practices by companies looking to promote their products and services through misleading information. The rise of AI technology and automated chatbots has made it
Starbucks made a bold move in offering Brian Niccol a substantial pay increase and one-time awards to entice him away from his CEO position at Chipotle Mexican Grill. Niccol is set to officially take the helm at Starbucks on September 9th, facing the challenging task of revitalizing the struggling coffee chain’s sales, enhancing the in-store
The appointment of Dr. Ingrid Skop, an anti-abortion Ob/Gyn, to the Texas maternal mortality and morbidity review committee has raised eyebrows due to the nature of her activism. The fact that she was chosen over another applicant for a position originally intended for a rural community member is concerning, especially since the committee was meant