The COVID-19 pandemic brought about drastic changes in the daily routines of people worldwide, including zoo animals. A study conducted in 2022 shed light on how primates in particular, such as bonobos, chimpanzees, western lowland gorillas, and olive baboons, reacted to the absence of crowds of visitors in their enclosures. According to researchers, visitor interactions
The Atlanta Falcons are not holding back when it comes to improving their team for the 2024 season. In a surprising move, the Falcons signed free agent safety Justin Simmons to a one-year, $8 million contract. This signing comes just a day after acquiring pass rusher Matthew Judon from the New England Patriots. With these
Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, has been facing challenges in keeping grocery prices down. CEO Doug McMillon highlighted that while prices have fallen for many items in the store, there has been a stubborn persistence of inflation in the aisles carrying dry groceries and processed foods. This category includes popular items like carbonated soft drinks.
The A-level exam results for 2025 have shown a slight increase in the number of students achieving top grades. This year, the number of A* grades increased by 0.4% from last year, reaching 9.3%, while the number of A*-A grades went up by 0.6%, reaching 27.8%. Despite being a marginal increase, it is worth noting
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