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The Democratic Socialist Who Just Took CONTROL of D.C.

Janeese Lewis George, a democratic socialist, wins D.C. mayoral primary  The Washington Post Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George’s opponent concedes in DC mayoral race  CNN DC mayor primary election results: Lewis George leads McDuffie as vote count continues  NBC4 Washington Opinion | Trump threatens D.C. voters not to choose progressive mayoral candidate  MS NOW Democratic socialists think fatigue with mainstream politics could open paths to victories in the midterms  ABC News - Breaking

International
Science

AI Just Created Something NO Human Ever Has — And It WORKED

A new vaccine designed by AI is the first to be tested on humans and may protect against a wide range of coronaviruses related to SARS and COVID-19. miodrag ignjatovic/GettyImages Researchers have tested a vaccine designed to protect against a range of coronaviruses. This new vaccine was the first designed by AI to be tested on humans. The pEVAC-PS vaccine could enable protection against future mutations. The use of AI also enables the development of new vaccines much faster. However, more r

Health

The Weight Loss Drug Side Effect NO ONE Expected — And It's SHOCKING

GLP-1s may help reduce impulsivity, alcohol intake, and violent behaviors in adults. Image Credit: munro/gettyimages A recent study found that GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may help lower impulsive and violent behaviors. The researchers noted that higher impulsivity and alcohol use were significantly associated with violent behavior overall, but were weaker among those using GLP-1s.  The findings suggest additional mental health benefits of GLP-1 drugs beyond alcohol use and addi

The Daily Habit U.S. Guidelines Say Is SAFE — But Science Disagrees

New research found that health risks accelerate after 1 drink per day. Oleg Breslavtsev/Getty Images New research suggests alcohol-related health risks may begin at lower levels of drinking than previously thought. Researchers found no clear health benefit from even moderate alcohol consumption and concluded that both men and women should limit intake to no more than 1 drink per day. The findings add to growing evidence that any amount of drinking may carry long-term health risks. A major ne

Why That Glass of Wine Makes You CRAVE the Worst Foods

New research found that more unhealthy, savory foods were consumed on drinking days versus non-drinking days. Jovana Milanko/Stocksy Drinking alcohol may lead to increased consumption of ultra-processed savory foods. Researchers found that alcohol can amplify the FGF21 hormone, which can cause cravings for protein and savory foods. Natural cravings for protein may be disrupted due to the widespread availability of ultra-processed foods that taste savory but lack protein. Drinking alcohol ma

The 'Exercise' You're Already Doing That Could Transform Your MOOD

Small amounts of physical activity, like everyday chores, can boost your mood and even count toward your exercise goals. Image Credit: Getty Images/Oleh_Slobodeniuk New research has found that as little as 5 to 10 minutes of physical activity can provide an immediate boost to both mood and energy. Exercise and everyday movement are associated with meaningful improvements in emotional health. Even small bursts of physical activity can help you meet your fitness goals. Exercise provides vario

The Device That Just Made Finger Pricks OBSOLETE for Millions

The FDA approved the first nonprescription sale of Dexcom’s continuous glucose monitor for children ages 2 to 18 with diabetes. Svetikd/Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor for children under 18. Experts say the over-the-counter version will make this helpful technology more widely available to families who need diabetes care. The devices could help parents and children make healthy lifestyle decisions, but the tec

It's Not WHAT's in Your Food — It's HOW It Was Made

The manufacturing processes used to produce ultra-processed foods are linked to negative impacts on human health. Image Credit: Andy Sacks/Getty Images A recent study has found that it may not just be what’s in ultra-processed foods that makes them unhealthy, but how they’re made.  The study noted that factors such as changes in the food’s cellular structure, loss of beneficial chemical compounds, and additives and chemicals in packaging may all pose health risks.  This adds to previous rese

The FDA Approval That Changed One Teen's Life FOREVER

Jennifer Seigrist (left) and her daughter Taisie Seigrist (right). Photo by Jennifer Seigrist The FDA has approved Afrezza, an inhaled insulin, for children and adolescents. Taisie Seigrist is a 15-year-old who took part in the clinical trial for Afrezza. Seigrist said the needle-free option has changed her life. When Taisie Seigrist was 10 years old, she began experiencing persistent thirst and the urge to urinate frequently. “She would come home from school and drink five glasses of water

The DISTURBING Way Influencers Are Profiting From Men's Deepest FEARS

“Spermmaxxing” is the newest social media trend. Why are younger males so concerned with fertility? Image Credit: Irina Shatilova/Getty Images “Spermmaxxing” is one of the most recent social media “maxxing” trends.  In this trend, men seek to increase their fertility through lifestyle changes and other approaches, such as eating raw garlic. “Maxxing” refers to maximizing almost anything and has become part of the broader trend in online culture. Social media is filled with trends that promis

The Sunscreen Ingredient Americans Have Been DENIED for Years — Until Now

Bemotrizinol (PARSOL Shield), an advanced sunscreen filter that has long been used in Europe and Asia, has been approved for use in the U.S. by the FDA. Image Credit: Photo by LumiNola/Getty Images The FDA has approved bemotrizinol (PARSOL Shield). This is the first new sunscreen ingredient approved in over 20 years, offering superior UVA and UVB protection. Consumers in the United States can expect new products featuring PARSOL Shield by the end of 2026, with broader availability to follow.

Sports
Entertainment

Seth MacFarlane's Next Project Will Take You Into the DUNGEON

Peacock has give a series order to the TV adaptation of “Dungeon Crawler Carl,” a New York Times best selling book from Matt Dinniman. Seth MacFarlane’s Fuzzy Door is behind the series, which comes from the newly renamed Universal Global Television. Variety reported in April that the show had landed at Peacock. Chris Yost (“The […]

The Deal That Keeps 'Abbott Elementary' Creator at DISNEY

In a shrewd move, actress, creator, head writer, co-showrunner, and executive producer of the hit ABC comedy series Abbott Elementary, Quinta Brunson, announced that she signed a big, five-year overall deal with 20th Television for her female-led entertainment company, Fifth Chance Productions. Brunson is transitioning from a four-year overall deal at Warner Bros. Television, which produces the Emmy-winning ABC comedy in association with 20th TV, a part of Disney Television Studios.

Hollywood's DESPERATE Plea to Save California's Film Industry

The entertainment industry is warning Gov. Gavin Newsom that the state risks undermining California production if it imposes a new limit on corporate tax credits. In a June 8 letter, a coalition of industry and labor groups argued that the governor’s budget proposal will cost production jobs and sabotage the state’s film incentive. “The result […]

Viva Kids Expands Animated Film Library With THREE New Titles

Independent distributor Viva Kids has acquired the animated films “Treasure Trekkers,” “Space Cadet,” and “Pirate Mo and the Legend of the Red Ruby” to add to its upcoming release calendar; specific dates to be announced later. “Treasure Trekkers” is based on J.S. Friedman’s children’s book series “Maurice’s Valises,” which follows the “adventures of young explorers […]

The Chicks Return to U.S. Stages After THREE YEARS Away

In the words of Grand Funk: They’re an American band. Those of us who are prone to think and argue about rock ‘n’ roll superlatives often debate which act counts as the greatest American band of the 20th century: Is it the Beach Boys? Nirvana? The Grateful Dead? Nirvana? Sly & the Family Stone? The […]

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