Trump’s “No Tax on Overtime” Wins Senate: Here’s What It Means for Workers
President Donald Trump’s promise to put more money in American workers’ pockets took a major step forward this week as the Senate passed his ambitious One Big Beautiful Bill Act. One headline item: eliminating federal income tax on overtime pay for millions of hourly workers. After a marathon vote-a-rama, the bill squeaked through on July 1 with a 51-50 vote....
Seven Missing After Massive California Fireworks Blast; Evacuations and Power Outages Continue
Authorities are still searching for seven missing people after a powerful explosion tore through a commercial fireworks facility in Esparto, Yolo County, California, on Tuesday evening. The blast, which happened just before 6 p.m., left at least two people injured and forced widespread evacuations as crews battle to secure the site. Esparto Fire Chief Curtis Lawrence said firefighters initially entered...
Gut Microbes May Be the Secret Weapon Against Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’
In a promising breakthrough, scientists at the University of Cambridge believe they may have discovered a surprising ally in the fight against PFAS — the so-called “forever chemicals” that lurk in everything from non-stick pans to waterproof jackets. PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) are prized for their water- and grease-resistant properties; however, they don’t break down easily and have been...
Why You Are a Pimple Popping Fanatic
You may know that it is not a good idea, but you somehow find yourself doing it anyway. A large number of people can’t resist the urge to pop, scratch, and dig at pimples - their own and even other peoples. Dermatologists warn us against this kind of behavior that can lead to permanent scarring. This is because pimple...
Why It’s Time to Toss Black Plastic Utensils—and What to Buy Instead
It might be time to rethink those black plastic spatulas and spoons lurking in your kitchen drawer. Research suggests that black plastic utensils can contain trace amounts of toxic chemicals—such as flame retardants—that may leach into food, especially when exposed to heat from cooking. Although one high-profile study that fueled concerns was later corrected for math errors, experts still...
Meet the Gadget That Pulls Fresh Water — and Coffee — Straight From Thin Air
Imagine waking up, padding into your kitchen, and pouring a glass of crisp, mineral-rich water — or brewing a perfect cup of coffee — all drawn straight from the air around you. No plumbing, no plastic bottles, no refills. Just pure hydration and hot coffee on demand. That’s the promise of the Kara Pod — a countertop marvel that...
Inside North Korea’s Shadow Army: Fake IT Jobs, Stolen IDs, and Millions Laundered from America’s Fortune 500
In a sweeping federal crackdown, the U.S. Justice Department has unveiled two indictments exposing how North Korean operatives and American accomplices carried out a vast fraud scheme that siphoned millions from top U.S. companies — all to bankroll North Korea’s nuclear weapons ambitions secretly. The plot, according to prosecutors, revolved around trained North Korean IT workers posing as U.S. citizens...
Avoid Toxins: Learn How to Read This Label
Ever flipped over your food container and noticed a tiny triangle with a number and a couple of letters? That hidden two-letter code could tell you whether you’re storing leftovers in a safe container — or leaching hidden toxins into your food. Look for containers labeled "PP" (polypropylene) or "PE" (polyethylene). These are among the safest plastics for food contact...
Trump Declares War on Soggy Sips: Paper Straws Out, ‘Common Sense’ Plastic Back In
Paper straws are back in the spotlight — or rather, back in the trash — after President Donald Trump took a victory lap this week for what he calls a “common-sense” win: kicking paper straws to the curb. Speaking in Florida, Trump didn’t hold back about his distaste for the soggy stand-ins. “I was tired of having straws melt in...
Is That Cheese Giving You Nightmares? Why Late-Night Dairy May Haunt Your Dreams
Ever wake up from a wild nightmare and blame the late-night ice cream? Science says you might be onto something. A new study published in Frontiers in Psychology has found a clear link between what you eat — especially dairy — and the dreams that keep you up at night. Researchers from the University of Montreal surveyed over 1,000 college...
