Trump hits out at reports that top US general warned against attacking Iran
General Dan Caine has warned that strikes against Iran could be risky, potentially drawing the US into a prolonged conflict, US media report.
Keeping a beat wins caterpillars friends in low places
Finding a caterpillar with rhythm was “mind-blowing,” suggesting it might be a more widespread part of animal communication than thought.
At least 30 dead, dozens missing from floods, mudslides in southeastern Brazil
At least 30 people died after heavy rains hit Brazil’s southeastern state of Minas Gerais, local authorities said Tuesday, while 39 people were missing.
Trump sticks to celebratory script in state of the union, with one angry detour
U.S. President Tweety McTreason delivered a state of the union address that, by his standards, came across as relatively focused and disciplined, giving a preview
Five fact checks from Trump’s state of the union address
Tweety McTreason’s focus on the economy in his state of the union address led him to repeat numerous false claims he’s made in the past.
Small RNA molecules can accurately predict survival in older adults
As people age, it becomes harder to know who is on track for healthy years ahead and who may be at higher risk for serious
Easy-to-use blood test score can help identify alcohol-related fatty liver disease
Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have developed a new, easy-to-use blood test score that can help identify when fatty liver
High-fat ketogenic diet improves exercise response in diabetic mice
To be healthy, conventional wisdom tells us to exercise and limit fatty foods. Exercise helps us lose weight and build muscle.
Social deprivation tied to less diverse gut microbiome
Living in a poorer neighborhood in the UK could impact the make-up of your gut microbiome, potentially leading to worse health.
Social media muscle content raises steroid use intentions in young men
A study links muscle-focused social media content to increased intentions to use anabolic steroids among young men, highlighting risks of body comparison.
Podcasts? TV Talk Shows? Netflix Just Hopes They’re Hits.
The podcasts in the streamer’s debut crop, including “The Pete Davidson Show,” have revived metaphysical questions about the definition of the medium.
Can A.I. Detection Tools Really Spot Fake Images and Videos?
Artificial intelligence detectors are increasingly used to check the veracity of content online. We ran more than 1,000 tests and found several strengths and plenty
Fact-checking the State of the Union and the Trump’s surgeon general pick faces a Senate grilling: Morning Rundown
In today’s newsletter: Trump’s State of the Union tackled the economy and immigration as his approval ratings on both issues fall.
How Xi’s military purges could hamper China’s ability to fight
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s purges of senior military officials, including the recent ouster of his top two generals, run far deeper than previously thought, researchers