August 15, 2025

Ancient shell, modern relief: How blowing a conch could help sleep apnea

For many, sleep is a battlefield of snoring, gasps and exhaustion. But Indian researchers may have found a solution that doesn’t involve a noisy CPAP machine: a centuries-old yogic ritual with a conch shell. Researchers based in Jaipur, India, enlisted 30 adults, ages 19-65, with moderate obstructive sleep apnea, also known as OSA. Half were […]

August 15, 2025

US weighs mineral access, sanctions relief as incentives for Moscow: Report

Aides to President Donald Trump have reportedly explored economic inducements for Moscow ahead of Trump’s meeting Friday with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump and Putin will meet at Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson in Anchorage for talks centered on a ceasefire in Ukraine. The White House declined to comment on the reported economic incentives for Russia agreeing […]

August 15, 2025

The rise of ‘AI psychosis’ and exactly what that means

As the use of artificial intelligence grows, so does the concern over a new issue informally referred to as “AI psychosis.” While it’s not yet an official diagnosis, it’s already become an issue for mental health workers. What is AI psychosis? To understand AI psychosis, you need to understand what psychosis is. Psychosis is a […]

August 15, 2025

School bus carrying 42 students rolls over in northwest Austin, injures dozens

The first day of school took a sudden turn in northwest Austin, Texas, on Wednesday, Aug. 13, when a bus carrying 42 elementary students rolled onto its side, injuring 16, officials said. The yellow bus, operated by the Leander Independent School District, was leaving a school when it veered into an embankment.  Bus overturns in […]

August 15, 2025

More than half of parents would go into debt to help kids fit in at school: Study

Back-to-school season is in full swing. But this year, notebooks and pencils are taking a back seat to designer sneakers and name-brand clothes. Some students are showing up on the first day of school dressed like they’re heading to New York Fashion Week. Social media is fueling the trend, and it’s pushing many parents to […]

August 15, 2025

MLB Power Rankings: Milwaukee Magic leads to big top 10 shakeup

There has been quite a shakeup in the SAN Major League Baseball power rankings, what a difference a month makes. Some key trade deadline moves and a few prominent winning streaks led to several changes in the top 10.  Which team is the new No. 1? The Milwaukee Brewers have never had a summer like […]

August 15, 2025

New York pot shop-to-school distance mistake may force dozens to relocate

Dozens of New York recreational marijuana stores are in limbo after officials admitted a mistake. Regulators said they improperly measured the legally designated distance between some shops and schools. Now, more than 100 cannabis shops may have to move if lawmakers don’t come up with a quick solution. ‘Utter failure of leadership’ One owner of […]

August 15, 2025

What would happen if the Smithsonian lost federal funding?

The White House announced it will conduct an audit of Smithsonian museums to ensure exhibits are patriotic and highlight American achievement and progress. The auditors made clear they will look at nearly everything the Smithsonian publishes and presents, including its text and visual displays, current and upcoming exhibitions, social media posts and websites.  “This review […]

August 15, 2025

Stuck ‘in the crossfire’ of zero-emissions disputes, truck makers sue California

Heavy-duty truck manufacturers are suing California over the state’s zero-emissions vehicle policy. The lawsuit comes after the Federal Trade Commission concluded that an agreement between truck companies and California’s Air Resources Board raised “antitrust concerns.”  The legal challenge involves Daimler Truck, International Motors, PACCAR and Volvo Group — companies that control up to 99% of […]

August 15, 2025

NCAA football will throw the flag on fake injuries in 2025

The college football season kicks off in nine days, and the NCAA has made teams aware that they will not tolerate teams faking injuries to stop the clock. New rules were announced on Wednesday to combat the practice and will go into effect at the beginning of regular season play. How often do players fake […]