what we understand and what remains unclear
We are 23 of the 27 original members of the Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens (SAGO) for the World Health Organization (WHO). After approximately 3.5 years of discussions, we completed our independent evaluation of the SARS-CoV-2 virus’s origins, submitting our findings to the WHO director-general in June 2025. In our 78-page […]
What is Bonesmashing? Exploring the Intense Looksmaxxer Method
The Controversial Trend of Bonesmashing As teenagers, many find themselves on the receiving end of parental restrictions—be it losing their video games, sleepovers, or even access to the family car. For Braden Peters, better known as Clavicular, it was a bit different; his mother took away his hammer. Yes, that’s right. She wanted him to […]
Highly infectious: Measles cases surge across the country: Important information for you
The United States is experiencing an unprecedented rise in measles cases, approaching 1,000 in just the first couple of months of 2026, which has raised concerns among healthcare workers. As of Monday, more than 980 cases have been reported across 26 states, as per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This figure surpasses […]
Well-known blood pressure medication slows down aging, even in older animals
Exploring the Future of Aging Research Many people are outliving their parents and grandparents these days, which sounds great, right? But often, those extra years come with a host of chronic illnesses. Scientists aim to make those later years feel more like a peak rather than just an extension, focusing on ways to delay the […]
Substance abuse, refusal to acknowledge, and prejudice: the infants and kids caught in Fiji’s HIV crisis
Fiji Faces a Growing HIV Crisis That night, when Clare’s baby’s heart stopped, she couldn’t help but feel guilty. Did she spend too much time outside in the cold? Had she harmed her little one while pregnant by drinking iced water? Rushing her infant, Andi, to a hospital in Fiji for the second time in […]
My frustrating struggle with chronic fatigue syndrome: ‘On my worst days, it feels nearly sinister’
Reflections on Chronic Illness and Misdiagnosis In the late ’90s, the deputy headmistress at my Croydon secondary school was a robust woman with a military-style haircut, always seen in unflattering brown outfits. The students often criticized her, particularly her voice, which was harsh and grating. Even now, decades later, I can vividly recall the phrase […]
The Unspoken Negative Aspects of Meditation and Mindfulness
The Complexities of Mindfulness Mindfulness is often seen as an ideal solution for managing stress and mental health challenges, largely because it can be practiced for free at home. This practice, rooted in Buddhist meditation, revolves around being present and fully aware of your thoughts, feelings, and sensations in the moment. The earliest known references […]
China’s intriguing Shenlong space plane has recently completed its fourth mission. What is its purpose?
China’s Reusable Space Plane Back in Orbit China’s reusable space plane, known as the Shenlong (“Divine Dragon”), is once again making rounds around Earth. The spacecraft launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the Gobi Desert on February 6, marking its fourth orbital mission. The details about what exactly Shenlong is doing up there […]
What is the reality of the Nocebo Effect?
Review of *This Book May Cause Side Effects: Why Our Minds Are Making Us Sick* by Helen Pilcher Back in the early days of Viagra—the famous “little blue pill”—I came across a story about a woman who decided to try it for herself. After all, if it’s beneficial for men, why not for women too? […]
A frightening simulation demonstrates what occurs in your body when you smoke cannabis daily.
A video details the effects of regular cannabis use on the body There’s widespread understanding that smoking cigarettes is harmful, but what about consuming cannabis? It seems that Snoop Dogg’s dedicated blunt roller could have a change in job security upon seeing a TikTok video by Dr. Boogie that explains the consequences of daily weed […]