Memorial Day is an apt time to reflect on the long-term consequences of war. Among them are substance use, mental health problems, homelessness and jail time for those who served…
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Sunken treasure ship found off Cádiz with 27 cannons and silver cargo
A remarkable underwater archaeological discovery in the Bay of Cádiz has revealed the remains of a 17th-century vessel carrying artillery and silver, shedding new light on smuggling networks and maritime…
Salt-Nicotine E-Cigarettes Triple Smoking Cessation Odds
Summary: A randomized, placebo-controlled trial reveals that switching to pod-based salt-nicotine electronic cigarettes significantly boosts the odds of quitting traditional smoking while dramatically reducing exposure to harmful, tobacco-related toxins. The…
Ebola strain spreading in Congo and Uganda has no approved vaccine
As a deadly outbreak of Ebola virus spreads in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on May 17, 2026, that…
Evidence of submerged settlement found near Lankaran
Archaeologists working along the coast of the Caspian Sea, near Lankaran — a city on the southern coast of Azerbaijan — have uncovered evidence of what appears to be a…
Flavored vapes led to a major shake-up at the FDA – 3 health policy analysts explain the science behind the controversial products
The resignation of Marty Makary, commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, on May 12, 2026, brought to the forefront a heated controversy over fruit-flavored nicotine vapes. Rumors had…
Ancient stone with face-like carving discovered in Alderney dig
Archaeologists excavating a site in Alderney have uncovered a Bronze Age standing stone bearing what appears to be a carved face. The stone, known as a menhir, was discovered at…
Combining Cannabis and Tobacco Triples Psychosis Risk
Summary: A multi-site study reveals that combining cannabis and tobacco, a trend known as “co-use”, significantly increases the long-term risk of developing full psychotic disorders like schizophrenia. The study tracked…
Why Young Teens Are Vulnerable to Conversational AI
Summary: A national, peer-reviewed study reveals that nearly half of American teenagers using Conversational AI (CAI) chatbots have been exposed to significant digital, emotional, or behavioral harm. The study surveyed…
Giant 13th-century sabre found in medieval burial near Astrakhan
Archaeologists working at the “Eagle’s Nest” burial ground near Astrakhan in southern Russia have uncovered an unusually large medieval sabre dating to the second half of the thirteenth century. The…
