Pope Leo XIV was officially inaugurated as the 267th Pope on May 18 in a ceremony at St. Peter’s Square, receiving the Ring of the Fisherman and the papal pallium. Among the attendees were U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and other global leaders. Despite past criticisms exchanged between Vance and the…
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, according to a statement from his office on May 18. The cancer, classified as Gleason score 9 (Grade Group 5), is hormone-sensitive, allowing for effective treatment. Biden’s family is currently reviewing options with his doctors….
**The Hidden Danger in Vaping: Popcorn Lung’s Toxic Legacy** Behind the sweet flavors of vaping lies a serious threat: **popcorn lung** (bronchiolitis obliterans), a permanent condition caused by inhaling toxic chemicals like **diacetyl**—once used in buttery popcorn flavoring. Found in many vape liquids, these substances scar the lungs’ smallest airways, leading to chronic coughing and…
Walmart CEO **Douglas McMillon** has warned customers of potential **price increases** due to **President Trump’s tariffs** on imports from China and other countries. Despite a temporary reduction in Chinese tariffs from **145% to 30%**, McMillon stated that Walmart’s narrow profit margins make it impossible to **absorb all the costs**, passing some onto shoppers. Trump fired…
Apple’s **iOS 18.5 update** has expanded its **satellite texting** feature to **iPhone 13** models, previously limited to newer devices. This “life-saving” function lets users send messages **without cellular signal** by connecting to satellites—crucial for emergencies in remote areas. However, the feature has **limitations**: it’s only available with **T-Mobile in the U.S.** and excludes emergency services…
Former President **Joe Biden** has announced he has been diagnosed with an **”aggressive” form of prostate cancer**, his office confirmed in a statement. The 82-year-old, who recently completed his term, revealed the cancer has **metastasized to his bone** but remains **hormone-sensitive**, allowing for potential treatment options. Biden and his family are currently evaluating next steps…
That distinctive earthy scent before rainfall isn’t just imagination—it’s **petrichor**, a phenomenon named by scientists in 1964. Derived from Greek words meaning “stone” and “divine fluid,” it describes the aroma when rain hits dry soil. Many people report detecting this smell before storms, sparking online debates about who can truly sense approaching rain. Some describe…
Melania Trump’s **limited public appearances** since Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration have sparked widespread speculation. Reports suggest she’s spent **less than 14 days** in the White House this year, preferring residences in **New York and Florida**. Her absence has fueled conspiracy theories, including claims of a **body double** and even marital strife. Journalist **Michael Wolff** alleges…
The **Air France Flight 447** tragedy, which killed **228 people** in 2009, revealed harrowing details through recovered cockpit recordings. The **Rio de Janeiro to Paris** flight crashed into the Atlantic after its **pitot tubes iced over**, causing faulty speed readings and disabling the autopilot. Confronted with **confusing data** in a storm, the pilots mistakenly **raised…
A Mexican navy training ship, the **Cuauhtémoc**, crashed into the **Brooklyn Bridge** on **Saturday evening**, killing two crew members and injuring 19 others. Authorities confirmed the vessel, carrying **277 people**, lost power due to a **mechanical failure** while attempting to reverse under the bridge. The ship’s **masts were too tall**, causing them to clip the…