Climate
2026-04-29 18:00:58.864 • by
Alice Ibarra in
Climate
Hatteras Island, North Carolina, is battling unprecedented coastal erosion, with numerous homes collapsing into the Atlantic. Local house mover Barry Crum and his team are relocating entire buildings further inland, as residents confront a rapidly shrinking coastline and the looming threat of sea-level rise.
Health
2026-04-29 18:00:58.834 • by
Alex Ingram in
Health
The booming 'feminine probiotic' industry promises healthier vaginas, but experts warn that scientific evidence is largely lacking, most products are unproven, and self-diagnosis can be dangerous. The article delves into the complexities of the vaginal microbiome and the slow progress in effective treatments.
Health
2026-04-29 18:00:58.8 • by
Andrew Ismail in
Health
A critical care physician warns that the independent federal scientific architecture, which enabled early action on crises like AIDS, is being systematically dismantled. This erosion of independence in key agencies like the CDC, National Science Board, and immunization advisory committees is leading to politically motivated decisions, unreliable data, and a loss of public trust in vital health information.
Politics
2026-04-29 06:01:03.142 • by
Andrew Ismail in
Politics
Donald Trump's disproportionate outrage over a Jimmy Kimmel joke about Melania's 'expectant widow' comment highlights his unique obsession with traditional television, leading to accusations of incitement and an ironic focus on late-night comedy.