Drought Threatens a Vital Economic Artery in the Heart of Europe
The Rhine conveys vessels and cargo that power European industry. Record low water levels are disrupting supply chains, adding costs…
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A Promising Heart Drug Fails, Challenging a Long-Held Theory of Disease
The drug targeted inflammation, and its shocking failure has experts questioning whether inflammation really does cause heart disease.
Moderate Democrats Prepare for ‘War’ Against an Ascendant Left
One moderate group says the progressive wins are “deeply troubling” and is planning a $15 million effort against democratic socialism.
Insults, Expletives and Fat-Shaming: Vance Trolls Critics on the Right and Left
The vice president has dispensed with the decorum and restraint of his predecessors to directly take on opponents and journalists…
Tennessee’s Andy Ogles Faces Well-Funded Opposition in House Primary Thursday
Representative Andy Ogles received President Trump’s endorsement, but his challenger, Charlie Hatcher, a former state agriculture commissioner, has the backing…
At Shambhala Music Festival, a Plan To Make Drugs Like Ketamine and MDMA Safer
Most raves turn a blind eye to drugs. At Shambhala, free testing offers peace of mind — but can’t eliminate…
Senate Panel Holds Fauci in Contempt of Congress
Dr. Anthony Fauci had refused to answer questions at a hearing last week, invoking the Fifth Amendment. Republicans argued that…
Sydney Towle, Who Chronicled Her Cancer on TikTok, Dies at 26
For an audience that grew to more than a million followers, she challenged assumptions of how people with serious illnesses…
Can Robots Save Japan’s Aging Cherry Blossom Farmers?
Monster Wolf and Pochi are among the robots deployed to scare away bears and transport cherry blossoms in a northern…
The ‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Hudson Williams Uplifts a Canadian Tire Bag
After the actor Hudson Williams was photographed carrying a plaid reusable shopping bag, priced under $2, the tote has become…