JD Vance uncovers hidden threat to American workers as he warns Democrats embrace ‘radical fringes’

Vice President JD Vance warned that the Democratic Party is surrendering to its “most-radical fringes” following a wave of local victories by self-described progressive and socialist candidates. Speaking on “Fox & Friends Weekend,” Vance argued that Democrats learned the wrong lesson following their 2024 election loss. “My genuine hope was that the lesson the Democrats learned from the 2024 election is maybe we should stop being so crazy,” Vance said Saturday. “And unfortunately, the lesson that Democrats seem to have learned from the 2024 election is to lean into the most radical fringes of their party.” His comments come after a wave of…

Crippling impact of Paramount-Warner deal on Los Angeles workforce revealed

Paramount Skydance’s $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery could lead to devastating bloodshed for Hollywood’s economy, according to a new report from Los Angeles County. The merger between the two legacy studios puts about 2,500 jobs in the county and 6,000 globally at potential risk, the County Department of…

Why we should all be getting more sun: new book

Living in Vermont, science and nature writer Rowan Jacobsen noticed the effects the seasons had on him. Summers were gorgeous, but the grey winters were brutal and left him lagging. “I felt as if my cells didn’t work,” he writes in his new book, “In Defense of Sunlight, The Surprising…

Hidden chemicals babies are drinking in breast milk can mess with hormones

This isn’t the breast news. Breast milk is widely considered the gold standard for infant nutrition, with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommending it be given exclusively for the first six months of life when possible. But scientists are now sounding the alarm after two new studies found a mix…

The potential holdup in Celtics acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Celtics would love to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, but it’s not going to be that easy. Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam said previously that the team would like to have the superstar’s future resolved before the NBA draft, which is now just three days away. And while the Celtics are interested…

Outdoor cats can be exposed to dangerous germs — here’s how to protect you and your pets, according to more than 400 studies

Pets form an important part of many people’s lives, providing meaningful companionship. However, our pets can sometimes also be a source of unwelcome pathogens and diseases, particularly if they frequently roam outdoors.We are ecologists and a veterinarian who study wildlife health and the movement of pathogens among wildlife, domestic animals…

Temporary ‘smart tattoo’ could catch skin cancer before it’s visible

Finally, a new use for temporary tattoos beyond kiddie goodie bags. A team of Canadian researchers says it has developed a temporary “smart tattoo” to spot melanomas before they’re visible — and life-threatening. Published last week in Nature Sensors, the new study evaluated the efficacy of SMEAR-ULM, which measures temperature…

How Argentina is handling a possible Lionel Messi World Cup injury

Lionel Messi’s World Cup status has been put into question.  The entire soccer fandom held its breath Sunday as the Argentinian superstar had to be subbed off in the 79th minute of his latest game with MLS’ Inter Miami. The initial report was “muscle fatigue in his left hamstring.” Argentinian…

Former TV anchor’s home reduced to ashes in overnight fire

A former local TV news anchor watched her home go up in flames as firefighters battled a massive blaze that could be seen from miles away. Former WOOD TV8 anchor Michele DeSelms lost her home in a fire that tore through the residence in Plainfield Township, Mich., according to WOOD-TV.…

Japan hits 6G key milestone with high-frequency speeds topping 100 Gbps

Scientists in Japan have discovered a way to transmit data at a speed of 112 gigabits per second (Gbps) at a specific spectrum band that’s vital for the build-out of next-generation 6G wireless networks.To achieve this breakthrough, the researchers developed a new kind of terahertz wireless communication system driven by…

Islanders hire ex-NHLer Jay McKee as coach for new AHL team

The Islanders hired longtime OHL coach and former NHL defenseman Jay McKee to lead their new AHL club in Hamilton, Ont. After spending over a decade coaching in the Canadian junior league, McKee returns to the AHL to spearhead the newly-named Hamilton Hammers in their first season of existence in…

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