Lifestyle - Page 275

July 18

USDA fires foreign workers from adversarial countries, including China, in national security protection move

The Agricultural Research Service lost dozens of researchers after the USDA terminated contracts with nationals from four countries of concern.

July 18

Restaurants now accepting fruit as payment instead of cash: Find out where it's happening

As mangoes reach peak ripeness, some Miami-area restaurants are accepting them as currency, offering cocktails, desserts and bread in exchange for the tropical fruit.

July 18

Here's what marijuana really does to the developing brain, according to a psychiatrist

Brain specialist Dr. Daniel Amen warns that marijuana use in teens and young adults is linked to higher rates of mental issues as research on cannabis' health impact develops.

July 18

Nicotine pouches pose alarming danger in US households, experts warn

A recent study reveals nicotine pouch ingestions among children under 6 increased by 763% from 2020 to 2023, posing greater poisoning risks than other nicotine products.

July 18

Swallow this pill to learn about your gut and health

PillTrek, a tiny wireless smart capsule created by Caltech, provides real-time gut health data by detecting electrolytes, metabolites, glucose, hormones, pH levels and temperature.

July 18

Officials at popular tourist spot cave to protesters who called out Americans

Mexico City officials announce plans to address gentrification after locals protest mass tourism, with demonstrators targeting American visitors amid a 70% increase in U.S. residents.

July 18

Study reveals primary cause of obesity — and it's not lack of exercise

Scientists find that diet, especially ultraprocessed foods, has a greater impact on obesity than physical activity levels, challenging common weight gain assumptions.

July 18

Watch how this elephant turns a hot day into a watermelon wonderland

At the Memphis Zoo in Tennessee, African elephant Asali beats the heat by munching on watermelons while cooling off in the pool.

July 18

Man's refusal to shop for girlfriend's kombucha after work starts hot relationship debate

A man's Reddit post about refusing to grocery shop after 12-hour workdays sparked debate, with a psychiatrist suggesting the requests might signal affirmation-seeking.

July 18

Florida boy brought to tears after learning he will finally be a big brother

8-year-old Kayden Brown and his parents join 'Fox & Friends First' after video of him finding out his mom is pregnant with twins went viral.