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February 18

Common respiratory bacteria detected in eyes of Alzheimer’s patients

Researchers found a respiratory bacterium in retinal tissue of Alzheimer’s patients, suggesting that infection-driven inflammation may speed cognitive decline.

February 17

Inside world's top science society's convention bashing Trump, pushing DEI, pronouns: 'Felt like a funeral'

A major scientific society's conference draw sharp criticism for its progressive messaging and vocal criticism of President Donald Trump.

February 17

Jennifer Welch targets Rubio in rant about how 'brown-skinned' MAGA supporters are White nationalists

Podcast host Jennifer Welch condemned Marco Rubio, of Cuban heritage, of being an example of a Brown person who has joined MAGA's "White nationalist" framework.

February 17

Orphaned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed animal after being abandoned by mother at birth

Baby monkey Punch-kun draws huge crowds to Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan after viral photos show him clutching a stuffed orangutan for comfort.

February 17

Baby monkey carries faithful stuffed companion everywhere he goes, drawing crowds at zoo

Born in July and abandoned soon afterward, Punch-kun now treats a stuffed orangutan like the mother he never had. (Courtesy @20230605x_x via Storyful)

February 17

Urgent warning issued by CDC as chikungunya virus outbreak hits vacation destination

CDC issues level 2 travel warning for Bolivia as chikungunya virus outbreak spreads rapidly in Santa Cruz and Cochabamba departments with rising cases.

February 17

Trump won’t let Dem sewage 'failures' slide as Moore faces heat over infrastructure grade

Raw sewage spill in Potomac River reaches bacteria levels 2,700 times safe limit after pipeline collapse, sparking political battle between Trump and local officials.

February 17

Tourists walk pilgrimage road from Jesus' era for first time in 2,000 years: 'Deeply significant'

Archaeologists unveiled a well-preserved ancient street in Jerusalem, known as the stepped road, that dates back to Jesus' time. It's open for the first time in 2,000 years.

February 16

Largest measles outbreak in recent history reported on southwestern Florida college campus

A historic measles outbreak has hit Ave Maria University in Florida with over 40 infections, marking the largest wave of college campus infections in recent history.

February 15

Obama clarifies alien remarks after saying ‘they’re real’ on podcast interview

Former President Barack Obama clarified remarks after saying aliens “are real," stating he saw no evidence of extraterrestrial contact and rejecting Area 51 conspiracy theories in a podcast interview.