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Environmental harms and health risks from Iran war could persist for decades
Oil depots spewing black smoke. Debris sinking in the Persian Gulf. Missiles pounding military sites. The Iran war has unleashed a toxic mix of chemicals, heavy metals and other pollutants that threaten everything from agriculture to drinking water to people’s health — and will leave behind environmental damage and health risks that could persist for decades, experts said. “All the…
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What you do in midlife could reveal how long you’ll live
By the time animals reach midlife, their everyday habits can offer clues about how long they are likely to live. This conclusion comes from a new study supported by the Knight Initiative for Brain Resilience at Stanford’s Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute. Researchers continuously monitored dozens of short-lived fish throughout their lives to better understand how behavior connects to aging. Even…
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Paramount Plus April 2026 Movies, TV Shows, and Sports
Paramount has announced the lineup of movies, TV shows, and live sports coming to Paramount+ in April. The Paramount Plus April 2026 schedule includes high‑stakes competition and must‑watch moments across sports, documentaries, and exclusive films. The Octagon heats up with UFC 327: Procházka vs. Ulberg (April 11) and UFC Fight Night: Sterling vs. Zalal (April 25), while the world’s top…
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Iran and US appear at an impasse as each side hardens its position
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran and the United States appeared at an impasse Thursday, with each side hardening its position over talks and setting the stage for another potential escalation in the Middle East war. Thousands more U.S. troops neared the region, while Tehran tightened its grip on the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Sirens over Israel warned of…
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PM Modi to review preparedness amid Middle East tensions, meet CMs
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with the chief ministers of all states on Friday, March 27, barring those which are going to polls, and review their preparedness and plans in the wake of the West Asia conflict, sources said. The initiative is aimed at ensuring synergy of efforts in the spirit of ‘Team India’, the sources said.…
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Trump warns Iran to accept defeat “before it is too late” as Israel says key commander killed
6m ago UAE says 15 Iranian missiles and 11 drones “dealt with” today, as country’s death toll from war hits 10 The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defense said it had intercepted 15 Iranian missiles and 11 attack drones on Thursday. One of the interceptions killed two civilians, bringing the overall death toll in the UAE since the U.S.…
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Iran raises stakes of possible ceasefire talks ahead of UN Security Council vote on Strait of Hormuz
Coverage for this event has ended. 3 hours ago Pinned Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Navy leader targeted in strike: senior Israeli official Alireza Tangsiri, who helmed Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Navy, was targeted in an attack overnight, a senior Israeli official indicated to Fox News, noting that the strike was executed based on American and Israeli intelligence. “The head of Iran’s Revolutionary…
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UPFs before conception may shape fertility and embryo growth
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Could your diet before conception shape fertility and early development? New research reveals sex-specific links between ultraprocessed foods, reduced fertility in men, and subtle changes in early embryonic growth. Study: Periconceptional ultra-processed food consumption in women…
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The global burden of hypertension preventable by urban greenness
Mills, K. T. et al. Global disparities of hypertension prevalence and control: a systematic analysis of population-based studies from 90 countries. Circulation 134, 441–450 (2016). Article PubMed PubMed Central Google Scholar Vaduganathan, M., Mensah, G. A., Turco, J. V., Fuster, V. & Roth, G. A. The global burden of cardiovascular diseases and risk: a compass for future health. J. Am.…
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10 Forgotten War Movies That Are Still Masterpieces Today
Some of the biggest blockbusters and most beloved classics are war movies. It’s a genre that always seems to fascinate people, for understandable reasons. However, there are also plenty of great war films that are not as famous or successful, but which are certainly still worth checking out. The titles on this list look at war from unusual angles: through…
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