Studies following millions of people reveal that higher fruit and vegetable consumption is linked with significantly lower risks of chronic disease and early death. Evidence points to the biggest gains appearing at seven to ten portions daily, with diverse, colorful diets offering even greater benefits. Credit: Shutterstock Five-a-day was never meant as an ideal, and…
During the Cold War, the US and Soviet Union were locked in a desperate race to develop cutting‑edge technologies like long-range missiles and satellites. Fast forward to today and the frontiers of global technology have pivoted to AI and next‑generation energy. In one domain, AI, the US has far outpaced any other nation – though…
One major consequence of the UK government’s resistance to rejoining the European single market is that it is forced to go around the world seeking trade deals and investment. Recently, the government has boasted of successful arrangements with India and the US and of some new agreements with the EU. But it has also found…
Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently boarded one of the UK’s four nuclear-armed submarines for a photo call as part of his attempts to demonstrate the UK’s defense capabilities as tensions with Russia continue. However, Starmer faces a problem. The submarine and the rest of the UK’s nuclear fleet is heavily reliant on the US as…
Every year, China’s minister of foreign affairs embarks on what has now become a customary odyssey across Africa. The tradition began in the late 1980s and sees Beijing’s top diplomat visit several African nations to reaffirm ties. The most recent visit, by Foreign Minister Wang Yi, took place in mid-January 2025 and included stops in…
These drugs are also not a one-stop solution for better health, as healthy eating and regular exercise are also key to losing weight. But current weight loss interventions based on lifestyle changes largely fail to meet the needs of Black women. MORE: Light lamps can help combat the winter blues, but choosing an effective one can…
Because there are typically no symptoms until the first fracture occurs, osteoporosis is considered a silent disease. Some call it a silent killer. Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by decreased bone density and strength, leading to fragile, brittle bones that increase the risk of fractures, especially in the spine, hips and wrists. MORE: Nearly…