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Social media research highlights design changes that could reduce compulsive use among teens
Recent court verdicts found major platforms accountable for harms to young users, and researchers identify specific design features — such as infinite scroll and notifications — that they say encourage compulsive use and could be changed for minors.
NASA selects scientists to support lunar South Pole science.
NASA has chosen 10 participating scientists to help plan surface science tasks for astronauts at the Moon's South Pole under the Artemis program, including instrument deployment and sample collection.
Firefighter trading cards are building community connection in Pasadena
Pasadena Fire Rescue has released online trading cards featuring photos and short biographies of volunteer firefighters to help residents become more familiar with the team.
B.C. woman says she was offered MAID in emergency and later climbed a volcano
An 84-year-old B.C. woman says a doctor at Vancouver General Hospital raised medically assisted death (MAID) when she arrived with a fractured sacrum; Vancouver Coastal Health says it is not aware of such a conversation and notes emergency staff are not generally in a position to raise MAID.
AI literacy in Canada is growing through community and library programs
Schools, libraries and organizations across Canada are offering lessons and resources to help people of different ages understand AI; MediaSmarts and the Toronto Public Library are among groups developing programming and materials.
Dumped orchard puppy adopted during antiques deal at a gas station
During an antiques transaction at a gas station, the seller noticed a scared, dumped orchard puppy in the buyer's pickup and chose to adopt the dog, the new owner said he instinctively says yes to dogs.
Nashville Food Project plants food forest at Mill Ridge Park
The Nashville Food Project began planting a food forest of more than 200 fruit trees and berry brambles at Mill Ridge Park in Antioch, expanding its Community Farm that has served the area since 2019.
Laurier students run from Waterloo to Guelph to raise funds for colorectal cancer research
Three Wilfrid Laurier University students are running a 31-kilometre route from Waterloo to Guelph on Friday to raise money and awareness for colorectal cancer; their fundraiser had surpassed its $5,000 goal and exceeded $6,000 at publication.
Crohn's Disease: Dietary fiber choices change by phase.
About 23 grams of fiber daily is reported to reduce Crohn's flare risk by up to 40%, but high-fiber foods can aggravate symptoms during active flares.
Medicaid work requirements may threaten coverage for people with HIV
Federal rules will require some Medicaid expansion enrollees to document work, school, or community service starting next year, and officials have not yet defined which medical conditions qualify for an exemption; advocates warn this gap could affect many people living with HIV.
14-year-old candidate for governor is first teen on Vermont's general election ballot
Dean Roy, a 14-year-old Stowe High freshman who formed the Freedom and Unity Party, qualified to appear on Vermont's general election ballot for governor in November. Vermont's constitution sets no minimum age for the office and requires four years of state residency.
Rare tongue-shaped fungus found in UK for first time
A blue-based earthtongue (Microglossum cyanobasis) was recorded for the first time in the UK at Kingley Vale national nature reserve in West Sussex; it is only the second such record in Europe and is seen as an indicator of high-quality habitat.
Lotto Max $15 million win sends Edmonton man to visit his mom overseas
Tae Seong Lee of Edmonton won $15 million in the Oct. 7, 2025 Lotto Max draw and said his first priority is visiting his mother in Korea after years apart.
ATI-2138 data presented at 2026 AAD Annual Meeting suggest therapeutic potential
Aclaris reported Phase 2a results for ATI-2138 at the 2026 American Academy of Dermatology meeting, stating the 10 mg twice-daily, 12-week regimen was well tolerated and produced a 77% improvement in EASI at week 12.
IXPE Provides a Fresh Look at Supernova RCW 86.
NASA's IXPE observed the supernova RCW 86 and released a composite image on March 24, 2026 that combines IXPE data with legacy X-ray observations from Chandra and XMM-Newton.
FDA approves gene therapy for severe leukocyte adhesion deficiency‑I
The FDA granted accelerated approval to Kresladi, a one‑time gene therapy for severe leukocyte adhesion deficiency‑I, based on phase 1‑2 trial results showing sustained immune reconstitution in treated children. The trial was led by Dr. Donald Kohn at UCLA and sponsored by Rocket Pharmaceuticals.
Metformin affects the brain and helps regulate blood sugar, study finds
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine report that metformin engages a brain pathway involving the Rap1 protein in the ventromedial hypothalamus, and mice lacking Rap1 in that area did not show blood sugar improvement from low-dose metformin.
Pistons' defense fuels resurgence, recalling the franchise's past
Detroit's Pistons have risen into Eastern Conference contention this season, breaking the Lakers' nine-game win streak with a 113-110 victory while ranking second in the league in defensive rating.
ARMRA colostrum: why some team members used this colostrum powder
Several members of the Post's commerce team tried ARMRA bovine colostrum and reported changes such as reduced bloating, altered energy levels, and some hair or skin improvements; the brand highlights a cold‑chain pasteurization process, third‑party testing, and specific sourcing claims.
Russian megaconstellation launches as Isar prepares a second flight.
A Soyuz launch placed 16 Rassvet satellites into low orbit for Bureau 1440, and Isar Aerospace aborted a Spectrum test launch from Norway after an unauthorized boat entered the hazard area.
Viking Therapeutics completes patient enrolment in VANQUISH-2 trial
Viking Therapeutics has completed enrolment in its Phase III VANQUISH-2 trial of subcutaneous VK2735, enrolling about 1,000 adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity; the 78-week, randomised study will compare three dose levels with placebo and uses percent change in body weight at 78 weeks as the primary endpoint.
FDA clears Philips' AI assistance software for mitral valve repair.
The US Food and Drug Administration has cleared Philips' DeviceGuide, an AI-based software that provides real-time visual assistance during mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair. The tool was developed with Edwards Lifesciences, is intended for use with the Edwards PASCAL Ace device, and Philips has not announced a market release date.
Savannah Guthrie to return to Today on April 6
NBC announced Savannah Guthrie will return to Today on Monday, April 6 after stepping away when her mother went missing on Feb. 1.
Lionel Richie explains why he goes the extra mile to connect with fans
Lionel Richie says he makes a point of greeting fans and staff, and he told Joel Madden on the 'Artist Friendly' podcast that liking people is essential to lasting fame.
Dayton region art exhibits will be open throughout April
Several free art exhibitions across the Dayton region will be open through April, with shows at the University of Dayton's Index Gallery, the Dayton Art Institute, the Edward A. Dixon Gallery, the Dayton Society of Artists, and a Stivers School photography fundraiser.
People with Alzheimer's gene may have lower dementia risk with higher meat intake
A Swedish observational study of 2,157 adults found that carriers of APOE 3/4 or 4/4 who ate more meat had slower cognitive decline and a lower reported risk of dementia; the study was observational and does not establish causation.
MIND diet may slow brain ageing
The MIND diet blends Mediterranean and DASH approaches and is presented as a pattern aimed at slowing brain ageing; reporting cited about a 53% lower dementia risk among strongest adherents and about a 35% lower risk among moderate adherents.
Colorectal cancer: a commercial led to an early diagnosis for one woman
A recurring commercial prompted 45-year-old Haleema Burton to request a colonoscopy; doctors found and removed stage I colorectal cancer during that procedure.
AstraZeneca says tozorakimab reduces COPD flare-ups in late-stage trials
AstraZeneca reported that its experimental antibody tozorakimab reduced annualised rates of moderate-to-severe COPD flare-ups versus placebo in two late-stage trials, and said detailed trial data will be presented at a medical conference.
Kiwanis Club baseball clinic teaches lessons beyond the field
On March 7 the Kiwanis Club of Palm Springs held its 12th annual “Tony Lopes” Youth Baseball Clinic, where former Los Angeles Dodgers players and local volunteers coached youth in baseball fundamentals and life skills.