The Greenest Cooking Oils
If you’re trying to cook more sustainably, your choice of oil might could have a bigger impact than you think. A 2022 research study ranked canola and sunflower oil as the most climate-friendly options. But it’s not just about the type of oil—it’s also about where the crops are grown, per The New York Times. …
Broadway Is Booming, But Can It Keep the Spotlight?
While movie theaters are still trying to lure back post-pandemic audiences, Broadway is having a record-breaking moment. According to The Guardian, the 2024–2025 season has already grossed $1.85 billion, making it the highest-grossing Broadway season of all time. That beats the previous pre-pandemic record of $1.8 billion set during the 2018–2019 season. “There is so …
Don’t Sleep on the Air Quality Index
No one enjoys spending time outside when the air is thick with pollution. From hazy cityscapes to wildfire smoke drifting across states, poor air quality is now a public health concern that affects almost half of Americans, according to NBC News. And for some, the risks are especially serious. Pregnant women, kids under five, and …
Protein Myths, Debunked
If your social media feeds are full of fitness influencers chugging protein shakes and insisting you need a gram of protein per pound of body weight to build muscle—take a breath. Leading health experts say much of this advice ranges from exaggerated to flat-out misleading. “It’s baloney,” said Stuart Phillips, a professor of kinesiology at …
The ‘Enhanced Games’ Are Breaking All the Rules
A controversial new sporting event is set to launch next May in Las Vegas—and it’s turning the traditional idea of athletic competition on its head. Dubbed the “Enhanced Games,” the event will allow athletes to openly use performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), challenging decades of anti-doping policies that have defined elite sports like the Olympics, according to …
Glacier Collapse Buries Part of Swiss Village
A remote village in the Swiss Alps nearly vanished this week after a massive chunk of mountainside gave way, triggering a glacier shift that buried much of the area under ice and debris, according to NPR. Swiss authorities evacuated roughly 300 residents from the village of Blatten, located in southern Switzerland’s Lötschental valley, just in …
2028 Summer Olympics Could Debut Flying Taxis
The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles could mark the first time in history that electric air taxis are part of the official transportation plan. Organizers say it’s a move that could change how people get around L.A.—not just during the Games, but long after. San José–based startup Archer Aviation is leading the charge. According …
Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ to be First Feature Shot Fully in IMAX
Christopher Nolan is pushing the boundaries of film—again. The Oscar-winning director of “Oppenheimer” is set to become the first filmmaker to shoot an entire feature using IMAX cameras, according to The Hollywood Reporter. It’s a bold move that could transform how audiences watch and experience blockbuster films. Directors have traditionally used IMAX cameras only for …
Astronomers Spot Mysterious New Planet-Like Object Beyond Pluto
A new discovery at the edge of our solar system is turning heads in the astronomy world—and could reshape how we think about the outer reaches of space. Astronomers have identified a distant object known as 2017 OF201, a minor planet located beyond Pluto, according to Gizmodo. Measuring between 290 and 510 miles in diameter, …
Airbnb Unveils New Experience Categories
Airbnb is expanding beyond vacation rentals. The company just launched a major app overhaul that lets users book services like massages, personal training sessions, hair styling, private chefs, and even spa treatments—no overnight stays required. According to The Verge, the redesigned app now features 10 new service categories. Think of it as your go-to concierge, …