The COVID-19 pandemic brought about changes for humans and animals alike. Research conducted in 2022 found that zoo animals, particularly primates, had to make adjustments to their behaviors as crowds of visitors suddenly disappeared. The study focused on bonobos, chimpanzees, western lowland gorillas, and olive baboons, analyzing how their habits changed in the absence of
In a bold move signaling their intent to compete in 2024, the Atlanta Falcons have signed free agent safety Justin Simmons to a one-year, $8 million contract. This signing comes on the heels of acquiring pass rusher Matthew Judon from the New England Patriots, solidifying key positions on the defense. With Simmons joining fellow Pro
In a recent statement, Walmart’s CEO, Doug McMillon, mentioned that prices of groceries and other items have decreased at their stores. However, he pointed out that inflation has been more persistent in the aisles containing processed foods and dry groceries, such as carbonated soft drinks. Despite Walmart pressuring suppliers to reduce costs, some are still
In the heart of the Mexican jungle, deep within the Yucatán Peninsula, lies the ancient Maya city of Cobá. Recently, archaeologists made a groundbreaking discovery at this historical site – a vast stone slab with a remarkable inscription of 123 glyphs. This sacred slab was found tucked away in what was once the floor of
The recently released A-level results in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland have shown a marginal increase in the number of top grades achieved by students. The percentage of A* grades has risen by 0.4% to 9.3%, while A*-A grades have increased by 0.6% to 27.8%. This trend is a positive development as it indicates a
Amidst the ongoing protests on the Manhattan campus over the war in Gaza, Nemat “Minouche” Shafik, the president of Columbia University, announced her resignation on Wednesday. This decision came after facing criticism and backlash from various parties, including anti-war protesters and House Republicans in Congress. Shafik acknowledged the challenging period during her tenure, stating that
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer recently expressed optimism about the passage of a bipartisan crypto regulation bill before the end of the year. This development has injected fresh hope into an industry that has long been grappling with legislative uncertainties. Schumer’s remarks came during a virtual town hall event aimed at supporting Vice President Kamala
The study conducted by Nicole Wright, PhD, MPH, and colleagues revealed some interesting findings regarding fracture rates among postmenopausal women in the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI). While white women had the highest rates of fractures, other ethnic groups were not far behind. Black, Pacific Islander, Asian, and multiracial women had significantly lower risks for any
China’s latest economic data release has revealed a mixed bag of results for July. While retail sales managed to grow more than expected by 2.7%, industrial production fell short of forecasts with a 5.1% increase. This disparity between the two key sectors of the economy indicates a divergence in consumer demand and manufacturing output, reflecting
The Atlanta Falcons have finally found the pass rusher they have been seeking for years with the acquisition of Matthew Judon from the New England Patriots. The trade involved sending a third-round draft pick to the Patriots in exchange for the top edge rusher. Judon, a four-time Pro Bowler, had an impressive 15.5-sack season in