Amid a whirlwind saga of trades, Maurice Harkless had a brief theoretical stint with the Heat last year. He never technically joined Miami’s roster from the Trail Blazers, getting re-routed…
Gut microbiota forms a molecule that can contribute to diabetes progression
It is the bacterial changes in the gut that increase the levels of imidazole propionate, the molecule that makes the body's cells resistant to insulin in type 2 diabetes. This…
Dial back’ or ’emergency brake?’ New lockdowns and the U.S. economy
The surge in new COVID-19 infections is driving a fresh wave of restrictions in cities and counties across the United States. California’s “emergency brake,” Oregon’s “freeze,” Philadelphia’s “safer at home”…
More image and video takedowns might be coming to Facebook and Instagram
More copyright takedown requests might be coming to Facebook and Instagram. The company announced today that it’s going to allow all page admins around the world to submit images and…
It’s A Real-Life Pikachu: Australian Veterinary Clinic Rescues A Golden Possum
An Australian veterinary clinic rescued a golden possum. They named him Pikachu. The baby orphan possum was brought to Boronia Veterinary Clinic And Animal Hospital in Melbourne. People immediately pointed…
Report: Raptors re-signing Fred VanVleet (four years, $85M)
The Raptors love Fred VanVleet. How much? Enough to complicate their Giannis Antetokounmpo pursuit. Shams Charania of The Athletic: If VanVleet’s contract contains the largest possible dip for next offseason…
U.S. leads wealthy nations in pregnancy-related deaths
American women are far more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than women in other wealthy countries—and a national shortage of maternity care providers bodes ill for the future. Those…
White House’s Kudlow says he does not think U.S. economy is slowing down
The U.S. economy does not appear to be slowing down and a targeted coronavirus relief package is all that is warranted, White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow told Fox News…
The $35,000 Tesla Model 3 is dead again
The saga of the $35,000 Tesla Model 3 has, once again, taken a dark turn. According to Electrek, the automaker will no longer be offering the cheapest version of its…
Man Chases Alligator Under Water, Pries Open The Gator’s Mouth To Save His Puppy
A man in Florida saved his dog from the jaws of an alligator and it was all captured on video by a nearby wildlife camera. Richard Wilbanks didn't think twice…