Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who heads the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under the current administration, advised Congress on Wednesday that individuals “should not seek medical guidance” from him. These remarks occurred on May 14 during a House Appropriations Committee meeting, where the committee examined the administration’s proposal, which was unveiled on May […]
President Trump on Wednesday announced a $200 billion agreement between Qatar Airways and Boeing, providing a boost to the struggling American aerospace company and highlighting his administration’s diplomatic approach. The agreement, formalized in Doha during the President’s visit, involves Qatar Airways, which is state-owned, purchasing 160 Boeing airplanes. “It’s over $200 billion, but 160 in […]
Freezing my eggs in 2014 felt like a progressive and empowering decision, a technological safeguard for future motherhood. However, I didn’t foresee the emotional challenges I’d face a decade later, as this scientific intervention became a personal reflection on time, money, and unrealized aspirations. I always envisioned having children. I loved my younger cousins, often […]
Apple users who have used Siri on devices like Macbooks, iPhones, and Apple TVs might be able to file a claim as part of a $95 million class-action settlement related to the voice assistant. The settlement stems from a 2021 lawsuit by Fumiko Lopez of California, alleging that Apple, through Siri, illegally recorded private communications […]
Interruptions are a major communication faux pas, though they don’t always arise for the same reasons. It’s possible that someone is interrupting due to neurodivergence and finds it “difficult to focus without speaking,” according to Jefferson Fisher, a Texas-based lawyer and author. In that case, allow them to speak, as they likely don’t intend to […]
Mark Zuckerberg recently shared his thoughts on AI’s potential to address social isolation. In a conversation with podcaster Dwarkesh Patel, he highlighted that the “average American has fewer than three friends.” He suggested that AI, rather than traditional approaches like community centers or mental health support, could be the answer. He imagines AI friends, companions, […]
President Trump’s recent trip to the Middle East involved brokering the sale of a significant number of AI chips made in the U.S. to companies in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, marking a notable change in U.S. policy regarding advanced AI technology. The previous approach was to restrict access to these powerful chips, particularly to […]
President Trump is standing by his controversial plan to accept a luxury Boeing jet from Qatar. He argues that the “free” gift would save the U.S. money, which could then be used to “Make America Great Again.” In a Truth Social post on Tuesday, May 13, Trump stated that the Boeing 747 is a gift […]
With the U.S. and China in trade negotiations, President Trump has reduced tariffs on low-value “de minimis” packages, impacting online retailers like Shein and Temu.
CNN anchor Sara Sidner shared at the TIME100 Health Impact Dinner that she underwent 16 chemotherapy rounds while continuing to work after her stage III breast cancer diagnosis in 2023, a statement met with enthusiastic applause. Sidner emphasized the ability to maintain one’s life during cancer treatment, expressing gratitude to nurses, doctors, researchers, and drug […]
Congressional Democrats are seizing on President Trump’s plan to receive a $400 million luxury aircraft from Qatar, viewing it as both a potential breach of the Constitution and a powerful issue to win over disillusioned voters. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is spearheading the effort, announcing a hold on all Justice Department nominees awaiting Senate […]
` tags. Ovarian cysts are quite common; these small, fluid-filled sacs develop on or within the ovaries and are generally not harmful. Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, an ob-gyn at Yale Medicine, explains that the ovulation process itself—where an egg matures and is released—creates a small cyst. This cyst then ruptures when the egg is released […]
Shari Leid, as a teenager heading to college, proudly chose “whatever“—a shortened version of a frequently used word—for her Mazda 323 hatchback’s vanity plate. Now, decades later, she sees how dismissive it is to end a conversation with such a casually snide remark. She believes it’s the one word that can destroy even the strongest […]
Nearly 30 years after Lyle and Erik Menendez were found guilty of murdering their parents in their Beverly Hills home, the brothers—whose case has recently resurfaced in the public eye—may be getting closer to being released. This week, they are scheduled to appear in a Los Angeles courtroom via video conference as their lawyers argue […]
Nobody wants to be known as the person who constantly coughs. It’s not only irritating for your throat, but it also attracts glares from people in elevators, trains, and restaurants—particularly during cold and flu season. Why do some coughs linger for so long? A lung specialist and an ear, nose, and throat doctor explain what […]
TIME has launched TIME Longevity, a new editorial platform focused on the increasing lifespans of people and the implications for individuals, institutions, and society’s future. The announcement precedes the TIME100 Impact Dinner: Leaders Shaping the Future of Health in New York City, which will honor members of the 2025 TIME100 Health list, recognizing their contributions […]
` tags. As graduation season kicks off nationwide, graduates (and their parents) are contemplating their next steps. This year’s graduates are entering a particularly tough job market, perhaps the most challenging since the COVID-19 pandemic. The presence of former federal employees also seeking new roles intensifies the competition for these graduates. What determines whether a […]
Erin Massey, a biotech scientist, has recently found herself with a second job: persuading her insurance provider, Cigna, to cover a necessary insomnia medication. Previously, Premera, her insurer through a different employer, covered the drug. Despite her doctor’s repeated confirmation of its medical necessity through numerous forms, Cigna has consistently denied coverage for Quviviq, she […]
President Donald Trump received a grand welcome from Saudi Arabia during his first major international trip since returning to office. Saudi fighter jets escorted Air Force One as it entered the kingdom’s airspace. Upon arrival at the Royal Terminal at King Khalid International Airport, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman greeted Trump on a red carpet. […]
` tags. “`xml The reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics’ playoff hopes were already precarious when, in the final minutes of Game 4 in New York, lost possession of the ball. Boston, the 2024 titleholder, was down 111-104, after having led by as much as 14 points earlier in the third. However, the situation was about […]