Central Texas floods leave at least 135 dead in the deadliest U.S. inland flood in decades

Catastrophic flash floods tore through Central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend, resulting in at least 135 fatalities and leaving dozens more missing in what officials have described as the nation’s deadliest inland flood in nearly half a century.

People & Events 2025.08.21 08:28 Katie Lee

Anti-aging drugs for large dogs move forward with FDA review

LOY-001, a potential lifespan-extending drug for large-breed dogs, received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) acceptance for reasonable expectation of efficacy in November 2023.

Science & Technology 2025.08.19 23:12 Eunseo Kim

Vera C. Rubin Observatory begins a new era of astronomy

In June 2025, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory released its first full-color panoramic view of the night sky, an achievement that astronomers describe as a landmark moment in the study of the universe.

Science & Technology 2025.08.19 16:53 Aiden Park

The Future of Dementia and Parkinson’s Treatment: How AI, Omics, and Bioengineering are Shaping the Next Generation of Neurodegenerative Disease Treatment

In the fight against degenerative brain diseases such as dementia and Parkinson’s disease, advances in artificial intelligence, omics technologies, and bioengineering are opening a channel for a new era of personalized, more effective treatments.

Science & Technology 2025.08.18 23:03 Donggeon Kim

Trump signs executive order to reinstate Presidential Fitness Test for students

On July 31, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order restoring the Presidential Fitness Test, a nationwide physical education program that originated in the 1960s and was discontinued in 2012 during the Obama administration.

People & Events 2025.08.18 10:31 Steven Chanoh Bang

NAFSA projects the US may lose up to 150,000 international students for the upcoming 2026/2027 admission cycle

The United States risks losing up to 150,000 international students this fall, placing nearly $7 billion in tuition and related revenue in jeopardy.

People & Events 2025.08.17 16:31 Choisung Park

Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” captivates global audiences with K-pop and Korean cultural storytelling

Released in June 2025, Netflix’s hit animated musical “KPop Demon Hunters” quickly emerged as a global sensation, captivating audiences with its dynamic K-pop storyline and its authentic portrayal of Korean culture.

Media & Entertainment 2025.08.17 13:24 Kate Kim

Russia’s 8.8 magnitude earthquake triggers pacific-wide tsunami alerts

On July 30th, 2025, one of the most powerful earthquakes in recent history struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, sending shockwaves across the Pacific and triggering tsunami warnings from Japan to Hawai’i.

People & Events 2025.08.16 23:02 Yuna Seung

Tepid consumer spending in China is not the only reason for Apple’s first withdrawal

On 28th, Apple announced that it will close its store in Parkland Mall in Dalian on August 9 at 8 p.m, marking its first retail closure in China ever since entering the market in 2008.

People & Events 2025.08.16 10:52 Minji Lee

NBA expands European footprint amidst robust financial growth

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is significantly deepening its presence in Europe, announcing a multi-year schedule of regular-season games announced through 2028 that showcases the league's global ambitions and leverages its strong recent financial performance.

Sports 2025.08.16 10:32 Jaewon Lee