Year: 2025

Aug
04
2025
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By Lily Chang
New research reveals clues about memory from the brains of 'SuperAgers'

Study sheds light on memory from the brains of ‘SuperAgers’

Health
An extraordinary group of older adults is challenging conventional understanding of cognitive decline, maintaining mental sharpness comparable to people decades younger. These individuals, known as SuperAgers, demonstrate that memory loss and reduced mental capacity aren't inevitable consequences of aging.Northwestern University's SuperAging Research Program has studied these exceptional seniors for over two decades, revealing fascinating patterns about brain health in later life. The program defines SuperAgers as individuals over 80 who perform as well on memory tests as healthy adults in their 50s or 60s. Their research suggests that maintaining youthful cognitive abilities involves a combination of biological advantages and lifestyle…
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Aug
04
2025
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By Lily Chang
The Giving Pledge was meant to turbocharge philanthropy. Few billionaires got on board.

Why the world’s billionaires resisted The Giving Pledge’s philanthropy push

Investments and Business
When Warren Buffett and Bill Gates initiated the Giving Pledge in 2010, they aimed to create a movement that would reshape philanthropy among the richest people in the world. The project encouraged billionaires to make a public promise to allocate most of their fortunes to charity, either while they are alive or as part of their will. Now, over ten years on, the outcomes show a more intricate picture regarding the distribution of wealth within the international elite.The Giving Pledge boasts a total of 241 signers from 28 different countries, representing only a small segment of the about 2,600 billionaires…
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Aug
04
2025
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By Lily Chang
Project Runway Is Back—Can It Finally Produce a New Fashion Star?

Project Runway Is Back—Could It Uncover the Next Fashion Sensation?

Fashion and Trends
The iconic fashion competition series makes its anticipated return to television screens, bringing with it familiar challenges and high-stakes creative tests for aspiring designers. As the show prepares to launch its newest season, industry observers are questioning whether the revived format can produce the next generation of influential fashion voices in an increasingly crowded reality television landscape.Project Runway originally revolutionized fashion television by offering viewers an authentic look at the creative process behind clothing design. The show's earlier seasons launched several notable careers, with past winners and contestants going on to establish successful labels, dress celebrities, and show at major…
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Aug
04
2025
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By Lily Chang
Crocs US sales tumble as shoppers choose trainers

Crocs US market sales slip as buyers choose trainers

Economy
The American footwear market has seen a notable change in consumer preferences, with recent sales data revealing a significant drop in purchases of Crocs' signature foam clogs. This downturn comes as more shoppers opt for traditional sneakers and performance-oriented athletic shoes, marking a shift from the pandemic-era boom that made the comfortable, ventilated shoes wildly popular.Market analysts point to several factors behind this sales slump. The return to office work and social activities has many consumers choosing more conventional footwear options. Additionally, the current fashion cycle has moved toward sleek, minimalist sneaker designs rather than the chunky, utilitarian look that…
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