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Quetta earn first win as poor Kingsmen lose again
Quetta Gladiators earned their first win of the Pakistan Super League season by inflicting a second defeat on Hyderabad Kingsmen. Kingsmen, beaten by 69 runs by Lahore Qalandars in their opening game, lost by 40 runs in Lahore as they made a poor attempt at chasing 175. After taking 17 from the first over, Marnus Labuschagne's side managed only 34 from the next eight with only one boundary coming between the end of the second over and the start of the 10th.
Browns NFL Draft Profile: Edge Zion Young, Missouri Tigers
The Cleveland Browns could use some young at DE with Missouri Tigers’ Zion Young fitting that in the 2026 NFL draft
Browns NFL draft: Just draft the best players
Cleveland Browns fans are very focused on the team’s need at OT and WR, but should be thinking best player available
Scientists shocked to find lab gloves may be skewing microplastics data
Scientists may have been unknowingly inflating microplastics pollution estimates, and the surprising source could be their own lab gloves. A University of Michigan study found that common nitrile and latex gloves release tiny particles called stearates, which closely resemble microplastics and can contaminate samples during testing. In some cases, this led to wildly exaggerated results, forcing researchers to track down the unexpected culprit.
Curvaceous Las Vegas-Area Megamansion Built for an NFL Player Lists for $15 Million
The architectural home in the suburb of Henderson, Nevada, has a bridge to get to the front door and a two-story closet
Cleveland Browns news (3/29): Draft season drawing nearer
The latest Cleveland Browns news and notes from around the NFL in the Sunday Dawg Chow.
2026 NFL Offseason: International Player Pathway Program Pro Day
2026 NFL Offseason: International Player Pathway Program Pro Day | @EdEastonJr
Should Louisiana ban prop bets? After a few sports betting scandals, some propose it.
Several recent high-profile NBA, MLB and NCAA sports gambling scandals came to light in which players intentionally underperformed to influence betting odds.
Market Square momentum builds as crews work to push project over goal line before NFL Draft
In the middle of 2010, the owners of Costanzo’s restaurant — then a mainstay in Downtown Pittsburgh — faced a choice: pay their electric...
Former Liverpool star praises departing Mo Salah
Mohamed Salah Influence Shapes Liverpool Under Arne SlotAt Liverpool, individual brilliance often defines eras, and few have left a mark quite like Mohamed Salah. Speaking candidly, Dirk Kuyt reflecte...
Behind the lobster merch, China’s latest tech obsession could be a game changer
At China’s hot new tech events, lobsters are everywhere – lobster balloons, lobster headbands, lobster plushies in claw machines, even live lobsters in an inflatable kiddie pool. But the attendees swarming the meet-ups are not here for the crustaceans – they’re here for the new technology they represent: OpenClaw
Did the Detroit Lions betray their veteran offensive lineman?
The NFL is preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft, and teams have done more than just sign free agents and make trades—they’ve also made difficult roster cuts. The Detroit Lions are among those teams, making several moves that include parting…
China proposes a departure from impact factor to measure academic influence
Green Bay Packers 2026 NFL Draft Preview
The Green Bay Packers failed to meet the high expectations of their fan base in 2025. The addition of star pass rusher Micah Parsons offered zero relief from a tradition of painful playoff losses. The Packers closed out their 2025 season with a crushing loss to their division rival, the Chicago Bears, following a fourth-quarter […] The post Green Bay Packers 2026 NFL Draft Preview appeared first on The Lead.
Internationals: Florian Wirtz shows his class with Germany performance
Internationals Showcase Liverpool Influence as Wirtz and Van Dijk ShineLiverpool’s presence on the international stage continues to underline the club’s global reach, with Internationals providing...
Florida influencer Clavicular arrested on suspicion of battery
A controversial manosphere influencer who goes by the name Clavicular was arrested on suspicion of battery, and no, this had nothing to do with the alligator incident.
Seattle Art Museum considers influences of celebrated Northwest Mystics
The Seattle Art Museum exhibit "Beyond Mysticism" traces the pulsating throughline that connects artists from the midcentury to the city’s contemporary artists.
Photos: Saints, Pelicans, Entergy host STEM Fest 2026
The New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans teamed up with Entergy to host STEM Fest 2026 where students participated in various Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math activities at the New Orleans Saints practice Facilities on March 28, 2026.
Trump's conflicting messages sow confusion over the Iran war
President Donald Trump describes the war with Iran as a success, even as his message about the conflict keeps shifting
‘They feel true’: political deepfakes are growing in influence – even if people know they aren’t real
AI images of people – such as women in military contexts – are making money and serving as propaganda, researchers say
New York Jets Flight Connections 03/28/26
Happy Saturday, Jets fans! Below are your links to kick off this weekend as we keep cruising toward the 2026 NFL Draft. NY Jets – Where Have the Jets Improved their Roster Most this Offseason? Jack Bell – Jets QB Geno Smith: Aaron Glenn is a ‘Special Coach’ Jack Bell – At No. 2 Overall […]
4 weeks in, Trump’s conflicting signals on Iran war frustrate GOP lawmakers and political allies
President Donald Trump’s conflicting signals over the future of the war in Iran have spurred deepening frustration among GOP lawmakers and allies who fear the administration still lacks a clear endgame after four weeks of fighting.
Titans reportedly interested in Big Ten safety
One NFL draft analyst reports the Tennessee Titans have shown strong interest in Nebraska safety DeShon Singleton.
Art Rooney on Rooney Rule: "The environment has changed"
The NFL has found itself in a DEI minefield.
2026 NFL draft preview: Quarterback prospects and the Arizona Cardinals
Jess Root and Seth Cox talk quarterbacks in the NFL draft in their first position preview for the 2026 draft.
Controversial star receiver named Philadelphia Eagles' most overpaid player
Earlier this month, star cornerback Cooper DeJean was named the Philadelphia Eagles’ most underpaid player by Brad Gagnon of Blecher Report. Gagnon recently released a list of every NFL teams’ most overpaid player, and for the Eagles, that distinction went to mercurial star wide receiver A.J. Brown. Brown has eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark in each of his four seasons in Philadelphia, but declining production combined with a huge contract and some distracting behavior has led Brown to being overpaid, at least in the eyes of Gagnon.
EU's Ribera: Antitrust Must 'Stay Strong' Against Politics
European Union antitrust chief Teresa Ribera had a word of caution Friday for competition enforcers who let political considerations influence their enforcement decisions, arguing in Washington, D.C., remarks that enforcement should remain stable against shifting political winds.
How important is QB1 in the NFL Draft?
Is Ty Simpson QB1? Why situation may matter more than rankings in the NFL Draft.
Business Lookahead: Gauging the war's impact
STORY: From a worrying drop in stocks to a surge in energy prices from the war in the Middle East to key data on jobs and trade, these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week. ::Look Ahead::War impactThe first quarter is ending with financial markets at the mercy of geopolitics.The Iran war has wiped roughly $7 trillion off global stocks since it erupted.With oil prices up nearly 70% year to date, suddenly interest rates are heading up, rather than down, and energy-hungry AI does not look like such a slam-dunk anymore.Meanwhile, gold has plunged 16% after being nearly unstoppable since the start of 2025.We’ll see whether markets roll on or rollover as the second quarter begins.::Job growth in focusThe U.S. jobs report for March comes out Friday.It will offer a crucial view into the economy's health as investors gauge fallout from the energy price surge.Monthly payrolls are seen rising by 48,000, according to a Reuters poll. February's surprisingly weak report caught Wall Street off guard, showing nonfarm payrolls fell by 92,000 while the unemployment rate increased to 4.4%.Uncertainty over the Iran war is also clouding the economic forecasts for the Federal Reserve, with Wall Street pulling back on expectations for U.S. interest rate cuts this year as the oil price surge fuels concerns about rising inflation.Other U.S. data in the coming week includes retail sales for February and reports on manufacturing and services activity.::Chip checkSouth Korea releases its trade data for March on Wednesday.It will provide an early indicator of how the global economy is holding up in the face of the war and the resulting shock to energy prices. Korea's export-heavy economy is a bellwether for global trade and one of the first to report data from the previous month.Its manufacturing fortunes are of even greater interest than usual, not just because of its dependence on Middle Eastern energy imports, but also because its world-leading DRAM chips are of critical importance to the AI sector and currently in short supply too. ::Inflation assessmentAnd flash euro zone inflation for March is due on Tuesday. After long hovering around the 2% mark, higher energy prices are now expected to push headline inflation up, as they did in 2022. The question is, how large and sustained any jump in inflation might be.Early data is not painting a pretty picture. Private sector growth in the euro zone slowed sharply in March, with input costs rising to their highest in more than three years and supply chains being significantly disrupted.Money markets are now heavily pricing in a rate hike which was almost unthinkable before the Iran war.
Big tech spends more than ever to shape California politics
Tech giants involved in AI and cryptocurrency spent $39 million last year to influence lawmakers and policy. It’s the start of what could be a spending blitz in the upcoming election.
UConn football hopefuls work out on Husky Pro Day
After recording back-to-back nine-win seasons, UConn has a number of former players vying for a chance at the NFL or other pro leagues. On Tuesday, the players had the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of 27 NFL scouts at UConn’s 2026 Pro Day. The group included the following numbers at each position: QB: […]
Money Matters: Netflix raises rates, American Airlines looking to boost inflight entertainment
Money Matters: Netflix raises rates, American Airlines looking to boost inflight entertainment
This April election could shake up the balance of power in Washington
Virginia's April 21 special election will influence power dynamics in Washington for the rest of President Trump's term.
CPAC draws conservatives to Texas amid Iran war, Republican battle for U.S. Senate nomination
The influential Conservative Political Action Conference, or CPAC, is underway in Grapevine, Texas. While the annual event draws attendees and speakers from all over, a host of Texans — including Gov. Greg Abbott, U.S. Senate hopeful Ken Paxton and state Sen. Bryan Hughes — are scheduled to speak on Friday.
NTT Data CEO on managing business in the Middle East amid on-going conflict
Abhijit Dubey CEO of NTT Data says rising energy prices so far have had little impact on their data center businesses due to the long-term contracts and their ability to pass on costs to customers.
How Iran war impacts support for Trump and US Republicans
A majority of Americans — and even some top MAGA figures — disapprove of the US war against Iran. DW asked Republican voters at the CPAC conference for their thoughts on the conflict and the gasoline crisis it has sparked.
Ability to remain positive during conflict associated with better overall mental health in young children
Staying positive in stressful situations is a sign of resilience in young children — and it protects against mental health problems.An examination of how young children reacted to challenging and stressful situations by the Arizona State University Department of Psychology has found that those who were able to maintain positive emotions during an argument with their parents experienced fewer mental health problems, such as anxiety, depressive symptoms, behavioral outbursts and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder behaviors.
Scientists find gut bacteria inject proteins that control your immune system
Gut bacteria aren’t just passive passengers—they can actively send proteins straight into our cells. Using microscopic injection systems, even harmless microbes can influence immune responses and metabolic pathways. Researchers found these interactions may play a role in inflammatory diseases like Crohn’s. It’s a major shift in how scientists understand the microbiome’s power over human health.
Tech giants are spending more than ever to shape California politics. See how much
Tech giants involved in AI and cryptocurrency spent $39 million last year to influence lawmakers and policy. It's the start of what could be a spending blitz in the upcoming election.
Trump EPA relied on industry science to weaken formaldehyde cancer rules, documents show
Papers reveal how chemical lobby influenced policy, reversing Biden-era limits on a common carcinogen
Fox News Poll: Fans say paywalled sports are out of bounds
A new Fox News Poll finds 72% of sports fans say major sporting events should be required to stay on free broadcast TV, not behind streaming paywalls.
Iran war divides conservatives on and off stage at CPAC
The CPAC conference opened Thursday against the backdrop of a conflict with Iran that is exposing a growing chasm in the GOP.
As Trump feels pressure to end war, allies fear what Iran may do next
Iran has demonstrated it can inflict significant damage on the world’s economy, even while outgunned. That creates a dilemma for President Trump.
5 offensive prospects for Cowboys No. 12 draft pick
If the defensive options are wiped out before the 12th pick in the NFL draft, here are five offensive players the Dallas Cowboys need to consider.
Oil shrugs off Trump’s latest Iran extension; UK consumers feel ‘ripple of fear’ from the conflict
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Chaos erupts at Minneapolis council during debate over global politics
While debating whether to normalize relations with Cuba and urge Europe to stop doing business with Homeland Security, acrimony broke out among council members.
Jordan Love gifts cleats to local youth sports teams
Packers QB Jordan Love met with four local youth sports teams to gift them new cleats ahead of their upcoming seasons as a part of his foundation's '10ve for Cleats' campaign.
Trump admin opens investigations into race in admissions at 3 medical schools
President Donald Trump has been ramping up scrutiny of universities he decries as overrun by liberal influence.
Cardinals Hosting Inaugural Women's Flag Football Championship Presented By Dignity Health
Top West Coast collegiate teams compete for GSAC Title
How Utah State became college basketball's most influential mid-major job for future power conference coaches
Utah State has served as a stopping point for several coaches on their way to jobs in the power conferences
On Trump’s Mind: Iran, Inflation and Sharpies
President Trump waxed on about the virtues of the pen, calling it more economical and a better instrument than the fancier writing tools preferred by his predecessors.
Health influencers talk social media and mental health
In this week's STATus Report, influential health communicators Jessica Knurick, Morgan “Dr. Noc” McSweeney, and Jessica Malaty Rivera chat about the mental health impacts of social media.
Lynn sports management students attend National Football League Combine
Lynn University sports management students attended the Sports Management Worldwide National Football League (NFL) Combine Football Career Conference in…
Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread
Your source for all Chargers and NFL news from around the web.
2026 NFL mock draft: Cowboys don't let this premier edge rusher slip past them
Dallas trades up to No. 6 in our latest mock, plus nine offensive linemen come off the board in Round 1.
Tom Brady says he's asked NFL about potential comeback: 'They don't like that idea very much'
Tom Brady has asked the NFL about its policy of allowing minority owners to return as players, but he has no plans on returning the field, he told CNBC.
U.S. conservative conference aims to rein in Republican infighting ahead of midterms
Some of the biggest MAGA voices have broken with Trump over the Iran conflict as well as his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
Photos: Pro Football Cares Sports Emergency Response Training at Raiders HQ
A Pro Football Cares Sports Emergency Response Training was held at Raiders HQ where athletic trainers and coaches were able to participate in a series of simulations on football equipment removal, cardiac arrest and exertional heat stroke.
Two Argonne scientists elected Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Argonne National Laboratory scientists Brian Toby and Carlos Wagner have been elected AAAS Fellows for advances in crystallography and particle physics, recognizing their influential research, software and instrumentation development, and mentorship.
Steelers 2026 scouting report tracker: Latest on draft prospects
Here is a look at the scouting report tracker for the Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
This Phillies sports fan knows bad. He says fans have little to complain about
The Parx Casino sports gambling influencer is playing the reverse Uno card on curmudgeonly fans upset about paying steep tix prices.
Commanders 'contenders again' in these latest NFL power rankings
In SI's new power rankings, the Commanders are praised for a strong offseason thus far and are labeled "contenders again."
MLB, the NBA, and the battle for second place among American sports leagues
The NFL is king. But baseball's gains of late have changed the terms of its rivalry with the NBA over who is No. 2.
How a Healthy Mind-Set Influences Longevity
A few qualities, including a sense of purpose, seem to have real benefits — especially as you age.
US seeks Hamas ‘political surrender’ in new Gaza plan
Analysts say a new US disarmament proposal exploits the regional war to enforce inequitable plan for Gaza.
Iran Reviews Ceasefire Proposal Amid Conflicting Signals from Washington
Trump described the ongoing U.S. military campaign against Iran as a “military operation” rather than a war.
Wall Street pros are nervous about Iran and warn about complacency
A prolonged conflict could hit growth, lift inflation, and jolt equities.
Trump Tells Aides He Wants Speedy End to Iran War
The president has said that he wants to wrap up the conflict in the coming weeks.
Leon Radvinsky, 43, Dies; Built the Adult-Entertainment Giant OnlyFans
By leveraging social media and the influencer economy, he turned his website into a byword for online pornography in the 21st century.
South Florida car business hit by global conflict after missile damage in Dubai, as shipping disruptions mount
New images out of the region show destruction tied to escalating tensions involving Iran, and for one Miami Lakes-based company, the fallout is both immediate and costly.
"The Hall of Fame Knocks: Class of 2026" nominated for Sports Emmy | Pro Football Hall of Fame
“The Hall of Fame Knocks: Class of 2026” has been nominated in the Outstanding Edited Sports Special category as part of the 2026 Sports Emmy Awards.
ESPN Earns Industry-Leading 63 Sports Emmy® Nominations | The Walt Disney Company
'College GameDay,' 'E60,' 'Monday Night Football,' 'NBA Today,' 'NFL LIVE,' 'The Pat McAfee Show,' and 'SportsCenter' receive multiple nods.
UK bans crypto donations to political parties in bid to curb foreign influence
The move is likely to hurt the hard-right party Reform UK, which accepts crypto and has received large donations from a businessman living abroad.
The Most Overlooked Sign of Chronic Inflammation, Per a Holistic Health Doctor
Dr. Taz Bhatia reveals the physical changes you don't want to ignore and how to treat them.
Means’ surgeon general nomination is stalled as senators question her experience and vaccine stance
Wellness influencer Dr. Casey Means’ nomination to be U.S. surgeon general is stalled a month after senators of both major political parties grilled her on vaccines and other health topics during a tense confirmation hearing, deepening doubts about her ability to secure the votes she needs for the role.
NFL, referees union inch toward showdown as replacement officials loom
The NFL and its referees union are still without a new labor deal ahead of a May deadline, raising the possibility of replacement officials and expanded oversight from the league office.
Tom Brady, Charles Barkley, NFL coverage lead Sports Emmy nominations
The nominations are out for the 47th annual Sports Emmy Awards and Tom Brady is in the mix. Here's a breakdown of who could win awards in 2026.
Americans Broadly Disapprove of U.S. Military Action in Iran
Most Americans say striking Iran was the wrong decision and disapprove of Trump's handling of the conflict, with stark partisan divides.
Jury holds Meta and Google liable for role in young woman's mental health issues
The verdict marks the end of the first-ever jury trial over whether tech giants should be held accountable for social media addiction. It may influence the outcome of 2,000 other pending lawsuits.
Surgeon general nomination is stalled
Wellness influencer Dr. Casey Means' nomination to be U.S. surgeon general is stalled a month after senators of both major political parties grilled her on vaccines and other health topics during a tense confirmation hearing.
'Tush push' safe for 2026 as submitted NFL rule proposals do not include controversial play
This won't end the debate, but the NFL owners will not discuss the play when they meet next week.
NFL news, free agency updates: 'Tush push' is back for the 2026 season, won't go up for vote at owners' meetings
Jaguars President Mark Lamping & Mayor Donna Deegan Unveil Jaguars' New Business Headquarters
Jaguars President Mark Lamping and Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan speak to the media to provide a detailed overview of the Jaguars' new business headquarters. They discuss the vast improvements to the office space as well as the other businesses that wil
New records in Trump documents case raise concerns over business conflict, US lawmaker says
Newly released records in the now-dismissed classified documents case against U.S. President Donald Trump raise fresh concerns over national security risks and potential private business motivations, the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee said.
UK bans crypto donations to political parties in bid to curb foreign influence
Britain is banning political parties from taking cryptocurrency donations in a move the government says will help protect democracy from illicit finance
UCF football adds NFL assistant coach to guide cornerbacks
The Knights hired David Overstreet II to coach their cornerbacks after stints with the Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts.
The right is openly divided over the Iran war as conservatives gather for CPAC
This year, neither Trump nor Vice President JD Vance has been publicly announced as speaking to the gathering. But among those who are slated to speak are big names in the MAGA movement who have voiced conflicting views on the Iran war.
READY, SET, IMPLEMENT! Lifelines in Crisis: Prioritizing Women’s, Children’s, and Adolescents’ Health in Humanitarian, Conflict and Climate-affected Settings
This dialogue is part of PMNCH’s Ready, Set, Influence series, bringing together policymakers, humanitarian leaders, donors, and grassroots experts. The webinar will focus on accelerating the implementation of health commitments within humanitarian affairs, specifically focusing on the need for integrated, rights-based health services that remain resilient in the face of conflict, disaster and climate events.
Jaguars President Mark Lamping on Impact of New Business Headquarters in Downtown Jacksonville
Jaguars President Mark Lamping meets with the media following the grand opening of One Tower Court: The Jaguars' new business headquarters.
Jaguars Cut Ribbon on New Business Headquarters at One Tower Court
Downtown’s Newest Class-A Office Building Also Celebrates Opening for Downtown YMCA Branch, Announces Timucuan Asset Management and Foley & Lardner LLP as Tenants
Glyphosate: A story of science, risk, and nuance
In the summer of 2014, a California groundskeeper named Dewayne Johnson started noticing patches of raw, weeping skin spreading across his body. He had spent years applying Roundup, Monsanto’s glyphosate-based herbicide, for a school district, sometimes drenched in it when equipment malfunctioned. By 2014, he had a diagnosis: non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. In 2018, a jury awarded him $289 million in damages, later reduced on appeal. Tens of thousands of lawsuits followed. The story hasn’t quieted down. It’s all over the internet, swinging between “this will kill you, buy organic” and “relax, you’re fear-mongering.” Some of that recent chatter stems from an Executive Order protecting glyphosate and its production, which set off intense infighting within the MAHA movement. Some of it reflects a deeper truth: Americans genuinely care about harmful chemicals in their environment (see poll below). And the conversation isn’t going anywhere, with a Supreme Court case involving Monsanto set for this April. Glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. But does glyphosate cause cancer? And how much exposure is actually risky? With so much mistrust in institutions and corporations (and some genuine conflicts of interest), making sense of the actual scientific evidence is genuinely hard. Here is a translation of what the scientific evidence actually says. Does glyphosate cause harm? Glyphosate is an herbicide that kills most plants it contacts rather than targeting specific species. It works by blocking an enzyme pathway (EPSPS) that plants and many microorganisms need to produce essential amino acids. Without those amino acids, the plant can’t grow and dies. Glyphosate was first developed by Monsanto in the 1970s and became ubiquitous after the company introduced “Roundup Ready” crops in the 1990s. In 2024, Bayer removed glyphosate from residential Roundup-branded products due to litigation pressure. But today it is still the most widely used herbicide in the world. Farmers also discovered they could spray it directly on crops like oats, lentils, beans, and peas just before harvest to dry them out faster and make harvesting easier. Because of its widespread use, it’s obviously really important to understand if it’s harmful to humans. The key principle: The dose makes the poison The most important concept in toxicology is that “the dose makes the poison.” Sixteenth-century physician Paracelsus articulated what remains the foundational principle of toxicology: sola dosis facit venenum. Water will kill you if you drink enough of it. Aspirin saves lives at 81 milligrams and causes internal bleeding at higher chronic doses. So, at what dose is glyphosate poisonous? The LD50 in rats (the dose that kills half the test animals) is around 5,600 mg/kg body weight. Table salt is roughly 3,000 mg/kg. By that classic measure, glyphosate is less acutely toxic than salt. But some people are exposed to a lot of glyphosate through their work. And among the general public, there are many questions about low-dose, cumulative exposure from multiple sources over long periods. Does glyphosate cause health problems? Cancer Correlation maps are striking, with one analysis finding that 60% of counties that spray the most glyphosate have non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma rates above the national average. But correlation alone doesn’t establish cause, which is why animal and human studies matter. In animals: Rat studies are typically what most fear is rooted in, but most people don’t know the study details on the dosage given to rats. A pooled analysis of the 13 most rigorous rat studies found evidence that very high doses, around 55,000 times greater than typical food residue exposure, can cause certain cancers. In humans: One of the strongest studies followed 55,000 herbicide users over 20 years and found no overall increased cancer risk. There was one signal: among those with the highest use, rates of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) appeared elevated. A broader meta-analysis of 18 human studies also found no overall cancer risk, though a separate meta-analysis focused specifically on non-Hodgkin lymphoma found that people with high cumulative glyphosate exposure faced a 41% higher relative risk compared to those with low or no exposure. These human studies are observational studies (randomized controlled trials would be unethical), and meta-analyses are only as reliable as the studies they pool. But the story seems consistent: at very high exposure levels, there may be some cancer risk. But that’s about as far as the science currently takes us. Emerging research: gut and reproductive health Gut: Because glyphosate targets a pathway that exists in some gut bacteria, scientists have questioned whether it could affect the microbiome. In mice, a 2023 University of Iowa study found that glyphosate altered gut bacterial composition and raised markers of intestinal inflammation. A 2024 systematic review found similar patterns: disrupted gut bacteria and problems with the mucus layer that protects the intestinal wall in mice. Whether this translates to humans is an open question. The human gut is highly variable and resistant, and we don't yet have strong studies confirming the same effects in people. Reproductive health: Animal studies have found that glyphosate-based herbicides can interfere with reproductive hormones, including disrupting egg cell development in mice and reducing the number of eggs available in sheep’s ovaries. However, the doses used in these experiments were high, so it’s not yet clear whether the same effects would occur in humans. On the human side, a 2021 pilot study led by Mount Sinai researchers tested urine samples from pregnant women across the U.S. and found glyphosate in 95% of them. The study also found a possible connection between higher glyphosate exposure during pregnancy and a subtle physical difference measured in female newborns. That said, some connections weren’t statistically reliable and this was a small study. The researchers themselves said more and larger studies are needed before drawing firm conclusions. What do regulators say about glyphosate safety? In 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, classified glyphosate as "probably carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2A). The classification is worth taking seriously. But, there’s an important distinction: IARC classifies hazard, meaning the potential to cause harm under some conditions. It does not assess risk, which accounts for actual exposure levels and the real-world probability of harm. The U.S. EPA, the European Food Safety Authority, Health Canada, and regulatory agencies in Australia and Japan have all concluded that glyphosate is “unlikely to be carcinogenic to humans” at realistic exposure levels. They’re asking a different question: given how much of this people actually encounter, what is the probability of harm? Your actual exposure is what determines your actual risk. What does glyphosate mean for your daily life? At the grocery store: Food residues are small. The EPA’s acceptable daily intake is 1.75 mg/kg of body weight per day. To hit that threshold from oatmeal alone, a 150-pound adult would need to eat roughly 50 pounds of oats every day. But this calculation addresses only one pathway (food), and we don’t yet have robust tools to measure people’s actual total exposure. If reducing exposure matters to you, organic certification prohibits synthetic herbicides, and organic oat products generally test at lower or undetectable levels. Either way, a diet rich in whole grains, conventional or organic, is far better for your health than one that omits them out of fear of residues. On the farm: Occupational exposure is orders of magnitude higher than consumer exposure. Farmers and farm workers who mix, load, and apply glyphosate-based herbicides, especially without protective equipment, face meaningfully different risk profiles. Proper PPE isn’t optional. Integrated weed management strategies that rotate chemical modes of action are also worth taking seriously, both for health and for long-term effectiveness. If you live near a farm: Spray drift is real. Concentrations near field edges can spike during and after application, particularly on windy days. This is an area where I think public health could really step up and empower rural communities with buffer zones, rather than placing the onus on individuals. But for now, knowing your local agricultural calendar and keeping windows closed during application are the first steps. Bottom line Dewayne Johnson was exposed to glyphosate at levels most people will never encounter, and a jury decided he deserved compensation. That outcome is not evidence that the oatmeal in your pantry is dangerous. But it is a reminder that the dose, the context, and the person doing the exposing all matter enormously. Glyphosate is a chemical tool with benefits, trade-offs, and genuine open scientific questions. Learning to hold that complexity without collapsing into panic or dismissal is, honestly, one of the most useful and hardest things to do in navigating modern health science. Love, YLE Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE) is founded and operated by Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, MPH PhD—an epidemiologist, wife, and mom of two little girls. Hannah Totte, MPH, is an epidemiologist and YLE Community Manager. YLE reaches more than 425,000 people in over 132 countries with one goal: “Translate” the ever-evolving public health science so that people will be well-equipped to make evidence-based decisions. This newsletter is free to everyone, thanks to the generous support of fellow YLE community members. To support the effort, subscribe or upgrade below: Subscribe
Black Troops, White Rage, and Political Violence in the Postbellum American South -
By Joshua Byun, Boston College and Hyunku Kwon, University of Chicago How can governments in racially divided societies protect vulnerable populations from political violence after large-scale internal conflict? When the dominant majority is bent on [...]
More money from undisclosed sources is influencing Massachusetts politics
WBUR's Patrick Madden looked into so-called dark money groups and their growing influence in Massachusetts state politics.
This Week in Politics: Developments in the U.S. and Iran War
The U.S. war with Iran rages on and continues to draw mounting public opposition and to induce harsh economic impacts. The conflict has prompted substantial blowback for the Trump administration. A recent poll from Quinnipiac University found that a majority (53%) of U.S. voters disapproved of U.S. military action against Iran, with a larger percentage...
Effectiveness of politicians’ public denials amid corruption accusations examined in new study
A new article investigates how public denials by politicians accused of corruption influence electoral accountability and why positive and negative partisanship shapes voter reactions.