Cassidy Got Pledges From RFK Jr. on Vaccines. They Haven’t Stuck.

Stephen Anderson, a prominent linguist known for his work in the field of language, has passed away at the age of 82. He gained recognition for his book 'Doctor Dolittle’s Delusion,' in which he argued that language is a biological system unique to humans, challenging the belief that it extends to other animals. His contributions to linguistics have sparked significant discussions about the nature of language.

This weekend, the orbits of Earth and Saturn will align, creating an optical illusion that will render Saturn's rings nearly invisible to observers on Earth. This phenomenon can be best viewed with a good telescope and clear skies. The rings, previously observed by the Cassini spacecraft, will appear to vanish from sight on Sunday.

ByHeart has confirmed the presence of botulism bacteria in its infant formula, which has been linked to a series of illnesses among infants that resulted in hospitalizations. The company has recently recalled the affected baby formula to address the health concerns.

Scientists have discovered that kissing has existed for at least 16 million years, with orangutans being one of the species studied. This finding suggests that the behavior of locking lips is not unique to humans, indicating a deeper evolutionary connection among species.

NASA has released images of Comet 3I/ATLAS as it passed by Mars, following the reopening of the government. The images were captured by a fleet of government spacecraft, showcasing an object that originated from beyond our solar system.

This year's flu season in the U.S. is showing early signs of severity, with the H3N2 virus spreading more rapidly and earlier than usual. Cases of this dominant strain are rising in 39 states, and it is known to cause more severe symptoms compared to last year's prevalent H1N1 virus.

The U.S. is at risk of losing its measles elimination status, following Canada’s recent loss of the same status. This decline is attributed to the anti-vaccination movement, which has gained momentum with the involvement of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This situation highlights a concerning trend in public health and vaccination rates.