In the world of sugarcane, there's a sneaky bacterium called Xanthomonas albilineans that causes leaf scald disease. It's a tiny troublemaker with a small genome, which might be why it's so good at living inside plants. Scientists recently took a close look at what this bacterium is doing inside sug
In Virginia, the clock is ticking to secure health insurance for the new year. The deadline to enroll in the Virginia Insurance Marketplace is fast approaching. By December 31, people must sign up for health plans that start on January 1. This deadline might be a bit of a hassle, especially with the
In Orange County, health inspectors have been busy. They've shut down several eateries and drink spots for various reasons. Some places had creepy crawlies, while others had sewage issues. Let's dive into what happened. First off, Luxe in Dana Point was closed on December 18th. The reason for the s
Anthony Hopkins, the celebrated actor, found himself in a bit of a pickle recently. He and his wife, Stella, were all set to buy a luxurious mansion in the Hamptons for a cool $7. 5 million. They even put down a hefty down payment of $750, 000. But then, they suddenly backed out, leaving the seller,
Alaska's mental health system is in a state of emergency. The Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) is underfunded and overwhelmed. This leaves many Alaskans in a tough spot. They need mental health treatment but can't get it. Some are stuck in jail. Others are left on the streets. This is not okay. T
Life doesn't always go as planned, and that's okay. Big life events can shake up your retirement plans in a big way. These events can be happy, sad, or just unexpected. They can change when you retire and how you live after you stop working. Some events have a huge impact. Losing a spouse or gettin
The recent release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein has left many people unsatisfied. The files were heavily edited and only a small portion of what was promised was made public. This has angered some Republicans, who feel the release was not transparent enough. The Trump administration clai
As people get older, their bones become weaker. This is especially true for women going through menopause. During this time, women lose a lot of bone mass quickly. After menopause, bone loss slows down but still happens every year. Men also lose bone mass as they age, starting around 50. Weaker bon
In a small town called Westmoreland, Tennessee, a teacher named Glenda Akin has made history. She has been teaching at the same high school for over 60 years! This is not just a long time; it is a Guinness World Record. Akin has spent more than six decades shaping young minds and contributing to her
The Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh face a tough reality when it comes to education. Despite international laws that promise everyone the right to learn, these promises often stay just that—promises. The Rohingyas, who fled violence in Myanmar, find themselves in a tricky situation. Bangladesh has t
