In Bowie, a mother named Anjolene Smack-Whaley has seen a big change in her 24-year-old son. He is on the autism spectrum and used to have trouble controlling his anger and emotions. He would make loud noises, threaten to do things, and even run outside. This was hard for her to handle, especially s
The Epstein case has brought up some big questions about power and justice. Two politicians, one from each side, are pushing hard to make all the files public. They say it's not about politics. It's about doing what's right. Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican, thinks hiding the truth would be a mista
Gaming is not just fun; it can also improve life quality and social connections for people with physical disabilities. But what makes it easy or hard for them to start and keep playing? A recent study looked into this. The study asked 256 gamers with physical disabilities about their experiences. I
Buying a home has been tough lately. Prices keep going up, and so do mortgage rates. But there's some good news. Experts think things might get better by 2030. First, let's talk about what "normal" means. A home is usually considered affordable if it costs about 30% of your income. That's the stand
Dementia is becoming more common, and so is the need for care. But what does good care look like, especially at the end of life? This is a big question. Right now, care often focuses on helping people stay active and independent. This works well in the early stages of dementia. But what about when p
In today's America, being a victim has become a powerful tool. It can justify actions that would otherwise be unacceptable. Take the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Instead of facing criticism, Mangione was turned into a folk hero in a musical c
Taiwan has a new economy minister, and he's no stranger to the tech world. Kung Ming-hsin, who recently served as the cabinet secretary-general, has been tapped to lead the country's economic strategy. Before that, he was on the board of TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker, representing the governme
Eating enough fruits and vegetables is a big deal for staying healthy. But guess what? Most people around the world aren't eating enough of them. So, what can be done to change this? Let's dive in. First, let's talk about what's been tried. A lot of different strategies have been tested to get peop
People with COPD often face many health challenges. One big issue is sitting too much. A recent study looked at how much sitting time could predict early death in these individuals. Researchers checked three different levels of inactivity. They found that sitting for more than 8. 5 hours a day was a
The Fairphone 6 is here, and it's a big step up from its predecessor. It's been two years since the last model, and this one is built to last. The company focuses on making phones that are easy to fix, good for the planet, and support users for a long time. This means some trade-offs, like not havin
