A recent hearing brought attention to the ongoing debate about vaccine policies in the U. S. Senator John Barrasso, a doctor from Wyoming, expressed his concerns about the direction of vaccine policy under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Barrasso pointed out that vaccines have saved millions
Massachusetts has made a bold move by ordering insurance companies to cover vaccines approved by its health department, even if the CDC doesn't fully support them. This decision puts Massachusetts at the forefront of U. S. states, ensuring that residents have access to vaccines that the state deems
Prostate cancer is a big deal for men's health. It's one of the top causes of cancer deaths in men. The usual test, PSA, isn't perfect. It can't always tell the difference between harmless and harmful prostate issues. So, scientists are on the hunt for better ways to detect prostate cancer. They've
Lisbon's Gloria funicular, a beloved city landmark, recently faced a tragic accident. At least 17 people lost their lives, and over 20 were hurt when one of its cars derailed and crashed. This event marks one of the worst transport accidents in the city's history. The Gloria funicular, or "Ascensor
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
Florida is making a big change. It will no longer require kids to get vaccines for common diseases. This includes measles, mumps, chickenpox, polio, and hepatitis. The state's surgeon general, Joseph Ladapo, made this announcement. He compared vaccine mandates to "slavery. " Ladapo is known for dou
A group of top genocide experts has made a bold claim: Israel's actions in Gaza might be genocide. The International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS) voted, and a big majority agreed. They said Israel's moves in Gaza fit the UN's definition of genocide. What's going on in Gaza? The experts p
In early 2025, a big change happened. The rules that stopped immigration enforcement in places like schools and hospitals were canceled. This sparked a lot of debate. So, a survey was done to see what Americans think about this change. Over 3, 500 adults from different backgrounds shared their view
A group of nine former CDC leaders, who served under both Republican and Democratic administrations, have raised serious concerns about the recent actions of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. They believe his decisions are putting public health in jeopardy. The former directors, including Dr.
The sun is a busy place, always throwing things our way. Recently, scientists used a spacecraft called Solar Orbiter to study super-fast electrons that zoom out from the sun. These electrons, called Solar Energetic Electrons (SEEs), travel at nearly the speed of light. The big question was: where do
