There's a tricky protein called transthyretin (TTR) that can cause big problems. When it misbehaves, it can lead to a disease called ATTR amyloidosis. This disease can hurt many parts of the body, especially the heart and nerves. The problem starts when TTR changes shape and clumps together, forming
Moriah Plath, a well-known figure from the reality TV series Welcome To Plathville, has taken a bold step in her journey with alopecia. Alopecia is a condition where the immune system attacks hair follicles, leading to hair loss. Moriah has been open about her struggles with this disease, which star
Torri Huske, the Olympic gold medalist, has a unique cultural background that she cherishes. Her heritage is a mix of European and Chinese roots, thanks to her parents. Her father, Jim Huske, is a white American, while her mother, Ying Weng Huske, is from Guangzhou, China, and moved to the U. S. in
A huge fight is happening between two gaming giants. Sony is suing Tencent for copying its popular game, Horizon Zero Dawn. Tencent's new game, Light of Motiram, looks very similar to Horizon. The lawsuit says Tencent's game copies key parts of Horizon, like the machines and the main character's loo
The gymnastics world was left in shock after a promising athlete faced a severe accident during a routine at the World University Games. Lorenzo Bonicelli, who had previously secured a top spot at the 2025 World Cup, suffered a devastating fall during his rings performance. The incident occurred dur
Ichiro Suzuki, a baseball legend, shared a lighthearted moment during his Hall of Fame induction speech. He playfully joked about the Miami Marlins, the team that signed him in 2015. Ichiro admitted he had never heard of the Marlins before they offered him a contract, which brought laughter from the
Marcus Morris Sr. has been a familiar face in the NBA for over a decade, known for his grit and shooting skills. In the 2023-24 season, he played for three different teams: the LA Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Cleveland Cavaliers, showing his versatility and adaptability. Despite being traded to
Long Island now has a unique place for people with Alzheimer's and their families. The Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center in Amityville is the first of its kind. It helps families learn to care for their loved ones with dementia. The center also has fun activities for patients, like kara
Jamie Lee Curtis, the acclaimed actress, has been quietly preparing for her exit from Hollywood. This decision comes after observing the industry's treatment of older actors, particularly women. She witnessed her parents, Janet Leigh and Tony Curtis, face rejection as they aged, which left a lasting
In East Chicago, a street now carries the names of Jesse and Rosemarie Gomez, two influential figures in local politics. Jesse made history as the first Hispanic elected official in Indiana, while Rosemarie became the first Hispanic woman on the East Chicago City Council after her husband's passing.
