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Jan 25 2025POLITICS

Mayor's Late Fundraising Report Raises Eyebrows

Recently, Mayor Brandon Johnson's campaign finance report revealed over $200, 000 in previously unreported funds. This comes after his spokesperson, Christian Perry, told Politico in early January that the mayor actually raised around $200, 000, despite an earlier report showing only $970 for the la

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

Parental Well-being and Child Safety During COVID-19: What Sample Choices Reveal

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot has been said about how parents are handling the extra stress. Most of this information comes from studies that don't represent everyone. The way studies pick their participants, or sampling, plays a big role in what they find, yet this isn't often talked about.

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Jan 24 2025SCIENCE

Plastic in Our Blood: Can We Trust Py-GC-MS?

You might be surprised to learn that tiny bits of plastic are making their way into our bodies. Scientists are trying to figure out what happens to these micro- and nano-sized plastics (MNPs) once they're inside us. One tool they've been using is something called pyrolysis-gas chromatography-mass sp

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Jan 24 2025POLITICS

Vice Presidents After Loss: New Paths or New Starts?

U. S. vice presidents, known for their secondary roles and occasionally humorous moments, face unique challenges. When they lose a presidential run, their future careers aren’t always clear. Dan Quayle’s spelling mishaps, Dick Cheney’s hunting accident, and Mike Pence’s fly-in-the-debate encounter a

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Jan 24 2025SPORTS

Will Eagles and Chiefs Repeat Their Playoff Success?

The NFL Conference Championship games are just around the corner, and fans are eager to see who will advance to the Super Bowl. This week, the Philadelphia Eagles face the Washington Commanders, and the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Buffalo Bills. The staff at Bleeding Green Nation has made their p

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Jan 24 2025RELIGION

Riveras Face Heat for Ignoring Camp Abuse

Mariano Rivera, the renowned Yankees pitcher, and his wife Clara are embroiled in a legal battle. The couple is accused of not protecting a young girl who was sexually abused at a church camp in Florida in 2018. The girl was around 10 or 11 years old at the time. Clara, who is a pastor, promised to

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Jan 24 2025SCIENCE

Detecting T. gondii Fast: A New Way with Strips

Meet Toxoplasma gondii, a tiny critter causing big problems. It infects both animals and humans, with cats being its main spreaders. When cats leave oocysts in their poop, it contaminates our surroundings. We eat, drink, or touch these contaminated things and bam! Toxoplasmosis. Scientists have dev

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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

Living with Diabetes: Life After Lower Limb Amputation in Ghana

In Ghana, diabetes can lead to serious problems like lower limb amputations if not managed well. People often struggle with managing diabetes due to limited access to proper care, low awareness about the disease, and a strong belief in religious and traditional medicine. When amputations happen, lif

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Jan 22 2025SPORTS

Predicting the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open: Who's in the Lead?

Get ready for the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open at the famous Torrey Pines Golf Course! This year's event promises excitement with top players like Hideki Matsuyama and Ludvig Aberg in the mix. Matsuyama, fresh off a win at The Sentry, is a strong contender. But oddsmakers also favor newcomer Aberg, w

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Jan 21 2025SPORTS

The Buckeyes' Big Comeback: A Championship Won by Many

It was do or die for Ohio State. The Buckeyes had to win the national championship or face a season full of doubts. The game was tough, with Notre Dame fighting back, but the Buckeyes had their secret weapon: freshman sensation Jeremiah Smith. He caught a deep pass that sealed the game, giving Ohio

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