Welcome to the New Year in Illinois! The state's lawmakers have been busy, passing a bunch of new laws that will affect how we live and work. Let's dive in and see what's changed. First up, there's a big deal with health insurance. The state has banned so-called "junk insurance" plans that don't co
Starlink, a satellite internet service, keeps working even when it's cloudy. Users report steady speeds, with some testing it during thunderstorms and still getting over 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. During light rain and cloudy conditions, performance stays solid, around 200 Mbps. The Star
As 2024 wraps up, it's time to think about your money plans for the new year. Experts say it's crucial to check where you stand financially before setting goals. Ashley Lapato from YNAB suggests changing how you think about money. Instead of seeing it as a chore, imagine how it can improve your futu
As we kick off 2025, the weather is taking a cooler turn. High pressure is moving in, bringing dry and breezy conditions. Expect temperatures to peak in the mid-to-upper 50s today, but don't get too comfortable—it's going to get colder. Overnight, temperatures will drop to the upper 20s to lower 30s
Another year is about to wrap up, and there's no shortage of ways to ring in 2025. "Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin' Eve" on ABC kicks off at 8 PM EST with Ryan Seacrest and a lineup including Alanis Morissette, Rita Ora, and Carrie Underwood. ABC will stream the show on Hulu the next day. Over on CN
UnitedHealth Group is set to break financial records this year, with revenue already reaching over $299 billion by September. The company's CEO, Andrew Witty, has shared this good news with executives, aiming to boost morale after the tragic murder of Brian Thompson, the CEO of their insurance divis
Have you heard that doctors sometimes recommend HPV vaccines to patients who already have HPV-related gynecologic cancers? This practice is quite common, but is it backed by solid evidence? Let's explore what the European Society of Gynecological Oncology (ESGO) has to say about it. Women who devel
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, will be slowly returning to public life after a year-long battle with cancer. But fans might not see her at every event they’re hoping for. A royal expert says her return will be “staggered, ” meaning she’ll miss some events while attending others. This isn’t w
The year 2024 has been tough for some of our favorite celebrities. Health issues don't spare anyone, not even the rich and famous, it seems. Let's look at a few stars who've had to deal with health scares and accidents this year. Princess Kate and King Charles III both had serious medical issues. T
Sure, talking with your family about colon polyps might seem awkward, but it could save a life. Dr. Shukla, a colon and rectal surgeon, wants you to chat about this stuff openly. Start colonoscopies at 45, or earlier if your family's had trouble. Got a polyp? Ask if it's an adenoma and how big. This
