Colombia's wetlands, or ciénagas, are vital for both nature and people. They help control water levels, support wildlife, and provide a living for many fishermen. However, these wetlands often lack clear boundaries. This makes it hard to protect them and can lead to conflicts over land. The Colombi
Colorado is making a bold move. It's choosing to stick with its own vaccine rules instead of following new federal guidelines. This decision comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated their childhood immunization schedule. The CDC now recommends fewer vaccines, leaving
The Trump administration recently introduced updated dietary guidelines that include a fresh take on alcohol consumption. Dr. Mehmet Oz, heading the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid, shared his thoughts on the matter. He suggested that alcohol can serve as a "social lubricant, " fostering connections
Cadmium, a toxic metal, is sneaking into rice fields in southern China. It's a big deal because it's making its way into the food chain. Scientists have been trying to figure out where it's coming from and how to stop it. They created a detailed model to track cadmium's journey. It shows that the m
The UConn men's basketball team is gearing up for a tough game against Providence. They are not happy with their recent performance. Despite winning, they played poorly against Marquette. Coach Dan Hurley said they were lucky to win. The team is now focused on improving. Hurley wants the players to
The U. S. government has decided to pause its plan to exclude healthcare providers who offer gender-affirming care to children from Medicare and Medicaid. This decision came after a group of states led by Democrats sued the government over the proposed rules. Last month, the government suggested ne
In a surprising move, the House of Representatives took a big step toward extending health insurance subsidies that expired last month. These subsidies, part of the Affordable Care Act, help about 22 million people afford their health insurance. The vote was close, with 221 in favor and 205 against
Chemicals called PFAS are everywhere. They are in our water, food, and even the air. These chemicals are known as endocrine disruptors. This means they mess with the body's hormones. They can cause problems for growing kids, especially in the first two years of life. One way babies get these chemic
Josh Jacobs, the Green Bay Packers' standout running back, is finally feeling like himself again. After struggling with a knee injury for nearly two months, Jacobs is optimistic about his performance in the upcoming NFC Wild Card game against the Chicago Bears. The Packers are hoping that a healthy
Surgery residents often feel like they don't belong. This is called the imposter phenomenon. It's when someone feels like a fraud, even when they are skilled and qualified. A recent study looked at this issue. It aimed to find out how common it is. It also wanted to see if certain groups feel this w
