Baton Rouge is getting ready for another stretch of chilly nights, with temperatures predicted to dip into the upper 30s. To keep people safe from the cold, a local shelter will open its doors this Monday and Tuesday evenings. The St. Vincent de Paul shelter, found at 1623 Convention St, will provid
Children who grow up with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) caused by a 21‑hydroxylase enzyme problem often show changes in body weight that differ from their peers. Scientists track a key moment called adiposity rebound, when the body mass index (BMI) stops falling and begins to climb again a
Children in Karaganda, a city in Kazakhstan, spend a lot of time on social media platforms like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. The videos they watch often contain food ads that try to make snacks look tasty and fun. A new study looked at how these kids feel about those ads and how often they s
Baton Rouge is buzzing with faith-based events in the coming weeks. First up, St. James Baptist Church is throwing a big party. They're celebrating their pastor, Rev. J. L. Franklin, and his wife, Lisa, on February 1st. The service kicks off at 8 a. m. , and everyone's invited. After the service, th
Baton Rouge is buzzing with religious events this December. The Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church is kicking things off with their annual Religious Liberty Day on December 6th. This gathering is all about championing religious freedom, human rights, and community involvement. The church's Public A
Baton Rouge is buzzing with community spirit and faith-based events. Let's dive in. First up, a big thank you to Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. They're teaming up with some local health groups and the food bank to give away Thanksgiving meal kits. This isn't just about food; it's about bringi
Museums are supposed to be safe places for art. But sometimes, thieves find a way in. Here are some of the biggest art heists from museums around the world. In August 2023, the British Museum in London had a big problem. Over time, thieves had stolen about 2, 000 artifacts. This included gold jewel
Baton Rouge just got a new road that makes life easier for everyone. It's called BRG Way, and it's right by the Baton Rouge General Hospital. This isn't just any road. It's a smart way to connect the hospital and nearby shops. Plus, it's safer for people walking around. The city officials cut the r
Children living with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or HCM, face unique challenges when it comes to physical activity. This heart condition thickens the heart muscle, making it harder for the heart to pump blood. It's a tough situation, and it's even tougher when you consider the role that neighborhoo
Museums are full of history, but they also hide tiny, invisible threats. Staff in a historical museum started noticing issues with their breathing. This led to a study to figure out what was in the air they were breathing in every day. The study looked at three different workdays. Scientists used s
