A recent study is looking into how to make sure patients in the hospital understand their treatment goals. This is especially important for those with serious illnesses. The study focuses on how doctors and nurses talk to patients about what they hope to achieve with treatment. It is a big deal beca
The co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, Ben Cohen, found himself in handcuffs after a dramatic protest during a Senate hearing. The event took place in a Senate committee room, where Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was testifying. Cohen was not alone in his protest; six others joi
Nanozymes are tiny machines that copy the work of natural enzymes. They are used in medicine and other fields. Some of these nanozymes have two metal atoms working together. These are called dual-atom nanozymes. They are better than the old single-atom ones. They do not clump together and they
The Mississippi River is a powerful force. It has shaped the landscape of Louisiana for thousands of years. Now, there is a plan to use this power to build new land and protect the state's coast. This plan is called river diversion. It involves redirecting some of the river's water and sediment
In a world where political views are often set in stone, it's interesting to see how unexpected supporters can shake things up. This is not about dramatic changes, but about how people's opinions on policies can shift when someone from their own group supports something unusual. For instance, if a l
In the aftermath of the Syrian civil war, a wave of optimism swept through the business community. Rasin Katta, a Syrian entrepreneur, received an unexpected call from a former business associate in Damascus. The message was clear: It was time to restart their operations and prepare the factory for
The retail giant Walmart has announced that it will increase prices on some items. This move comes as a direct result of the ongoing trade war between the United States and China. The trade war has led to higher tariffs on goods entering the country, which in turn has increased the costs for retaile
The Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, are one step closer to walking free. This is after a judge changed their sentence. They were originally sentenced to life in prison without parole. Now, they might get out in 15 years. This change happened because of a law for young offenders. It applies to crim
In the heart of Wisconsin, a judge found herself in hot water. Hannah Dugan, a Milwaukee County Circuit Judge, was accused of helping a man dodge federal immigration agents. This man, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, was in her courtroom for a domestic abuse hearing. He was in the country illegally and had been
Ukraine and Russia are set to meet in Istanbul, Turkey, for their first direct talks since the start of the conflict three years ago. This meeting comes after a long pause in negotiations. The talks are happening because of a push from Ukraine and some European leaders, who want a 30-day ceasefire
