CELEBRATION

Feb 01 2025LIFESTYLE

Who knew Groundhogs were weather experts?

Did you know that Groundhog Day is way older than Punxsutawney Phil? It goes back to the times of the Celts and their agricultural celebrations. They marked the midpoints between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. This is known as Imbolc. It is also the time when Christians celebrate Candle

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Feb 01 2025LIFESTYLE

Celebrate Black History Month All Year

Let's talk about February. Every year, this month is big for African American heritage and education. Think one whole month isn't enough? You might not be alone in thinking that. But it all started as a week-long event. In 1926, a historian and author named Carter G. Woodson created Negro History

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Jan 31 2025SCIENCE

Decade of Discovery: How a Journal Shaped the Fight Against Diseases

The world of medicine is constantly evolving, always striving to understand and combat infectious diseases. A decade ago, a journal was born to help in this mission. It was designed to be a beacon of excellence, a place where scientists could share their cutting-edge research and findings. Infecti

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Jan 19 2025SPORTS

Cheering Commanders’ WAGs Celebrate Wild Playoff Win

The NFL playoffs aren’t just exciting for the players, but also for their families and friends. After the Commanders’ impressive win over the Lions, the wives and girlfriends of the players, known as WAGs, had a thrilling watch party. Mikaela Worley, who’s recently engaged to safety Jeremy Reaves, s

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Jan 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Boiler Room Joins Superstruct Entertainment

Superstruct Entertainment has recently taken over the live online music platform, Boiler Room, from Dice. Boiler Room will continue to use Dice for its ticketing services. While the financial terms of the deal are under wraps, it's clear that Superstruct sees potential in Boiler Room's unique approa

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Small Health Departments' Journey to Accreditation: Motivation, Communication, and Celebration

Ever wondered how small local health departments keep their staff motivated and informed during the Public Health Accreditation Board accreditation process? A study talked to 22 employees and partners from four departments serving populations under 50, 000. These departments used various strategies

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Jan 09 2025SCIENCE

The EJCN Methods Corner: Five Years of Progress

Have you ever heard of the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition (EJCN) Methods Corner? It's like a special section in a journal that's all about how science is done. This year, it's celebrating its fifth anniversary, which is a big deal! You might be wondering, why is this a big deal? Well, the M

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Honoring a Pioneer: Akira Endo's Impact on Heart Health

Imagine a world where heart disease is less scary. That's the world Professor Akira Endo has been helping to create, and we're celebrating his 90th birthday! This amazing scientist has spent his career finding ways to keep our hearts healthy. Let's dive into his incredible work and how it's changed

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

The Century Mark: A Journey in Biology

Did you know that a company focusing on biology has just turned 100? That's right, this organization has been around for a full century! Let's dive into their journey and see what makes them special. This company started out with a simple goal: to understand and share knowledge about living things.

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Jan 05 2025CRIME

Tragedy on Bourbon: A Night of Fun Turns Deadly

Bourbon Street in New Orleans was alive with celebration on New Year's Eve. Crowds gathered, drinks in hand, ready to welcome 2025. Among them were a Pennsylvanian family, two former college football teammates, and a local New Orleanian. The night seemed perfect, filled with laughter and cheer. But

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