The FDA is getting a new leader for its drug evaluation center. Tracy Beth Høeg is stepping into this crucial role. Meanwhile, the CDC is reviewing the hepatitis B vaccine. This is a big deal because vaccines play a huge role in public health. But not everyone is happy with the FDA's plans. A group
Boston is facing a heated debate as the school district considers shutting down three schools. The plan has ignited strong emotions among parents, teachers, and students, who are fighting to keep these schools open. The schools at risk are The Community Academy of Science and Health, Another Course
Letitia James, the Attorney General of New York, is back in the legal spotlight. A federal grand jury is looking into a new set of criminal charges against her. This comes after a judge threw out an earlier set of charges. The initial case was dismissed because the prosecutor who brought the charges
A recent investigation in the UK has shed light on the tragic events surrounding the poisoning of a woman in 2018, which was linked to a failed assassination attempt on a former Russian spy. The inquiry, led by a former top UK judge, has pointed fingers at Russian operatives and even the Russian pre
A serious problem has been found in a popular smartphone chip. It can't be fixed with updates. This chip, made by MediaTek, is in many Android phones. Researchers found a way to take control of the phone by using special electromagnetic pulses during startup. This attack can't be stopped by software
China and France recently had a big talk in Beijing. The main topic? Trade. China said it would buy more stuff from France if France makes it easier for Chinese companies to do business there. This is important because there's been some tension lately. France has been upset about the trade imbalance
Schools often spend big bucks on new programs to help kids learn better. But what if the secret to better grades isn't just more books or gadgets? What if it's about making schools healthier and safer? Think about it. Kids who are healthy and breathe clean air tend to do better in school. A big stu
Technology is changing how we talk to each other. A group of professors and students from Quinnipiac University created software that lets people control devices with their faces. This is a big deal for people who can't move much. The idea started when Chetan Jaiswal, a computer science professor,
The world of family vlogging is not as innocent as it seems. Behind the polished videos and smiling faces, there can be a dark reality. This is especially true for the Franke family, whose story is told in the documentary "Devil in the Family. " The documentary shows how Ruby Franke, a popular Mormo
A retired mental health counselor is now facing serious legal trouble. Edmund Rivers, 68, is accused of sexually assaulting five young patients over many years. These incidents reportedly happened at Hartgrove Behavioral Health Hospital in Chicago. The charges include multiple counts of criminal se
