A decade ago, most doctors ran their own clinics. Today, over half work for large hospital networks instead. That change didn't happen by accident—hospitals bought up countless small practices. The big question is whether this shift helps patients or just raises costs. Most of the time, prices for
A new look at religion’s role in intimate partner violence reveals surprising patterns. While many assume faith makes relationships safer, the evidence tells a more complicated story. Researchers tracked over 2, 000 urban couples for years, checking how often partners attended services and whether t
Summer in Baltimore just got a fresh twist. Every June, many adults look for safe, meaningful ways to celebrate the season without relying on alcohol. That’s exactly what Overflow, a community-driven event, is all about. On June 12th, this gathering aims to bring people together in a fun, relaxed se
Sarah Sherman’s first comedy special feels like a messy art project that somehow turned into a must-watch. Instead of playing it safe with jokes about politics or pop culture, she went all-in on her weirdest ideas. The people helping make the show told her to dump the obvious targets, saying things
Many businesses today are preparing for a shift in how people shop online. Instead of traditional checkout methods, AI assistants might soon pick and buy products for customers. A recent study found that over half of merchants believe AI-driven shopping will become a major way people buy things onli
The Louisiana State University Museum of Art has opened a fresh look at women’s photography, turning the spotlight from one celebrated photographer to many. Initially the show was set to feature only Anne Noggle, a prolific 20th‑century photographer whose forty works had never been displayed. Curato
The money that pays out pensions to more than 60 million people is expected to run out in the year 2032. If lawmakers do not act before then, retirees will automatically lose about one‑fifth of their monthly checks. The latest report from the Social Security Trustees says that Congress should sta
The death of an 11‑year‑old girl in the town of Fleurance has sparked a national outcry, revealing deep cracks in France’s judicial framework. A former lawmaker from the Gers region had warned a year earlier about severe staffing shortages at the local prosecutor’s office. Those concerns now seem pr
In Arizona, parents of children with special needs are rallying to change the rules around a program that lets families use public money for private schooling. The movement says that too much of the program’s budget is being spent on things that do not truly help students learn, and that public scho
The U. S. trust fund that supports retirement payments is expected to run out of money earlier than thought, with a shortfall projected for late 2032. The change in timing comes after a tax law passed last year that lowered the amount of income taxes collected from Social Security benefits. Earli
