Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) has been a game-changer for those with movement disorders. Since its FDA approval in 1996, it has offered hope to many. However, not everyone has equal access to this treatment. There are significant gaps in who gets this care, and these gaps are influenced by race, gend
A federal judge in Washington, DC, recently made a big call. He ruled that a certain executive order was not okay. This order, signed by the then-President, was aimed at a law firm called Jenner & Block. The judge said it went against the First Amendment, which is all about free speech. This is not
North Korea's ambitious naval plans hit a snag recently. A brand-new destroyer, intended to be a showpiece for the country's military, ended up capsized and stuck on a pier. This wasn't just any ship; it was supposed to be North Korea's largest warship to date, a guided missile frigate named Choe Hy
The world of Olympic sports is a fascinating mix of skill, strategy, and physical traits. One key factor that often goes unnoticed is the role of an athlete's body size. It turns out that body size can make a big difference in how well an athlete performs, especially in sports like swimming, running
The House has passed a budget bill that could significantly impact states offering health coverage to immigrants without legal status. This bill, dubbed "One Big Beautiful Bill, " aims to reduce federal Medicaid funding for these states. The affected states, mostly led by Democrats, provide healthca
Sleep can be a wild ride for some people. REM sleep behavior disorder or RBD is a condition where people act out their dreams. This can lead to injuries for the person with RBD and their sleeping partner. The causes of RBD can vary. In adults, it often comes before a serious brain condition. It
The topic of tariffs has stirred up quite the debate. A court case in Florida recently made waves by suggesting that the president has the power to impose tariffs on his own. This isn't just any president, but Donald Trump, who has been quite active in this area. The case in question was brought by
A large consulting firm, Booz Allen Hamilton, is feeling the heat from President Trump's spending cuts. The company has announced it will be letting go of about 2, 500 employees. This news comes after the firm revealed that its profits for the year would be lower than expected. The cuts are part of
The Trump administration's plan to cut jobs across many federal agencies has hit a major snag. A judge has stepped in and said the president can't just go ahead with these layoffs without getting the okay from Congress first. This decision is a big deal because it stops the administration from movin
The Oklahoma City Thunder had a fantastic night, winning big against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This victory puts them up 2-0 in the Western Conference Finals. The star of the show was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who just got the MVP award. He scored 38 points, which is his best in the playoffs so far
