The Smithsonian Institution, a treasure trove of American history and culture, is under fire. Donald Trump, the US president, has set his sights on the world’s largest museum complex, accusing it of distorting history. His executive order, "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History, " aims to s
In the world of medicine, sometimes the first fix isn't the last. Take gallbladder surgery, for example. When the gallbladder is severely inflamed, doctors might opt for a partial removal, known as subtotal cholecystectomy. This method is handy in tough cases, but it's not without risks. One major i
Mental health treatment is crucial, but it often overlooks physical health problems. These physical issues can be quite common among psychiatric patients. A recent effort aimed to address this by checking how easy it is to include medical check-ups for patients in psychiatric hospitals. The goal was
Astrocytomas are brain tumors that can strike at any age, but they often hit younger and middle-aged adults the hardest. These tumors, when they have a specific mutation in the IDH gene, tend to have a better outlook. However, when these tumors show up in people 55 and older, things get a bit murkie
A tense scene unfolded at the Kansas Statehouse. Four individuals were taken into custody after a heated confrontation. The spark? A planned Black Mass by a small group of self-described Satanists. The group, known as the Kansas City-area Satanic Grotto, had gathered to advocate for the separation
Columbia University is going through a significant change in leadership. Dr. Katrina Armstrong, who had been serving as the interim president, has decided to step down. This comes just a week after the university made some big changes to its policies. These changes seem to be a response to pressure
A young entrepreneur, Charlie Javice, was found guilty of tricking JPMorgan Chase. She claimed her startup, Frank, had millions of customers. In reality, she had only a fraction of that number. This deception cost the bank $175 million. The trial lasted five weeks in a Manhattan court. Javice, now 3
A recent presidential order has set the stage for a significant clash over voter data and election integrity. The order, signed by the president, tasks the Department of Government Efficiency with a new mission: investigating voter fraud. Specifically, the Department of Homeland Security will join f
The right to challenge government actions is a fundamental part of American democracy. This right has been used by many individuals and companies over the last two centuries. However, the number of lawsuits against the second Trump administration is unprecedented, with at least 150 cases filed. Many
The Democratic Party is currently in a state of flux, with no clear leader emerging after the 2024 election losses. This has opened the door for progressive figures like Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to step into the spotlight. Sanders, once seen as an outsider w
