In Washington, House Speaker Mike Johnson has shown support for a Republican resolution aiming to block Democrat Sarah McBride, the first transgender person to be elected to Congress, from using women’s restrooms in the Capitol. Johnson stated, "We’re not going to have men in women’s bathrooms. " Th
We all know that good food is important for our bodies, but did you know it's also crucial for your brain? Scientists have found that what we eat and how we live can actually improve learning, keep our minds sharp as we age, and even lower the risk of brain diseases. Some brain illnesses happen when
Cannabis use among teens is a growing concern, especially in places like Iran. The Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach, or A-CRA, is a technique that's shown promise in helping teens kick the habit. A recent study in Tehran put A-CRA to the test. Researchers looked at 40 male teens, aged 15
Former President Donald Trump has suggested using the U. S. military to carry out mass deportations. This idea is controversial because the military typically doesn't handle immigration enforcement. People like Tom Fitton, head of Judicial Watch, and governors like Texas' Greg Abbott, support this a
In a no-drama leadership election, House Democrats have decided to stick with their top brass from the previous term. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries from New York, along with his team—Minority Whip Katherine Clark from Massachusetts and Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar from California—faced zero
Ever heard of Mildred Burke? Probably not, but her story is a wild ride. Back in the 1930s to 1950s, women's wrestling wasn't even legal in most places. But Burke didn't let that stop her. She started as a waitress in Kansas, dreaming of a bigger life. One day, a wrestling promoter named Billy Wolfe
The new chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, a Democrat from Oregon named Ron Wyden, had something to say about the Republican plans. He believes that their idea to cut Medicaid and federal food assistance to pay for tax breaks for the rich is exactly what we can expect from the new Republican
Did you know that standing yoga, blended with traditional Baduanjin exercises, could be a game-changer for older folks dealing with primary osteoporosis? A recent study took a close look at how well this mindful exercise program worked for seniors with bone issues. The goal was to tweak the program
Imagine tiny molecular dancers on a gold stage. Scientists used a special microscope, called scanning tunneling spectroscopy, to watch these dancers, which are called donor-acceptor Stenhouse adducts, change their poses over time. They found that these molecules arrange themselves in many interestin
In the Netherlands, more and more elderly people are living with dementia in nursing homes. This study dives into their daily lives and how they feel about them. Understanding their experiences is crucial as dementia cases rise. The research uses observational data and biometric sensors to get a cle
