Gardeners often face the puzzle of why their Christmas cactus isn't blooming. This plant, bought in full bloom last year, now sits in a dining room window, looking healthy but flowerless. The issue might be the lack of cool nights and long darkness it needs to trigger blooms. Indoor lights and warm
A deal has been struck between West Contra Costa educators and the school district, bringing an end to a nearly week-long strike. Both sides announced the agreement early Wednesday, with the union and school board still needing to give their final approval. The district expressed relief that studen
Big banks in the U. S. have been acting suspiciously. They've been limiting or even cutting off services to certain businesses, not because these businesses are risky, but because they don't like them. This includes crypto firms, among others. This isn't new. Back in 2013, there was something calle
A wild rumor spread fast online. People thought the IRS wanted everyone to list all their crypto wallets. This was not true. The mix-up started with a photo of a special IRS form. Many thought it was part of the usual tax form, Form 1040. But it was not. The photo showed Form 9297. This form is not
In Indiana, a state known for its strong Republican support, an unexpected internal struggle is unfolding. Despite President Trump's clear victory in the last election, some Indiana Republicans are pushing back against his proposed redistricting plan. This resistance is not just about drawing new po
Many people think the Alligator Alcatraz detention camp in Florida is closed. It's not. This place has been running since July 2025, despite legal challenges. A judge ordered it to shut down in August 2025 because it didn't do the right environmental checks. But an appeals court blocked that decisio
In the early 1960s, a stark contrast emerged between the United States' global image and its domestic reality. As African nations gained independence, their diplomats arrived in the U. S. to take up their posts. However, their experiences revealed a troubling truth: racial discrimination was still r
Women's health is a complex puzzle, and a recent study has uncovered a surprising piece. Uterine fibroids, those non-cancerous growths in the uterus, might be more than just a gynecological issue. They could also be a red flag for heart disease. Researchers dove into data from over 450, 000 women w
China's struggle with opioid use disorder (OUD) has been a long-standing issue. From 1990 to 2021, the impact of OUD on health has been significant. This is not just a recent problem. It has been growing for decades. The data shows that OUD has been taking a toll on people's health. This is not jus
Pregnant women struggling with opioid addiction often find themselves caught in the justice system. Sadly, they don't always get the help they need. Medications that can save lives are not always available in jails. This is a big problem because overdoses are a leading cause of death for new moms in
