Imagine stepping back in time, way before dinosaurs ruled the Earth. There, you'd find a saber-toothed beast that was one of the first mammal-like creatures. This isn't a story from a fantasy book; it's real history! Recently, scientists unearthed a fossil on the sunny Mediterranean island of Mallor
Evanston, a city in Illinois, has been making history with its reparations program. The program aims to rectify past racial injustices, specifically those that occurred between 1919 and 1969. During this time, the city pushed Black residents into a specific neighborhood and used discriminatory housi
In a recent diplomatic spat, former US President Donald Trump stirred things up by suggesting the Panama Canal should be returned to US control. Trump accused Panama of unfairly charging high fees for using the canal. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino quickly responded, emphasizing that the canal
College campuses today offer special programs for students with intellectual disabilities (ID). A recent study looked into how these students experience and think about physical activity (PA). Researchers talked to eight students in a US college program to learn more. They found that most students o
Did you know that where you live can affect your health? Researchers have found that weather conditions can play a big part in the number of people getting heart and brain diseases, especially in mountainous regions like Guizhou province. The weather can be different even in small areas, and this ca
Imagine you're walking down a dark alley. You might think about crime and how it can hurt people. But have you ever thought about how it can affect a person's lifespan? This study took a closer look at this topic, specifically for people with substance use problems. They wanted to know if violent cr
Most studies lump people with disabilities together and forget that their situations can be quite different. For instance, those with intellectual disabilities face their own unique set of challenges. This paper dives into what keeps many people with intellectual disabilities in Spain from joining t
Imagine living with motor neuron disease (MND), where moving around becomes a challenge. For many, video games might seem like a dream that's suddenly out of reach. But these games can be more than just fun – they can be a lifeline for social connection and breaking the monotony of being homebound.
Ever wondered how well your heart's working? Researchers are finding new ways to check, especially for folks with heart troubles. They're looking at how the right side of the heart handles pressure. This isn't just about how much pressure (like a scale), but also how the pressure changes (like a bou
Vertigo is more than just feeling dizzy. It's the sensation that your body or your surroundings are moving when they're not. This can make daily life challenging and even lead to increased healthcare visits. The Global Burden of Disease Project tries to measure illness and death around the world. In
