Heart disease is a big deal, and for a long time, doctors have focused on cholesterol as the main culprit. But now, there's a shift in thinking. Inflammation is now seen as a major player in heart health, just as important as cholesterol. A simple blood test can check for this hidden risk. This test
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has been on a journey to improve reading skills among students. The district has been trying to use the science of reading (SOR), but it hasn't been easy. James Ferguson, a school board director, wanted to know why. He turned to Tina Owen-Moore, the district's board cl
Samsung is gearing up to launch its new Wide Fold phone in 2026. This phone is designed to compete directly with Apple's upcoming foldable device. The Wide Fold will have a unique design, featuring a 5. 4-inch display when folded and a 7. 6-inch display when unfolded. It will have a 4:3 aspect ratio
Japan is taking a big step by restarting the world's largest nuclear power plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa. This plant, located about 136 miles northwest of Tokyo, was shut down after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that caused the Fukushima disaster. Since then, Japan has been trying to reduce its depend
In 2022, NASA achieved a groundbreaking feat by crashing a spacecraft into an asteroid called Dimorphos. The goal was to see if they could change the asteroid's path. The mission, named DART, was a success in shifting the asteroid's orbit. However, new findings show that the impact had more complex
In 2025, the term "podcast" is becoming as outdated as a flip phone. With almost every major podcast now featuring a video component, the lines between podcasts and TV shows are blurring. Take Seth Meyers' "A Closer Look" for example. Last year, one might argue that this is just a TV show clip. But
The Detroit Lions' journey this season has been a mixed bag. After making significant strides in the previous two years, the team now faces an uphill battle to secure a playoff spot. The recent loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers has put a damper on their hopes, and head coach Dan Campbell is not shying
In the heart of Nebraska, a small town is grappling with a sudden and devastating change. The Tyson Foods beef plant, a cornerstone of Lexington's economy, is shutting down, leaving 3, 200 workers without jobs. This isn't just about losing a job; it's about losing a way of life. The plant's closure
Mutuum Finance, a new player in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, is making steady progress as it gets ready to launch its first version. The project, which focuses on lending and borrowing, is currently in the final stages of development. It is also undergoing security checks with Halborn Sec
The sports community is in shock after a recent plane crash claimed the life of former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family. The incident happened near Statesville, North Carolina, just minutes after takeoff. The plane was heading back to the airport for an emergency landing. Along with Biffle,
