Imagine a system designed to protect you, but sometimes it goes rogue. That's what happens in autoimmune diseases. These conditions occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues. Lupus, often called the disease of 1, 000 faces, is one such condition. It can cause a wide rang
Hurricane Melissa left Jamaica in ruins, with thousands of people displaced and many lives lost. The storm, one of the strongest ever to hit the island, caused widespread destruction. In response, several celebrities have stepped forward to help with recovery efforts. Shaggy, a famous reggae artist
In a time when America feels more divided than ever, a new TV show is stepping up to encourage meaningful conversations. "Balancing Act with John Katko" is a weekly series that aims to bring people together, despite their differences. The show is hosted by John Katko, a former Republican congressman
Women with disabilities have a tougher time than most. They face more violence, and it's often overlooked. This isn't just a health issue. It's about fairness and rights. But for these women, the fight is harder because they deal with double discrimination. Most research looks at abuse from partner
Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii are not your everyday fungi. They are serious pathogens, with the World Health Organization ranking them as critical and medium priority, respectively. These fungi primarily target people with HIV, especially in low- and middle-income countries. But th
California has taken a significant step to reshape its political landscape. Voters in the state have approved a measure to redraw voting districts, aiming to boost Democrats' chances in the upcoming midterm elections. This move is seen as a response to similar efforts by Republican-led states, creat
In a bold move, California Republicans have taken legal action against a newly approved congressional map. This map, which voters recently endorsed, aims to shift the balance in the U. S. House of Representatives. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, argues that the map unfairly benefits Hispanic vo
Starbucks workers, who are part of the union Starbucks Workers United, have announced plans to strike on November 13. This date coincides with the company's annual Red Cup Day, a promotional event aimed at boosting holiday sales. The union's decision comes after a significant majority of its members
A Christian school in Vermont is making waves by challenging a new state law that changes how public tuition dollars are handed out. The Mid Vermont Christian School argues that the law, Act 73, is unfairly cutting religious schools out of the funding loop. They claim the law was designed to exclude
Jelly Roll, a well-known country music artist, recently had an experience that left him feeling like he was under suspicion. He shared a video on social media, talking about his visit to a Louis Vuitton store in Sydney, Australia. The way he described it, the staff seemed to treat him like he was th
