Summer travel plans for many people were ruined. Why? Because air traffic controllers in France went on strike. This happened at the peak of the travel season. Around 40% of flights were called off. This affected all major airports in Paris. Passengers had to scramble to change their plans. The str
The House of Representatives is currently in a state of delay as Republican leaders attempt to convince a group of dissenting members to support the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The vote on a procedural amendment has been ongoing for over two hours, with the current tally at 215-212. Speaker Mike Joh
A gripping Irish crime drama is making its way to US audiences. Amongst The Wolves, directed by Mark O’Connor, will be shown in select US theaters and on digital platforms starting July 11, 2025. This film, which premiered at the 2024 Galway Film Fleadh, has already made waves in Ireland and the UK.
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many industries to adapt, and healthcare was no exception. One area that saw a big shift was telepharmacy, where pharmacists provide services over the phone. This wasn't a brand-new idea, but the pandemic gave it a huge push. Before COVID-19, telepharmacy was already he
Brain cancer is tough to beat. Doctors use special tools to fight it. One tool is stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). It zaps cancer with precise radiation. But sometimes, the brain swells around the tumor. This swelling is called perilesional edema (PLE). Does PLE make the treatment less effective? R
Afghanistan's female athletes are facing tough times. The Taliban's strict rules have made it almost impossible for them to play sports in their own country. Many have had to leave Afghanistan to keep playing. This is a big deal because sports can be a way to stand up against unfair rules. One pers
Bone marrow transplants can be a lifesaver for people with blood cancers. But they come with some tough side effects. One big problem is severe mouth sores, which can make eating painful and slow down recovery. A recent study looked at how bad mouth sores affect patients' strength and overall feel a
Alzheimer's is a tough nut to crack, and scientists are always on the lookout for new ways to tackle it. Recently, they've turned their attention to two common herbs: rosemary and sage. These herbs contain a special compound called carnosic acid, which has shown some exciting potential in lab tests.
Female athletes are increasingly turning to performance-enhancing substances (PES) to gain an edge. But these substances, especially androgenic and anabolic steroids (AAS), can have serious side effects. One of the most visible is hair loss, known as female pattern hair loss (FPHL). AAS are synthet
The UK's female ex-service members have faced significant challenges, particularly those who served during the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. A recent study aims to shed light on the prevalence of military sexual trauma (MST) and its impact on their mental health. The study focuses on understandin
