Sami Whitcomb's story begins in Ventura, California, where she was born to Jan and Sander Whitcomb in 1988. Her parents' divorce left her yearning for a closer bond with her father, which she found through basketball. This sport, initially a means to connect, became her career path. In 2025, the ex
EPCOT's International Festival of the Holidays is back for 2025, promising a mix of festive fun and cultural experiences. Starting right after Thanksgiving, November 28, and running through December 30, this festival is a must-visit for anyone looking to celebrate the season in style. One of the hi
San Diego Comic-Con 2025 is gearing up to be a massive event for Disney fans. From July 24 to 27, Disney Entertainment Television is set to take over Downtown San Diego with a lineup of popular shows and exciting activities. Fans can look forward to 13 panels, exclusive giveaways, celebrity signings
A recent study looked at how well a skin treatment works for saggy necks. The treatment uses hyaluronic acid, a substance found in the skin. It was tested on 26 people from Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. Each person got two treatments, one at the start and another after 30 days. Doctors took p
Scientists have found new ways to help barley plants fight off a nasty disease called stripe rust. This disease is a big problem for barley crops in many parts of the world. To tackle this issue, researchers looked at 318 different types of barley from all over the globe. They tested these plants ag
Magic Kingdom is gearing up for a festive 2025 holiday season, bringing back beloved traditions and adding some sparkle. The iconic Cinderella Castle will once again shine with holiday projections, and Main Street, U. S. A. will be adorned with wreaths and twinkling lights. The park’s Christmas tree
Disney Springs is gearing up for a festive 2025 holiday season, promising a mix of classic and new attractions. The Christmas Tree Stroll, a beloved tradition, will make a comeback with trees decorated to celebrate popular Disney, Pixar, and Star Wars themes. The Haunted Mansion tree, a fan favorite
IgA nephropathy is a tricky kidney problem. Doctors have a tool called the Oxford Classification to guess how it might progress. This tool looks at kidney tissue and gives scores based on certain features. But does this tool also help predict how well patients will respond to steroid treatments? Tha
The Bay Area's transit systems are in a tough spot. BART and other services are facing big money problems. They need around $800 million every year just to keep running. One idea is to ask voters to approve a sales tax in 2026. But this might not be the best way. Sales taxes hit people who can least
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing health issue worldwide, with a heavy financial burden, especially when it reaches end-stage renal disease (ESRD). ESRD often requires expensive treatments like dialysis or kidney transplants, and costs are expected to rise significantly by 2030. One way to m
