Hungary has been checking newborns for serious health issues for 50 years now. This started with tests for two rare conditions: phenylketonuria and galactosemia. Later, they added a test for congenital hypothyroidism 40 years ago. Today, they test for 27 different disorders, plus an optional test for spinal muscular atrophy. Two big labs in Budapest and Szeged handl...
Hangovers are tough, and they seem to get worse as you get older. The headache, nausea, and overall icky feeling can make you want to hide under the covers all day. People have tried all sorts of remedies to feel better, from weird pills to greasy food. But what really helps? One new pill called Myrkl claims to break down alcohol fast, but experts aren't convinced i...
Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun. But in recent years, it has also become a time for political tension. With the country more divided than ever, many people are wondering how to keep the peace at the dinner table. Political experts say that the best way to avoid conflict is to steer clear of politics altogether. Gary Rose, a professor of political sc...
Ohio's Republican lawmakers are making waves with new bills that aim to bring more religion into public schools. One bill, called the Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act, wants to teach students about the good things Christianity has done in history. Another bill, the Historical Education Displays Act, would allow schools to display the Ten Commandments and other impo...
The 1985 Chicago Bears were not just a football team; they were a phenomenon. Their song and dance video, "The Super Bowl Shuffle, " became a cultural moment that transcended sports. But how did it all come together? The documentary "The Shuffle, " produced by HBO and NFL Films, takes viewers behind the scenes of this iconic creation. One surprising detail is the in...
In the world of celebrities, this week was a mix of heartfelt moments and dramatic headlines. Sharon Osbourne, known for her tough exterior, showed a softer side when she shared how former President Donald Trump's call touched her family after Ozzy Osbourne's passing. It's a reminder that even in the public eye, personal losses hit hard, and kindness can come from un...
The U. S. is not ready to set up another meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The reason? There needs to be a good chance that the meeting will actually lead to something positive, like ending the war in Ukraine. This news comes after U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters following a meeting with other foreig...
Young women might face a higher chance of developing early-stage colon issues if they eat a lot of processed foods. This is what a recent study suggests. The research tracked over 29, 000 nurses under 50 for many years. They looked at what the nurses ate and whether they developed precancerous growths in their colon. The study found that women who ate more processed...
Cleveland is buzzing with activities this weekend, offering something for everyone. Music lovers can catch live performances by 10, 000 Maniacs, The Academy Is. . . , and Queensrÿche, each bringing their unique sound to the stage. If theater is more your thing, there's a mix of classic and contemporary plays, from Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" to the modern ...
A new movie, The Unexpecteds, turns the tables on the usual action heroes. Here, the stars are everyday folks, not muscle-bound superheroes. The director, Alejandro Montoya Marín, calls them schlubs, but he means it with affection. These are regular people who stumble into a fight against a slick online scammer. The story kicks off when a group of friends, all small...