The school environment can be a tough place for many students. One of the biggest issues that often goes unnoticed is bullying related to a student's weight. This type of harassment is surprisingly common and can be more prevalent than other forms of bullying, such as those based on ethnicity, relig
In the world of hockey, tough guys are often celebrated. But what happens when the tough guy needs help? Trent Dorais, a former hockey enforcer, knew the answer. He wanted to use his love for the game to raise awareness about mental health. Sadly, Trent passed away before he could make his dream a r
A renowned French scientist, Étienne-Émile Baulieu, passed away at 98 in his Paris home. He was a pioneer in hormone research and is best known for creating the abortion pill. His wife, Simone Harari Baulieu, shared the news on social media. The abortion pill, known as RU-486 or mifepristone, was
The month of May has flown by, and there's a lot to catch up on. Let's dive into the key events that shaped the past week. Lawmakers in Springfield have been working overtime as the spring legislative session wraps up. They're racing against time to finalize a budget without resorting to "broad-bas
The Los Angeles Dodgers faced off against the New York Yankees in a rematch that was anything but dull. The game took a dramatic turn in the sixth inning, with the Dodgers staging a remarkable comeback. Shohei Ohtani, the star player, kicked off the rally with his second home run of the night, setti
The Apex arena is buzzing with anticipation for UFC Vegas 107, scheduled for May 31. The excitement was overshadowed by a chaotic weigh-in session that left fans on edge. This event was not your typical weigh-in. It was filled with drama, missed weights, and even some fight cancellations. The main e
The ancient Indian dwarf wheat, Triticum sphaerococcum, is getting some serious attention these days. This wheat has been around for ages. It is not like the modern bread wheat that people are used to seeing in stores. It is much smaller and has a unique shape. Scientists have been studying this
Measles is back in the news, and this time it hit close to home for Denver residents. Three people have caught the measles virus after a flight from Turkey landed in Denver on May 13. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has identified six places where these individuals were whil
The US is shaking things up again with a major change in steel and aluminum import taxes. Starting this Wednesday, the tariff rate on these imports will jump from 25% to 50%. This move is part of a broader strategy to boost local steel production and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers, particula
Taylor Swift has finally taken control of her entire music catalog. She bought back the master recordings of her first six albums. This is a huge deal for her and her fans. It's been a long journey to get here. Swift's first record label sold her masters to Scooter Braun in 2019. She called it the
