The idea that climate change is shrinking U. S. salaries by 12% is making the rounds, but does it hold up? Let's break it down. First, the claim comes from a study that imagines a world without man-made greenhouse gas emissions. It then estimates how much richer Americans would be in that imaginary
In Arizona, where the sun blazes fiercely, a peculiar trend has emerged: a growing skepticism towards scientific findings. This shift isn't new, but it's becoming more noticeable. The heat is a daily reality, and so is the debate about its causes and consequences. Conversations with locals often ta
Ted Byrd was a man who knew how to fix things, both mechanical and human. He spent years as a mechanic, but later in life, he switched gears to become a teacher, focusing on a group often overlooked: inmates. His mission? To help them earn their GEDs and turn their lives around. Byrd believed in th
Invisible disabilities are a big problem in Pakistan. These are conditions that aren't obvious but greatly affect how people live their lives. Think of things like partial hearing loss or learning differences. Zainab Wadood, a Deaf woman working in healthcare, highlights how these disabilities are o
A widely sold health supplement has been pulled from shelves nationwide after being linked to a serious health issue. The Live it Up-brand Super Greens powder, known for its nutritional benefits, is now under scrutiny due to a Salmonella outbreak. This outbreak has affected people in over 20 states,
Victor Wembanyama, the rising star of the San Antonio Spurs, has had quite the season. He's been in and out of the lineup, always playing it safe. The team is being extra careful with him, making sure he doesn't get hurt again. Recently, Wembanyama had a scary moment. He bumped knees with Giannis A
Starting fresh in the new year can be tough. Many of us know we should ditch bad habits, but change isn't easy. One common issue is our eating habits. We often eat more than we should, especially processed foods that are high in sugar, salt, and fat but low in nutrients. Instead of making drastic ch
Measles is making a comeback in the U. S. , and not everyone is rushing to get vaccinated. Health workers are stepping up, offering the MMR vaccine in areas where the disease is spreading. The usual plan is to give kids two doses, one between 12-15 months and another between 4-6 years. But in high-r
San Diego County is in for more sunny days, with the current dry spell expected to continue until mid-week. The National Weather Service attributes this to Santa Ana winds and a lack of moisture from the North Pacific. Dry spells in winter are not uncommon here, and they usually don't cause concern
A friend borrowed a sweater and ruined it after washing it. The sweater was expensive, and the friend offered to pay for it. But the owner feels bad because the friend isn't used to spending that much on clothes. Now, the owner is upset and doesn't know what to do. There are a few things to think a
