As the one-year anniversary of the SAFE-T Act approaches, a closer look at the impact it's had on crime victims reveals a mixed bag of results. While proponents claim it's a success, data suggests otherwise. The Act's principles originated in 2017 with a bail reform issued by Cook County's chief jud
Imagine having access to top-notch emergency services, just a stone's throw away from your home or workplace. That's exactly what MUSC Health is working towards, with a massive $30 million investment in their downtown Columbia location. The goal is to double the number of patient beds and install cu
It's a chilly morning in Columbia, South Carolina, but the warmth and energy inside Prisma Health Children's Hospital-Midlands are palpable. Twenty-one players from the University of South Carolina football team have arrived at the hospital, ready to spread some joy to the young patients. As they ma
The unexpected blast of pagers in Lebanon last week sent shockwaves around the world. The devices, typically used by healthcare professionals to communicate, inexplicably exploded, claiming the lives of 37 people and injuring thousands more. The sheer magnitude of the attack has left many questionin
In the world of medicine, the cost of living with diabetes is skyrocketing, and it's not just because of the drugs themselves. A recent lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against three major pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) sheds light on a more sinister force driving up insulin pri
The American healthcare system has long been plagued by issues of affordability, but a recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit has brought attention to a particularly egregious example: pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) allegedly inflating insulin prices at the expense of patients. The three la
The National Weather Service (NWS) and Climavision, a leader in weather technology, have extended their contract, allowing NWS to continue accessing data from 13 of Climavision's radar sites. This agreement is a significant step in improving weather forecasting infrastructure in the United States.
The movie industry is making a massive comeback, with a whopping $2.2 billion investment to revamp theaters across the US and Canada. Major chains like AMC, Regal, Cinemark, and more are upgrading their cinemas to create an immersive experience that will lure audiences back to the big screen. But wh
In the remote village of northwest Iceland, a rare polar bear sighting turned into a life-threatening encounter for a local resident. The 150-200 kilogram bear, not native to the region, was spotted rummaging through a woman's garbage, prompting her to lock herself upstairs and call for help. Luckil
Earlier this year, a shocking incident unfolded at a Donald Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The former President was shot in the ear, an event that sent shockwaves across the nation. In a candid press conference, Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe owned up to a critical failure
