Brooke Rollins, nominated to lead the U. S. Department of Agriculture, assured senators that politics won't sway how wildfires are fought in California. At her confirmation hearing, she also admitted that President Trump's plans could cause trouble for farmers. Rollins, a lawyer from Texas, backed T
When it comes to caring for kids in tough times, like wars or natural disasters, health workers have their own thoughts and needs. Let's dive into what they think about providing end-of-life care for children and what they need to learn to do it well. First, let's zoom in on their perceptions. Heal
You might remember that decades ago, some politicians took cash bribes. Then, things changed with a Supreme Court decision called Citizens United. This decision said that giving money to campaigns was okay, so long as it was done through certain funds. Donald Trump has been making money in various
Hey there, did you know that gold isn't just shiny and valuable? Scientists are now using it to fight cancer. Sounds fancy, right? One big challenge they face is that our body has ways to detoxify gold-based drugs, making them less effective. Imagine a sneaky thief trying to steal the gold you're us
In a recent move, President Trump signed an executive order backing the growth of the cryptocurrency industry. The order calls for a new plan to regulate this business sector, where Trump has personal investments. The order suggests creating a working group to develop comprehensive regulatory and le
"You Gotta Believe" is a sports film that's been making waves on Netflix. It tells the story of a youth baseball team, the Westside All-Stars, who dedicate their season to their coach's terminally ill dad. Actor Luke Wilson plays Bobby Ratliff, the father, while Greg Kinnear portrays the coach, Jon
Ever wondered who science thinks is the most beautiful supermodel? Dr. Julian De Silva, a London-based facial cosmetic surgeon, used the "Greek Golden Ratio of Beauty" to find out. This ratio measures facial symmetry and classically beautiful features. He ranked supermodels at the height of their fa
As the sun rose on Wednesday, chilly air filled homes that had lost power in the capital area. DEMCO initially reported about 2, 600 customers without electricity in Livingston Parish. By mid-morning, the number dropped to zero. Entergy reported a similar situation in Ascension and East Baton Rouge
Feeling a bit chilly? So is Disney's Blizzard Beach water park! They've decided to keep the gates closed for a couple more days as Central Florida continues to experience some unusually cold temperatures. Initially slated to reopen on January 22, the park will now remain closed until Friday, January
In 1871, Chicago faced a massive fire that shook the city to its core. This wasn't just any fire; it torched over 17, 500 buildings, including major landmarks like City Hall and numerous businesses. Picture this: a tiny frontier town turned metropolis, now with a population of around 330, 000, reduc
