In the Southwest, a tiny bug is causing big worries. These bugs, called kissing bugs, are spreading a disease called Chagas. Scientists found that almost 9 out of 10 of these bugs carry the parasite that causes Chagas. Chagas disease is sneaky. It might not show any signs for years. But over time,
Takeaway foods are often seen as quick and tasty, but they can be heavy on calories and light on nutrition. In April 2022, England made a big move by requiring large takeaway chains to show calorie counts on their menus. The goal? To help people make healthier choices. But does this really work? And
Novato's former Mayor, Tim O’Connor, wrapped up his term in December, looking back at a year packed with achievements and challenges. He pointed out that the city made big strides in 2025, like catching up on audits, giving out over $1 million for affordable housing, and starting a grant program to
The CDC has updated its vaccine schedule for kids. This change is not about being anti-science. It is about giving parents more choices. Before, parents who asked questions were often treated badly. They were called anti-science or told they were putting other kids at risk. Now, the CDC is saying th
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has been under fire for funding some truly strange and cruel animal experiments. Groups like the White Coat Waste Project (WCW) are teaming up with Republican lawmakers to put an end to this. They want the Trump administration to cut off the NSF's funding for th
In the heart of Pennsylvania, a massive new hub is taking shape. This isn’t just any warehouse; it’s a state-of-the-art facility designed to handle the tricky world of healthcare logistics. The hub, located in Annville, is set to open later this year. It’s not just big—it’s huge, with over one milli
Netflix has a new crime drama that's creating quite a buzz. It's called "His & Hers" and stars Jon Bernthal and Tessa Thompson. They play ex-partners who must team up to crack a murder case. The catch? Each suspects the other might be hiding something. The series hit Netflix on January 8, 2026, and
The UK is stepping up its game against unwanted sexual images online. Starting now, tech companies must actively stop these images from being shared. This is part of the UK's Online Safety Act, which targets big platforms like Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and X. It also includes dating apps and adult
In a recent hearing, a lawmaker shifted the focus away from Minnesota's fraud problems. Instead, she brought up crimes by "White men" and "American citizens. " This happened while the state's governor, Tim Walz, announced he wouldn't run again. New reports show Minnesota might have lost $9 billion d
In Burkina Faso, young women and religious leaders have different ideas about family planning. This is not just about numbers. It's about power, culture, and who gets to decide what happens to a woman's body. Religious leaders often speak about big families as a blessing. They see children as a gif
