The heart and ears might seem like they have nothing in common. But guess what? They might be more connected than we think, especially as we get older. A recent study took a closer look at this idea. It wanted to see if changes in heart health could be linked to hearing loss in older adults. First,
Barrel House Z, a cozy taproom in Weymouth that served craft beers and snacks, closed its doors after about ten years. The owner announced the decision on Facebook, explaining that the business could no longer keep up with changing market conditions. He noted that people are drinking less overall,
A fresh Panda Express is ready to open in Davison Township, promising nearly forty new jobs. The restaurant plans to start serving its famous Orange Chicken and other dishes next month, after tearing down two old buildings on the site. The chain, which began in 1983, has grown into a popular fast‑ca
The South is still feeling the effects of a recent storm that brought snow, ice, and destruction. Many people lost their lives, and thousands are dealing with the aftermath. Homes and businesses were damaged, and many people had to go without power for over a week. But the most noticeable damage wa
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a sudden 10‑day ban on all aircraft over El Paso and a large part of southern New Mexico. The order began at 11:30 p. m. Mountain Time on Tuesday and will lift at the same time on February 20. Pilots are warned that ignoring the restriction coul
The flagship Saks Fifth Avenue on Canal Street will close its doors in April 2026. The decision comes as the parent company, Saks Global Enterprises, files for Chapter 11 and trims unprofitable locations nationwide. The New Orleans outlet has been a downtown landmark since the early 1980s, reopen
A freight train went off its tracks early Wednesday, throwing a wrench into the daily commute for Metra riders and forcing several roads in Oak Lawn to close. The incident happened near the 108th Street crossing, and Metra learned about it at roughly 4:45 a. m. The company had to halt all Southwest
The winter storm that hit the southern states last month left more than just shattered roofs and broken power lines; it also toppled countless trees that had stood for generations. In Nashville, a quiet blue cottage and its green yard were once a refuge for old trees that had survived the city’s gro
Ford’s latest earnings reveal the biggest quarterly hit in four years, with a net loss of $8. 2 billion for 2025 – the worst since the 2008 downturn. The blow comes largely from its electric vehicle (EV) arm, which posted a $4. 8 billion loss this year. Sales of EVs fell sharply after the U. S
A new study shows that eating only during an eight‑hour window each day can make life easier for people who have Crohn’s disease. The research followed 35 adults with the condition, all of whom were overweight or obese. Twenty participants switched to a schedule that allowed them to eat betwee
