The courtroom is set to buzz again with the retrial of Karen Read. This time, the focus is on selecting a jury that will decide her fate in the 2022 death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe. Read, a resident of Mansfield, is facing serious accusations. Prosecutors claim she hit O’Keefe with her SUV and
Students are spending a lot of time on their screens in bed. This might be a bad idea. A recent study found that more screen time in bed could lead to worse sleep. The study looked at over 45, 000 students in Norway. They found that each extra hour of screen time increased the risk of insomnia by 63
In the realm of biology, it is well-known that the processes governing gene activity are quite similar across different animals. However, the speed at which these processes occur can vary greatly. This is especially true when comparing mice and fruit flies, known as Drosophila to scientists. To unde
European nations are standing their ground against recent moves by the US to dismantle diversity and inclusion efforts. This isn't sitting well with many European countries. France is one of the countries that is not happy about this. Laurent Saint-Martin, France's minister for foreign trade, made
Aaron Rodgers has been keeping the NFL world on its toes. He is still deciding if he wants to play in 2025. He has been working out and meeting with potential teammates. One of those teammates could be D. K. Metcalf. Rodgers and Metcalf had a throwing session at UCLA. This meeting was to see if
Morgan Wallen's abrupt departure from the SNL stage raised eyebrows and sparked conversations. Kenan Thompson, a cast member, noticed the unusual move. Wallen performed two songs on the March 29 episode, which was hosted by Mikey Madison. Thompson wondered aloud about Wallen's motives. "What goes th
China's military recently announced a series of joint exercises around Taiwan. These drills involve the army, navy, air force, and rocket force, all working together from various directions. The goal is to test their ability to work as a team and to send a strong message to those who support Taiwan'
As the wind howls and the skies darken, residents in the south and southwest suburbs brace for the annual tornado season. This year, however, the familiar sights and sounds of severe weather come with a new twist: fewer eyes in the sky and less data to predict storms. Staff cuts at the Nati
The US economy is facing a tough time. The chances of a recession have gone up because of rising tariffs. This is not good news for anyone. A big bank, Goldman Sachs, thinks there is now a 35% chance of a recession in the next year. This is a big jump from the 20% chance they thought a few months ag
The NFL world is buzzing with news about Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf. The two football stars recently had a throwing session at UCLA. This workout session was not just a casual meet-up. It was a strategic move by both players. Rodgers is considering his future, and Metcalf is looking to solidify hi
