Cerebral palsy, a condition affecting movement and posture, often leads to changes in muscles over time. These changes happen at a tiny level, where muscle fibers and their tiny structures don't work as they should. Scientists have been studying these changes, but it's not easy. Different studies us
In a recent event, a family in Cicero, near Chicago's Little Village, found themselves in the middle of a tense situation involving federal agents. Rafael Veraza and his 1-year-old daughter, Arianna, were pepper-sprayed by Border Patrol agents in a Sam's Club parking lot. Veraza, who has asthma, str
Jonathan Taylor, the Indianapolis Colts' star running back, had an incredible game in Berlin. He rushed for 244 yards and scored three touchdowns, including an 83-yard run, the longest in franchise history. This performance helped the Colts secure an 8-2 record, despite a shaky start and some mistak
The Philippines is once again facing a major storm, with Super Typhoon Fung-wong making landfall just days after another deadly storm. This time, the focus is on preparedness and response. Fung-wong, a powerful storm with winds reaching 115 miles per hour, hit the eastern part of the country on Sun
Paul Tagliabue, a key figure in football history, passed away at 84. His journey from a lawyer to the NFL commissioner was remarkable. He led the league for 17 years, facing many challenges. Tagliabue took over when the NFL was struggling with labor issues and TV deals. He quickly stepped in to neg
Ecuador's prisons are in chaos once more. This time, four inmates lost their lives, and over 30 others were hurt in a recent riot. The trouble started when inmates were being moved to a new high-security prison in another part of the country. This isn't the first time this prison has seen violence.
The Senate is making slow progress towards ending the government shutdown. Senator John Thune, a key Republican from South Dakota, hinted that a spending agreement might be close. He mentioned a possible vote on Sunday evening, but it's still unclear if Democrats will support it. Democrats have bee
A Mexican diplomat has left Peru, adding fuel to an ongoing diplomatic dispute. Peru's migration agency confirmed the departure of Karla Ornelas, Mexico's top diplomat in the country. This move follows Peru's decision to cut diplomatic ties with Mexico. The conflict began when Mexico granted asylum
Older adults often struggle when moving between different healthcare settings. A new study looked at a special program meant to help them during these transitions. The goal was to see if this program could reduce hospital readmissions and improve their quality of life. The program focuses on suppor
Lewiston's recent local elections were a mix of surprises and predictability. Despite dull campaigns with minimal advertising and door-to-door activity, voter turnout was surprisingly high at 34%. This was a significant jump from the 18. 93% turnout in 2023, though still below the 42. 9% seen in 202
