The National Institute on Aging is on a mission to find ways to help people live longer and healthier lives. In 2013, they kicked off a special project called the Caenorhabditis Intervention Testing Program. This program uses a tiny worm, the C. elegans, to test different drugs. These worms live for
There is a lot of hype around April 20th, or 4/20, as a day to celebrate cannabis. Some people might not know that this celebration can have serious health risks. One of these risks is atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that can be dangerous. It is a condition where the heart beats in an irregul
The film industry is buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming "A Minecraft Movie. " This movie is expected to rake in a significant amount of cash during its opening weekend. Estimates vary, but the general consensus is that it could pull in between 70 and 80 million dollars domestically. Some
In the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court race, a conservative candidate named Brad Schimel showed true sportsmanship. When the news came in that his liberal opponent, Susan Crawford, had won, Schimel did not hesitate to call her and concede. This might not seem like a big deal, but in today's political
A recent 44-page report from Metro Nashville Police reveals that the 2023 Covenant School attack was carried out by a single individual. This person, who went by the name Aiden Hale, had legally acquired several firearms. The motive behind the attack was a desire for infamy. The shooting took place
The shingles vaccine is known for preventing the painful rash. But recent research shows it might also help protect older adults from dementia. This is a big deal because dementia rates are rising as the population ages. Scientists have long suspected that certain viruses, like the one that cau
The recent Wisconsin Supreme Court race has put a spotlight on Elon Musk's role in politics. Musk, known for his work at Tesla and his involvement with the Department of Government Efficiency, made a significant investment in the Wisconsin race. He spent over 20 million dollars and even held a rally
A recent Merseyside derby left fans and managers alike questioning the offside rules. The game's decisive moment came in the 57th minute, when Liverpool's Diogo Jota scored what would be the winning goal. The build-up to the goal involved Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch attempting a pass to Luis Diaz,
A big change came to global markets. Stocks in Asia and futures in the U. S. took a hit. This followed a major announcement from the U. S. President. He said he would raise tariffs on imports from many countries. This included close allies like Japan and South Korea. Japan faced a 24% tariff. South
The central part of the United States is getting ready for a rough week. From Texas to Michigan, millions of people are in the path of a big storm. This storm is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, hail, and flooding. It is set to hit starting Wednesday. The National Weather Service has som
