You know how a big event like COVID-19 can shake up everything? Well, it certainly shook up the crypto market. Researchers checked out the top ten cryptocurrencies before and during the pandemic and found that volatility really spiked once COVID-19 arrived. Bitcoin and Ethereum were big shots even b
Imagine having hospital-quality care right in your living room. That's what Hospital at Home (HaH) offers, and it's been gaining attention in Israel, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. The Dead Sea Health Policy Conference in 2022 took a close look at how Israelis and their doctors feel about H
When you think about religious films, you might imagine slow, preachy movies that are hard to get through. But there are plenty of religious movies that are exciting, funny, or thought-provoking. Let's take a look at some of the best ones that won't make you yawn. First off, there's "The Name of th
You might not realize it, but the little extras in your food could be affecting the tiny creatures living inside you. Emulsifiers and sweeteners, along with other ingredients, can make food taste better and last longer. However, these additives might also be impacting the microbes in your gut. These
Imagine you've just had a stroke. Now, let's talk about the money side of things. This study looked at how much it costs society in the first year after a stroke, based on how well the person can function. First, let's be clear: a stroke is no joke. It can leave you struggling to do basic tasks or
Imagine walking through a mall on a Saturday morning, browsing through a kiosk filled with cute stuffed animals. That was what Aurora resident Michael Steinbarth was doing with his son. He had a clear view on why small businesses are so important. "They're like the backbone of our country, " he said
Listen up, east coasters! An enormous winter storm is sweeping through your corner of the U. S. , and it's bringing temperatures that'll make you shiver—even in January! Chicago and Atlanta are already feeling the chill. Over in the Great Lakes region, roads are a snowy mess, and Michigan and New Yo
West Nile Virus, or WNV, has been around since the 1930s when it was first found in Uganda. This virus is now a big global health problem, spreading to new places, especially in Europe and North America. Changes in the climate, like milder winters and longer summers, make it easier for the mosquitoe
With just days left in office, President Joe Biden is on a mission to safeguard his key policy wins. High on his to-do list is the CHIPS and Science Act, which has ramped up domestic production of memory chips. Economic experts warn that if incoming President Donald Trump decides to axe this program
Christmas trees, real or fake? It's a tricky choice for eco-conscious folks. Real trees are natural and can be recycled, but cutting them down isn't great. Fake trees last longer, but they're often made of toxic plastic. Experts don't agree on which is better. Tim O'Connor from the National Christma
