It's been about two decades since Brooke Shields and Tom Cruise had a very public disagreement about postpartum depression medications. Shields recently revealed that Cruise eventually apologized to her—though it took a year. The actors' spat began when Cruise criticized Shields' use of antidepressa
Did you know that female nurses played a significant role during the American Civil War? But what about after the war ended? This period, known as the postwar period, is often overlooked. It was a time of emotional turmoil and mental adjustment for many people. Let's dive into this lesser-known sto
Michael Cooper, a native of Pasadena, had a remarkable career with the Lakers, winning five championships. In January 2025, he achieved an honor every athlete dreams of – his jersey number, 21, was retired and displayed in the Lakers’ rafters, joining the likes of Magic Johnson and James Worthy. Whi
You know how a stroke can really tire you out? Well, scientists have been digging into the reasons behind this post-stroke fatigue. They found that the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which is famous for causing mononucleosis, might be involved. They checked out a bunch of people who had strokes over five
Ever wondered how hot air affects nectarines after they're picked? Scientists treated nectarines with hot air at 40°C for 4 hours and stored them at 1°C for 35 days. They noticed some interesting changes. The nectarines stayed firm longer, lost less weight, and didn't brown as much inside. This mean
Veteran columnist Jennifer Rubin has left The Washington Post and teamed up with former ethics chief Norm Eisen to start a new publication called The Contrarian. They aim to counter what they see as a growing authoritarian threat, focusing on pro-democracy content. The founders have already recruite
On a fateful day in August 2020, the Beirut Port in Lebanon experienced a massive explosion that left over 200 people dead and another 76, 000 injured. This disaster was a national tragedy, leaving deep scars, especially on those who lost loved ones. Three years later, researchers interviewed 13 fam
People have long been concerned about water treated at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station. Let's take a step back and see how these worries have changed over time. Back in the day, when news first broke about the treated water from Fukushima, folks were really concerned. They wondered what
The Pittsburgh Steelers haven't won a playoff game since 2017. With six straight postseason losses and a point difference of -96, their lack of playoff success is a hot topic. Coach Mike Tomlin, who's been with the team for 18 years, says this isn't the team's problem, but his. He's got a stellar tr
You know how the NBA always has a packed schedule? Well, they had to hit the pause button on three games this past Saturday. Turns out, Mother Nature had other plans. First off, those wildfires in California caused some serious disruptions. The San Antonio Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers, along wi
