Boston's MGH and Brigham and Women's hospitals are growing, adding new buildings and acquiring smaller hospitals. This growth isn't cheap. The massive $1. 9 billion expansion project on Cambridge Street is proof of that. But what's the cost to patients? With more market power, these big hospitals ca
A nasty mix of freezing rain and below-freezing temperatures has been causing havoc in North Georgia. The winter storm began with snow, transitioned into freezing rain, and now icy conditions are intensifying. As of 11:00 a. m. , Georgia Power reported that they still have around 60, 000 customers
Imagine walking into a store and seeing healthcare services lined up like products on shelves. That's what's happening these days. Patients are transforming into customers, using apps and online reviews to pick doctors and treatments. This shift has been happening over the last two decades, but the
Think of a big school software supplier, or maybe even one you use. Now imagine it got hacked, and some personal details were taken. That's just what happened. PowerSchool, a cloud-based platform for schools, got breached on December 28. Someone swiped two tables from their student info system, whic
Winter is closing in, and Texas is once again in the hot seat. Back in 2021, the state froze over and faced a massive power outage. Now, Texans are hoping for a better result this time around. To prevent another crisis, the state is boosting its wind and solar power while modernizing its old power g
In the beautiful country of Tanzania, girls often face a set of rules and negative attitudes during their periods. These are called menstrual restrictions and stigmas. No matter what religion or cultural background they come from, girls might be told they can't cook or touch certain foods while mens
Andrew Breitbart, a notable conservative figure, famously said, "politics is downstream of culture. " This idea, known as the Breitbart Doctrine, emphasized the power of culture in shaping political outcomes. Breitbart rightly noted that influencing key institutions like Hollywood and Silicon Valley
Digital solutions like apps and remote monitoring devices are often seen as helpful tools for older adults to manage their health. But if these tools aren't designed with seniors in mind, they can actually make things worse, leaving some older adults feeling excluded or overwhelmed. It's crucial to
Ever lost your phone and it was turned off? OnePlus has a clever solution called "Powered Off Finding. " This feature, found in the OnePlus 13, lets you track your device even when it's out of battery. How does it work? The phone's Bluetooth controller stays active and sends encrypted location signa
Winter is here in North Texas, and with it comes the chance of power outages due to freezing temperatures and ice storms. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has some tips to help you stay safe and warm if the power goes out. First, try to keep the heat inside your home. Close the curtains a
