The world might be facing a "post-herd immunity" era for measles. This is a scary thought. In recent times, measles has been popping up in places with low vaccination rates. This includes parts of the American south-west, Mexico, and Canada. The United States is currently experiencing its largest
There is a lot of uncertainty about how upcoming tariffs might affect prices. While people are waiting to see what happens, many are making lists of items they might need that won't break the bank. This is a good time to think about useful gadgets that are both affordable and reliable. In the pas
A judge in Washington, D. C. recently made a big call. She ruled that a move by Donald Trump was unconstitutional. This move was aimed at a law firm called Perkins Coie. The judge said the firm and its clients have rights that were violated. These rights include free speech and due process. The judg
The leader of Harvard, Alan Garber, has been in the spotlight due to a legal battle with the federal government. The conflict started when the government attempted to take away billions of dollars in research funding and the school's tax-free status. This is a big deal, as Harvard is one of the most
Harvard University is in the hot seat. The former president threatened to take away their tax-exempt status. This isn't the first time he's targeted the university, but this time, it could backfire. Legal experts are raising eyebrows over the potential consequences. The IRS has the power to strip H
The Vatican is about to make a big choice. Cardinals from all over the world are gathering in Rome to pick the next pope. It is easy to think that they will split into typical left and right groups, just like in many countries' politics. Many church leaders who are more traditional had disagreemen
A man in Illinois has been given a 53-year prison sentence. He was found guilty of a murder that was motivated by hate. This hate crime took the life of a 6-year-old boy. The boy was Wadee Alfayoumi. Wadee was Muslim. His mother was badly hurt in the attack. Her name is Hanan Shaheen. The att
Hyper IgE Syndrome, also called Job's syndrome, is a rare condition. It messes with the immune system. Kids with this syndrome get sick often and have high levels of a certain antibody. This antibody is called immunoglobulin E. Most people know about the lung and body-wide problems it causes. Howeve
There is a well-known drug called doxorubicin. It is used to fight cancer. However, it can harm the heart. This is a big problem for patients. Doctors have found a solution. It is a substance called dexrazoxane. This substance can stop the heart damage caused by doxorubicin. Dexrazoxane works in an
Public TV and radio are in a tough spot. The president has signed an order to cut their funding. This move is seen as a big threat to educational and news programming that many Americans rely on. The leaders of PBS and NPR are not taking this lying down. They have vowed to fight back. They say the o
