Thomas Goetz has started a podcast that looks at one medicine each episode and tells the whole story behind it. He says every drug has a bigger tale – how the disease came about, why we treat it with that medicine, and what the drug does to society. Instead of just telling you how a pill works
The quiet weekend in Chicago gives just enough time to get ready for what’s coming Monday. While skies stay calm and temperatures stay mild through Sunday, weather experts warn that Monday could bring serious trouble. Tornadoes, strong winds, and large hail are all possible when the storm arrives ar
Northern Illinois isn’t out of the woods yet with severe weather on the way Monday afternoon and evening. While the worst threats—strong twisters and massive hail—are more likely south of the city, the Chicago area still faces risks like heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding. The National Weather S
Maine isn't just dealing with high costs and weak schools – it's facing deeper issues. Over 8 years, the state budget ballooned by almost double, hitting $14. 5 billion in 2024. But while money grew, reading scores for students dropped shockingly low, with only about a quarter reading at their grade
A Louisiana-based journalist takes a risk when she agrees to an exclusive meeting with someone connected to a high-profile serial killings case. She hopes the interview will help her uncover clues about the killer’s identity. But what starts as a professional opportunity soon turns into a nightmare.
On a busy Friday across Massachusetts high schools, athletes piled up milestones, shutout wins, and clutch performances that kept coaches busy updating stat sheets. One senior catcher turned heads by collecting three career firsts in a single game: her 100th hit, 100th stolen base, and 100th run sco
The top medical journal decided it would not give evidence to a U. S. Senate probe about where the COVID‑19 outbreak began. The editor, Richard Horton, told a news event in Barcelona that the journal would not participate in what he called an “administration that has attacked some of the foremost sc
Iran and the world face a tense moment over nuclear worries. Many think war could solve it, but history shows that fighting only adds danger and makes the problem bigger. The real fix lies in stronger laws, honest talks, and tighter checks on nuclear work. The main rulebook is the Treaty on the Non
California has become expensive. Many people move away because homes, groceries, gas and taxes cost more than the national average. A recent study shows that those who leave tend to end up richer and own homes sooner than those who stay. The research from the California Policy Lab points out that
The ONEFlight Myrtle Beach Classic is set to light up the Dunes Golf and Beach Club from May 7 to 10, turning a regular PGA event into a star‑filled spectacle. Players will tee off on two courses, but the real headline is the Wednesday Pro‑Am that invites Hollywood icons and sports legends to swi
