Basalt Elementary third-graders got a break from regular lessons last Thursday. Instead of worksheets and textbooks, they explored science through short movies. Two local groups—one focused on film, the other on science—set up stations where kids could watch clips and try small experiments. The Asp
A 77-year-old man walked into the hospital one morning, struggling to speak clearly and move his right side. His brain was starved for blood due to a clot blocking an artery. Fast action was needed to restore blood flow before permanent damage set in. Doctors spotted the blockage in a key brain vess
The NBA season wraps up with 15 games on the last day, including a matchup between the New York Knicks and the Charlotte Hornets. Basketball fans who enjoy fantasy sports can get a $10 sign-up bonus from Dabble Fantasy, no special code needed. Just follow their link and the money appears in your acc
Benin’s presidential vote isn’t just another election—it’s a turning point after a decade under President Patrice Talon, whose time in office left behind a trail of economic gains but also sharp concerns. With nearly eight million voters set to cast ballots, the race pits Romuald Wadagni, the financ
Connecticut’s lawmakers are quietly pushing big changes to a federal drug discount program that feels more like a business deal than public policy. A last-minute addition to a routine bill quietly expanded the 340B program, letting hospitals buy drugs at extreme discounts—sometimes for a fraction of
Three years after commercial salmon fishing vanished from California’s coast, the pause has finally lifted. Federal officials recently gave the green light for limited fishing to restart in 2024. The decision follows a boost in salmon numbers, thanks partly to wetter winters that ended a severe drou
Bitcoin and Ethereum are hovering close to points that might flip the script on their price stories this year. While many voices in crypto keep warning of tougher times ahead, one analyst sees a different path. If Bitcoin pushes past $76, 000 and Ethereum clears $2, 400, that could mark the start of
Muscles naturally weaken with time, but the decline speeds up after 30 and jumps sharply after 60. This process, called sarcopenia, doesn’t just make movement harder—it can steal independence. Research shows two simple habits make a huge difference: how much protein you eat and how active you stay.
Kids today spend far more time staring at screens than exploring outdoors—sometimes up to seven hours daily. That’s a trend that worries educators, especially when combined with the growing political divide over how much we should even care about environmental issues. A new documentary, however, doe
Tyrrell Hatton plays golf with a passion that stands out. He was born in England in 1991 and started swinging a club before he could even walk properly. His father, who knew golf inside out, introduced him to the sport early on. Hatton grew up in Marlow, a small town where he spent a lot of time pra
