Bubble tea, the trendy drink loved by many, has a secret ingredient that might not be so sweet. Recent findings show that the tapioca pearls, or boba, in bubble tea can contain traces of lead. This isn't a reason to panic, but it's enough to make you think twice before making it a daily habit. The
The South End neighborhood in Boston is facing a serious problem. Drug use, dealing, and crime are on the rise. This is making life difficult for residents. Many are thinking about moving out because they don't feel safe anymore. Last Thursday, dozens of South End residents gathered at Cathedral Hi
A special education teacher from California recently won a huge settlement after a fall that changed her life. Justine Gurrola was walking in Whittier when she tripped on a broken sidewalk. This happened back in 2018, but the case just wrapped up with a big win for her. The city of Whittier agreed
Early on Sunday, the National Weather Service warned about thick fog in Berkshire County. This fog, especially in the Housatonic River Valley, was expected to last until around 10 a. m. Visibility was very low, sometimes less than a quarter of a mile. Drivers were told to be extra careful, keep a sa
Mount Fuji is a popular climb, but not all routes are the same. The Fujinomiya and Yoshida routes have different challenges. A recent study looked at why more people fall on the Fujinomiya route. They asked climbers about their experiences and compared it to data from the Yoshida route. The study f
A Halloween party in North Carolina took a tragic turn when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and several others hurt. The incident happened early Saturday morning in a rural area near Maxton, a small town in Robeson County. Over 300 people were at the party, which ranged in age from young ki
A huge amount of frozen chicken is being taken off the market. Hormel Foods is recalling almost 4. 9 million pounds of boneless chicken. This chicken was sold to places like restaurants and cafeterias, not directly to people at home. The problem? Some customers found metal bits in the chicken. The c
In the world of cancer treatment, new methods are always being explored. One such method is HIPEC, which involves delivering heated chemotherapy directly into the abdomen during surgery. But with this treatment, a big question arises: which chemotherapy drug is safer when used in high doses? Two dr
Nicotine pouches are becoming a big problem for young children. These small, flavored pouches look like candy to kids, but they're actually packed with nicotine. This can be really dangerous for little ones. Nicotine is very bad for kids. Even a tiny bit can make them feel sick, throw up, or even h
In a move to prioritize safety, the Southwick Police Department is making a significant change to their firearms. The Finance Committee has given the green light to buy 40 new Glock semi-automatic pistols. This decision comes after concerns were raised about the current SIG Sauer P320s, which were f
