You might think that medical schools are full of students from all walks of life, but that's not quite the case. Despite years of trying, there's still a big gap when it comes to students from lower income backgrounds. Why is this happening? Well, it's a mix of old problems and new ones too. But let
In Massachusetts, school budgets are feeling the pinch. While test scores still haven't bounced back from the pandemic, pension costs keep climbing. Back in 2015, 9 cents of every education dollar went to pension payments. Now it's 14 cents! That's a lot of cash going out, leaving less for things li
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon's Legal Zone is a complex issue influenced by various factors. From the region's unique soil and climate to human activities like population movements and urban expansion, the drivers are many. Researchers often point to the actions of public and private economi
You might think prostate cancer is only a big deal in the West, but guess what? It's on the rise in Asia too. Researchers are diving into the numbers to figure out why, especially when it comes to advanced cases. They want to know how the disease spreads, how it's treated, and what it does to people
Sculpting statues of sports stars might seem like a straightforward task, but it turns out there's more to it than meets the eye. Take a look at some famous examples: the Harry Kane statue in London was compared to a comic strip character, the Dwyane Wade sculpture in Miami resembled actor Laurence
November 30 isn't just any day for Ohio State. It's a date that's seen some historic games, especially against their rival, Michigan. The Buckeyes have played the Wolverines on this date five times in a row, with three straight road wins. The first game on this date was a home loss to Kenyon in 1899
Have you been eyeing a new PlayStation 5? Black Friday offers some awesome deals! Right now, you can snag a PS5 Digital Edition for just $374, which is $75 off its regular price. Retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, and Sony’s own store are all running this promotion. Want the version with a disc drive
Dr. Ann Marie Egloff, a renowned cancer surgeon, is being accused of manipulating her elderly relative, Jo Ann Paganetti, who was struggling with dementia. Paganetti, a former professor, had been living in a rehabilitation center after suffering a stroke in 2018. In July 2023, when Paganetti was adm
Hey there! You might want to check your fridge. Cucumbers shipped to lots of places in the US and Canada are getting recalled due to a salmonella scare. SunFed Produce said they're pulling back whole fresh cucumbers sent to stores and restaurants between mid-October and late November. You'll find th
A winter weather warning has been issued for multiple counties in Western New York (WNY). Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, and Wyoming counties due to the onset of lake effect snow. This type of snowfall typically affects commu
