A man who played a part in the attack on the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, has been sentenced to probation, not prison. This former military veteran, who was a leader in the Oath Keepers group, faced off with police inside the Capitol, yelling and shoving. He later admitted his actions were wrong a
Ever heard of a fair-catch free kick in football? It's a rare thing, used only a handful of times in hundreds of games. Before last night, only one team had successfully pulled it off in the last 48 years. That's right, just one! Out of 16 attempts, only one succeeded. But last night, the Chargers'
Three Black men, Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph, and Xavier Veal, have settled a lawsuit against American Airlines after being ordered off a flight last year. The airline agreed to an "amicable resolution, " aiming to ensure a safe and inclusive travel experience for everyone. The incident occu
Pam Bondi, Donald Trump's pick for Attorney General, is urged to focus on a pressing issue: violence against women. According to Paul DelPonte, the head of a national crime-fighting organization, Bondi's background in prosecuting such cases makes her well-suited for the role. With Trump facing criti
Sports betting is a popular pastime, but it's not always a safe one, especially when people use credit cards to fund their bets. This practice can lead to unexpected fees and debt, making it harder for bettors to win or even break even. Lawmakers and credit card companies could help by stopping this
In Idaho, medical boards have agreed to put a stop to investigations into healthcare providers who refer patients to other states for abortions. This decision comes as a result of an ongoing legal battle involving Planned Parenthood and two Idaho doctors. They sued Idaho's Attorney General, Raúl Lab
In the United States, many patients with polycythemia vera (PV), a blood disorder, are treated in community practices. Recent research looked at 5871 PV patients to understand their blood counts, treatments, and outcomes after six months of taking hydroxyurea (HU), a common drug used to lower blood
The Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel shocked thousands of Jews, shattering their sense of safety. This violent event, known as Israel's 9/11, saw Hamas militants breach borders, kill 1, 200 people, and take 250 captive. The Israeli military's delayed response left many feeling vulnerable. In resp
You might have heard of online tools for mental health, like cognitive bias modification (CBM) for interpretation. These tools help you think about ambiguous situations in a less scary way, and you don't need a therapist. But many people stop using these tools early, which isn't great. We need new w
Imagine you’re looking to reduce diarrheal disease in low-resource settings. You might think water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions are the answer, right? While they have shown promise, many large-scale trials haven't delivered the expected health benefits for young children. It’s like
