A recent study in France followed patients who had to be moved into the intensive care unit because of a fungal infection caused by Cryptococcus. The fungus is usually harmless to healthy people, but it can become deadly when the immune system is weak. The research team collected data from severa
The state’s plan to end extra child‑care payments for foster families on Jan. 1, 2026 has sparked a fierce response from those who care for children in crisis. When the pandemic hit, Alaska covered every dollar of foster child‑care costs. Now it will pay only a small state rate that falls far below
Finding happiness doesn’t always mean big events or grand celebrations. People often overlook the small chances to smile that appear in daily life. When we pause and notice these moments, our outlook can shift from routine to bright. Consider a morning coffee that tastes just right or a frien
The first Cruisin’ the Day for United Way turned River Parishes Community College’s parking lot into a lively showcase of classic cars, food stalls and fundraising activities. Over 150 vehicles—from Mustangs to Studebakers—lined up for judged contests, while twenty craft and food vendors offered tas
American researchers are moving overseas because money for science in the U. S. is shrinking. The last year’s cuts hit projects on inequality, gender and climate change hard. Universities stopped hiring new staff, cut graduate spots and reduced PhD places. Other countries see this as a chance
Home owners are pausing big upgrades because they worry about jobs and money. A recent report from a major hardware store shows sales barely grew this year. The company’s boss said people are scared to spend on big projects when they’re not sure about jobs or prices. He linked the hesitation to l
In the latest season of Paradise, the focus shifts from a simple underground shelter to a complex web of hidden agendas and scientific mysteries. The story begins when Samantha Redmond wakes from a coma, only to find the world she once led has changed dramatically. With President Cal Bradford dead a
WWE fans are buzzing because the legendary Undertaker has shown up backstage in Atlanta for Monday Night RAW on February 23. The show is already set to honor AJ Styles, a wrestler who grew up in Georgia and whose return after a loss at the 2026 Royal Rumble is highly anticipated. WrestleVotes
The U. S. Supreme Court chose not to bring the National Rifle Association’s lawsuit back into play after a lower court once again dismissed it. The case centers on Maria Vullo, who served as the head of New York’s Department of Financial Services. The NRA claims that she pressured banks and in
The past year has seen science and medicine tangled in a web of political decisions that leave many questions unanswered. Governments have cut funding for research, sending scientists and universities into a crisis of trust and resources. Key agencies that once guided public health have been r
