Ole Miss is making some big moves on the football field. They just got Kewan Lacy, their star running back, to stay for another season. This is a huge deal because Lacy is one of the best in the country. He has over 1, 400 rushing yards, which is third in the nation. Keeping him is a big win for the
Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Catholic Church, wrapped up the 2025 Holy Year with a strong message against materialism and prejudice. This special year saw over 33 million visitors to Rome, marking a significant moment in the Church's history. The Jubilee started under Pope Francis in
A big change is happening in how kids get their vaccines. The government is now suggesting fewer shots. This shift is getting attention, especially from people who think the old rules were too strict. A senator from Kansas, who is also a doctor, thinks this is a good move. He said it might help peo
Boston is facing a tough flu season. Two very young kids, both under 2 years old, have died from the flu. This brings the total number of child flu deaths in the state to four this season. The city has seen a big jump in flu cases. From December 14 to December 27, 2025, confirmed flu cases went up
A big mistake happened in Illinois. The Department of Human Services accidentally put private health info on a public website. This wasn't a quick slip-up. It stayed there for over three years before anyone noticed. The data belonged to hundreds of thousands of people. Some were getting help for di
South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak. The state's health officials have reported 211 cases, a significant increase from the previous week's count of 185. This rapid spread is concerning, especially since measles is highly contagious. Most of the cases are concentrated in the northwes
Congress has a big problem: people don't like it. With only 23. 7% approval, it's clear that many folks think Congress isn't doing a great job. But before you dismiss their $174, 000 salary as too high, consider what the job actually involves. Members of Congress are often away from home, working l
Healthcare costs are a hot topic. The government is stepping in to make changes. They want to make healthcare more affordable. One way they're doing this is by pushing hospitals to be transparent with their prices. This can help people make smarter choices and save money. But, the government can't d
Food allergies are no joke. They can make simple tasks, like eating out or traveling, incredibly stressful. A new gadget called Allergen Alert might change that. It's a small, portable device that can tell you if your food contains gluten or dairy in just a few minutes. The device is still in devel
A recent court decision has allowed major medical organizations to continue their legal battle against vaccine policies set by U. S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy. The lawsuit, filed by groups like the American Academy of Pediatrics, aims to challenge policies that they believe will reduce vacc
