In 2021, a study dug into how internet access at home might be linked to diabetes rates across US counties. The idea was to see if having more people online could mean fewer diabetes cases, even when other factors like income and education are considered. The study looked at data from over 3, 000 c
Tafamidis is a medicine that helps people with a tricky heart condition called transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, or ATTR-CM for short. This condition can also cause nerve problems, but not everyone with ATTR-CM gets both heart and nerve issues. However, those who do have both often struggle to f
AI is making waves in understanding human personalities. But how well can it really do this? Let's break it down. First, AI has been getting better at guessing personality traits. But most studies have not looked closely at how reliable these guesses are. They also haven't checked how these AI meth
Sports is big business. To make the list of top sports empires, you need to own at least one team worth over a billion dollars and have other sports investments worth at least half a billion. This means only the biggest players in the game get a spot. When figuring out how much these empires are wo
Rochester is getting a major sports upgrade. The city council just greenlit the outdoor design for a huge sports and recreation complex. This isn't just any project—it's a $65 million investment, funded by the city's sales tax extension that voters approved last year. The complex will sprawl across
De Anza College is finally giving its old physical education complex a much-needed makeover. The plan? A $53 million renovation that's been in the works for years. The state is footing most of the bill, covering 75% of the cost, while the rest comes from the district's savings and bond funds. The c
People from all corners of the globe and throughout time have shared stories of near-death experiences (NDEs). These tales are not all the same. Some are quite different. Yet, many have common threads. This makes people wonder: Do these experiences hint at life after death, or are they just tricks o
EPCOT's International Festival of the Holidays is back for 2025, promising a mix of festive fun and cultural experiences. Starting right after Thanksgiving, November 28, and running through December 30, this festival is a must-visit for anyone looking to celebrate the season in style. One of the hi
Gerald Vick, a 31-year-old from Dorchester, is finally set to face a judge in Suffolk Superior Court. This comes after a lengthy manhunt that spanned several months. Vick was caught in Lithia Springs, Georgia, just 13 days ago by U. S. Marshals. He is accused of multiple serious charges, including e
College football rivalries have some of the most unique and creative names. These names often reflect the history, location, or culture of the schools involved. Some names are simple and straightforward, while others are more elaborate and imaginative. The names can also reflect the intensity of the
