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Jan 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

West Virginia Duo Crafts Frosty Dragon Igloo

Imagine being bored at home during a snowy week in Fairmont, West Virginia. That's exactly what happened to Rowdy and Damon Dorman, a father-son duo who decided to make the most of the winter weather. They started building an igloo using snow blocks and an ice cooler. But they didn't stop at a regul

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Jan 13 2025POLITICS

Senate Faces Busy Week with Cabinet Hearings

This week, the Senate has a packed schedule. They're having more than a dozen hearings for President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks. Some people are expected to sail through, like Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State. But others might face tough questions, like former Fox News host Pete Hegseth f

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Jan 13 2025BUSINESS

China's Exports Surge Before Potential U. S. Tariffs

China's exports saw a surprising jump in December, growing by 10. 7% compared to the same month last year. This boost came as factories rushed to fill orders before possible higher tariffs from the incoming U. S. President, Donald Trump. Imports, on the other hand, only increased by 1%, defying expe

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Do Doctors Talk Differently to Patients of Different Races?

Think about this: some people believe that how doctors talk to patients might depend on the patient's race or ethnicity. This could be a big deal, right? So, researchers checked out a bunch of studies to see if there's any truth to this. They found a mix of results. Most studies said doctors talk th

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Dementia Risk in the US: What's Really Changing

Hey, listen up! A big study just dropped, and it’s got some serious news about dementia in the US. We used to think that about 1 in 10 men and 1 in 4 women would get dementia after age 55. But guess what? It’s way higher now. We’re talking 35% for men and 48% for women. Yikes! So, what’s causing th

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Jan 13 2025POLITICS

Biden and Netanyahu Talk Gaza: A Deal in Sight?

President Joe Biden had a chat with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday. The White House shared that they discussed efforts to reach a deal to stop fighting in Gaza and bring home the remaining hostages. Biden emphasized the urgency of a ceasefire and the need to increase humanitaria

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Malaria and Pregnancy: What Puts Moms at Risk in Ghana?

Malaria is a nasty disease that often hits the poor the hardest. When pregnant women get malaria, it can lead to serious issues like low birth weight and even baby deaths. A recent study in Ghana's Ashanti Region looked into what makes pregnant women more likely to get malaria while they're visiting

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Jan 13 2025EDUCATION

Why Some French Students Choose Veggie Meals More Often

It's no secret that cutting down on meat is good for both people and the planet. University cafeterias, where millions of students eat daily, offer a great chance to encourage young folks to try meat-free meals. This study looked at why some students in a French university cafeteria picked vegetaria

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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

Meet the Picks: Trump's Cabinet Hearings This Week

This week, the Senate will vet several of Trump's Cabinet nominees. These hearings follow weeks of private meetings. Let's see who's up first: On Tuesday, at 9 a. m. , former congressman and military chaplain Doug Collins will face the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee for the Department of Vetera

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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

Why Cohen Thinks Trump Got Off Easy

Michael Cohen, ex-lawyer and once a close confidant of Donald Trump, has some strong words about the former president's recent legal predicament. Speaking on MSNBC's "The Weekend, " Cohen expressed his dissatisfaction with Trump's sentencing, or lack thereof, for 34 counts of falsifying business rec

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