The Supreme Court has agreed to take on a big case about religion and taxes. The question is whether places like Catholic Charities should be exempt from state unemployment taxes because of their religious ties. Catholic Charities says it should be exempt, but Wisconsin's highest court disagrees. Th
Did you know that the Southeastern United States has some of the lowest kidney transplant rates in the country? It's true. And it's not just about numbers. There are big differences in who gets these life-saving procedures based on race and money. To tackle this, a study called RaDIANT was launched
Meet Travis Hunter, the phenom from Colorado who's making waves in college football. This two-way star has just bagged two prestigious awards: the Chuck Bednarik Award for best defensive player and the Fred Biletnikoff Award for top receiver. That's right, he's the best at both offense and defense.
Imagine a holiday party so amazing that kids look forward to it all year! That's the annual event put on by Top Dawg Entertainment at Nickerson Gardens in Watts, Los Angeles. This year was extra special, marking the 11th time the record label has thrown this grand bash. The mission? Spread joy and g
Ever wondered why some online talks become super popular while others flop? It turns out that the amount of information packed into a talk plays a big role. Researchers found that when a talk covers too many topics, it can be tough for viewers to follow along. This makes the talk less appealing, esp
Ever wondered why some kids with hearing loss in one ear manage school just fine, while others need extra support? It turns out, it's not just about the ears. Researchers have dug deeper and found that health issues play a big part too. They studied kids who needed extra help in school or had troubl
Ever wondered how some people live to be over 100 years old? A researcher from University College London has a surprising answer. He found that many of the world's oldest people come from places with bad health and poor record-keeping. This means the data we have about extreme longevity might not be
As the clock strikes midnight on January 1, 2025, the incoming Trump administration is set to shake up the economic landscape. Inflation, which has been gradually decreasing, is still a major concern. The Federal Reserve has begun cutting interest rates, but the question remains: will inflation stic
You might be curious about how marijuana use affects the mental health of adults in the US. Researchers set out to discover if there's a link between using marijuana and experiencing serious psychological distress (SPD). They looked at a big group of people from all around the country to find out.
When Magic Johnson sold his custom-designed sneakers for $1 million in December, it set a record for charity. The NBA legend aimed to fund college dreams for kids with incarcerated parents. But the story doesn't end there. Another hoops legend, Steve Nash, stepped into the game with his own unique t
