These days, basketball teams like Duke and the Boston Celtics are relying heavily on their three-point shooting. But Michigan State, led by coach Tom Izzo, seems to be defying this trend. The Spartans are taking and making three-pointers less frequently than most other teams, yet they're still winni
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects many kids and teens. Methylphenidate is a common drug used to manage it. But some people worry if using it for a long time is safe for the heart. Researchers have found some possible risks, like high blood pressure, heart attacks, irregular hea
Imagine trying to manage rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with medications that just don't seem to work. That's the reality for many patients with a form of RA called Difficult-to-Treat RA (D2T-RA). This type of RA can be tough to handle, even with multiple treatments. What's interesting is that obesity an
Ever wondered which side of the knee fares better when it comes to treating worn-out cartilage? Scientists are asking the same question, pitting lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) against medial UKA. These operations replace damaged cartilage on one side of the knee, but they target di
Elliot Wilkinson, a 40-year-old man, was one of the 14 people killed in a violent incident in New Orleans this week. Federal authorities are treating this as a possible terrorist attack. Elliot had been recently released from prison and was homeless but had been making efforts to find a place to liv
From rural Georgia to Washington and back, various events will take place over the next week to honor the life and career of President Jimmy Carter. The celebrations are specially tailored to represent his roots in the small town of Plains, his political journey through Georgia and Washington, and h
Researchers have come up with a smart new way to figure out how much coastal cliffs are eroding. They combined data from drones, satellites, and laser measurements to see how bad the erosion is. This method helps us understand both natural wear and tear on cliffs and damage to protective structures
In 2024, Detroit hit a significant milestone: the lowest homicide rate since 1965 with 203 victims. Despite the city's population growth, this is a clear sign of progress in combating its violent reputation. Mayor Mike Duggan noted this trend, recalling when the city first got under 400 homicides in
Kicking off the year, former President Jimmy Carter, who rose from being a peanut farmer to leading the country and then devoted his life to humanitarian work, passed away at 100. It was a somber start to 2025. In New Orleans, a terrorist attack claimed 14 lives and injured over 30, leading to the p
In 2025, classrooms in California will experience significant changes. Fewer phones in schools, updated history lessons, and new course requirements are on the horizon. California universities are saying goodbye to legacy admissions, where students were favored if they had family or donor ties. Thi
