A man spent $6, 000 to install a sturdy aluminum wheelchair ramp for his paralyzed father, only to return home and find a neighbor had poured concrete over the folding sections. The neighbor claimed the ramp looked "depressing" and hurt the upscale appearance of their historic street. She locked the
New Mexico’s doctors get judged by raw numbers—like how 0. 7% account for half the malpractice payouts in the state. But putting neurosurgeons in the same group as skin doctors misses a key fact: brains and spines are far riskier to operate on. Research shows neurosurgeons are sued far more often th
Some people with heart failure get a special device called a cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) implant. This gadget sends electrical signals to help the heart beat in sync. But for nearly half of patients, it just doesn’t work well. When that happens, their heart function stays poor, and they’
Elton “Bull” Mango wasn’t just a coach or teacher—he was the kind of person who made an entire community feel seen. A DeRidder High School field house now bears his name, but his impact went far beyond sports. Born in 1943, Mango faced early hardship—his father left early, and his mother died when h
The Mets’ star outfielder, Juan Soto, is dealing with a calf injury that has prompted medical advice for him to sit out a week or more. An MRI of his right calf revealed only a minor, grade‑1 strain, but a respected sports physician has urged the team to keep him off the field for 7‑10 days. The
A fresh batch of entrepreneurs has crossed the finish line, receiving official business licenses that allow them to operate legally across a variety of sectors. The latest approvals include a hair salon, a jewelry shop, a bookkeeping service, and several other enterprises ranging from medical specia
People often think aging means slowing down, but many studies show that staying active, curious, and connected can keep the body and mind sharp. One key idea is “thriving, ” which means feeling fulfilled even when life throws challenges your way. A good start is moving regularly. Even a short walk
Cameroonian lawmakers have voted to bring back the vice‑president post after a long pause. The decision was made by both houses of parliament, where the ruling party held a strong majority. A vote of 200 to 18 shows that the change has wide support among those in power. The new rules say that if Pr
Politics often runs on loyalty, but not all loyalties last forever. The recent firing of a top official highlights a harsh truth: blind loyalty to power doesn’t guarantee job security. This official, known for defending the administration’s controversial moves, found herself out of work not because
The annual car show on Fifth Avenue sparks heated debates every year. Some call it a beloved tradition that raises millions for local charities like St. Matthew’s House and Habitat for Humanity. Others argue it has grown out of control—clogging streets, overwhelming sidewalks and turning a once-char
