Riding electric scooters and bikes seems like a quick way to zip around town. But doctors who treat kids in emergencies see the dark side of these rides. A recent study counted nearly half a million injuries from these vehicles between 2017 and 2023. The numbers keep climbing, especially among young
Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has put the brakes on a bill that would have drastically shortened the prison sentence of former President Jair Bolsonaro. The justice ruled that the bill, which aimed to cut Bolsonaro’s 27-year sentence down to just over two years, cannot take effe
Pennsylvania lawmakers are debating bills that would stop pet shops from selling dogs and cats sourced from professional breeders. The idea is that this move will shut down puppy mills, but the evidence shows otherwise. When states like New York and California enacted similar bans, they ended up har
Ned Rozell, who spent three decades writing about Alaska’s science for the university’s forum, rode a 515‑mile bike trip from Fairbanks to Unalakleet before he retired. During the ride, he was honored with three awards: the Edith Bullock Prize from the University of Alaska Foundation, the Roger Smit
The conversation around chocolate has shifted from sweet indulgence to a potential health ally, especially when it comes to heart wellness. Dark chocolate stands out because it contains the highest amount of cocoa, which brings a rich supply of flavanols and polyphenols—natural compounds that may in
The U. S. Indo‑Pacific Command recently ran a Bitcoin node, sparking talk about the cryptocurrency’s role in national defense. A senior commander highlighted Bitcoin as a “valuable computer science tool” that could help project power across the globe. The comment came after Iran asked for Bitcoin to
The United States and Iran have not moved closer to ending their conflict, even as fighting flares in the Gulf. A recent exchange of fire broke out around the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow passage that once carried about twenty percent of global oil traffic. The U. S. says it struck two vessels linked
A federal judge in Florida has handed down a default judgment and permanent injunction against a tax‑service owner who repeatedly filed false returns for clients. The court found that the preparer had fabricated deductions, misrepresented income by inventing business losses, and used home‑energy cre
The Barclay offers a relaxed, community‑focused environment for seniors in North Chesterfield. Residents can enjoy meals that are prepared by a chef, giving them both convenience and taste in every bite. Daily activities are designed to keep minds sharp and bodies active, from art classes to gentl
Longevity is usually seen as a medical issue. People talk about hospitals, medicines and diet. But the real story is bigger. Social ties and purpose matter just as much as health care. Research shows that friends keep us alive longer. A study at Harvard found that people who love their relationship
