Ever felt lonely? You're not alone. Lots of people feel this way, and it's a big deal for health. But what does loneliness do to our brains, especially for people with schizophrenia or depression? Researchers are just starting to figure this out. Schizophrenia and depression make people feel really
When news spread about possible mass deportations in Chicago, many undocumented workers decided to stay home. Martin Ramos, who moved from Mexico without proper papers, stocked up on groceries and kept his kids out of soccer practice. He knows an arrest would threaten his family's future. At the fac
Hey there, did you know that the Trump administration has just broadened the powers of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers? Now, these officers can speed up the removal of certain undocumented immigrants who can't prove they've been in the U. S. for more than two years. This policy is
Did you know that depression can significantly increase your chances of developing metabolic syndrome? This isn't just a small risk—it's about two times greater! But why is this the case? Well, there are several factors at play. Behaviors, body functions, genes, and even the treatments for depressio
Legendary Entertainment, known for hits like "Dune, " is joining forces with Patrick Wachsberger, the Oscar-winning producer of "CODA, " to create a new film venture called 193. Wachsberger, who has a long history in the industry, will lead this new company as CEO. 193 will focus on making and selli
On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump surprised everyone by pardoning over 1, 500 people charged in the January 6, 2021, U. S. Capitol attack. This includes those convicted of serious crimes like seditious conspiracy and assaulting police officers. Even leaders of extremist groups
Imagine Linda McMahon stepping into the education ring, ready to shake things up. She's no stranger to change, having transformed World Wrestling Entertainment and helped small businesses as the Small Business Administrator. Her secret weapon? School choice. McMahon wants to put power back in parent
Electing Donald Trump as President has sparked discussions about potential changes to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). One of the most talked-about nominations is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health Secretary. Kennedy is known for his vaccine skepticism and has proposed reducing the H
Next week, federal immigration officers plan to round up over 300 people with serious criminal records in the Chicago area, marking a significant move under President-elect Donald Trump's deportation agenda. The operation, starting soon after Trump takes office, will target individuals with violent
Cancer survivors often deal with something called cancer-related fatigue. It's one of the most common problems they face. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) might help with this fatigue, but we're not sure exactly how it works. A group of researchers looked back at a study where peop
