The neighborhood of Minneapolis will never be the same after the tragic death of George Floyd. This event shook the community to its core and left lasting impacts on many lives, including that of Andrea Jenkins. She was the first Black, openly transgender woman to hold public office in the United St
Mrs. MacNeil was a strong, independent woman who had lived a full life. She had traveled the world, made many friends, and had no regrets. She had decided it was time to say goodbye. She wanted to end her life on her own terms, with dignity and comfort. She was tired of fighting her illnesses and wa
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a serious condition that doesn't get enough attention. It's caused by alcohol exposure before birth. People with FASD often struggle to get the help they need. This can lead them into trouble with the law. A recent study looked into this issue. It compared p
The weekend is here and many people are heading to the beach or pool. It's a great time to talk about sun safety. There are many choices when it comes to protecting your skin from the sun. It's important to know what to look for. First, let's talk about sunscreen. Any sunscreen is better than none.
The way people with Parkinson's disease and related disorders (PDRD) are cared for at the end of their lives isn't fair. Men and people of color often end up in hospitals more than others. Yet, they are less likely to get hospice care. This is a big problem, but why it happens is a mystery. Hos
The brain's activity can change based on the type of sport a person engages in. This is a fact. However, it is not clear if these changes are the same across different sports. Also, it is not known how the length of time someone trains affects these changes. A recent study used a special
A group from the Amazon rainforest is taking legal action. The Marubo Tribe, living in the Javari Valley, is suing a major newspaper. They are upset about a story that came out last June. The story talked about how the tribe was dealing with the internet. The tribe feels the story made them look bad
Fenugreek, a popular herb, thrives in sandy soils when given the right care. Scientists have been testing different amounts of compost to see how it affects fenugreek growth. They tested four different amounts of compost: none, 12 tons per hectare, 18 tons per hectare, and 24 tons per hectare. Thi
A prominent politician has been vocal about the media's focus on his mental health journey. John Fetterman, a senator from Pennsylvania, has faced intense media scrutiny since he revealed his battle with depression. This scrutiny has been compared to the media's fascination with the personal life
The Cannes Film Festival had a bumpy start to its awards ceremony day. A major power outage hit the city on Saturday morning, lasting a full five hours. The blackout began around 10:15 a. m. local time. It caused quite a stir, especially since the festival's closing ceremony was scheduled for later
