Ever wondered how air quality might affect marathon times? A study from researchers at an Ivy League university decided to find out. They looked at over 2. 5 million male and female marathon finishers, and added pollution data to the mix. How did they do this? They used a fancy model to pinpoint pol
Ever heard of the Guardian Angels? They're a group of volunteers who help keep New York City's subways safe. After a scary incident where a woman was set on fire on a train, they've decided to start patrolling again. The group's founder, Curtis Sliwa, says they'll be checking on people who seem trou
Did you know that your favorite Cappuccino Meltaway Bars might have a little surprise inside? Gardners Candies from Pennsylvania is recalling these bars because they could contain cashews that weren't listed on the label. This is a big deal for the 4 million Americans who are allergic to tree nuts.
As COVID-19 restrictions eased, there was a surge in viral respiratory infections (VRIs). This increase might have raised the risk of invasive bacterial infections (IBIs), such as complicated pneumonia, sinusitis, and invasive group A streptococcus (iGAS). To understand these changes better, researc
Will Ferrell, known for his role as Buddy the Elf, made a surprising appearance at a recent NHL game. He showed up in full Buddy the Elf costume, a look from his 2003 movie "Elf. " This happened on December 29, 2024, at Los Angeles' Crypto. com Arena. He watched the game between the LA Kings and the
The Green Bay Packers had a tough day against the Minnesota Vikings' passing attack. Quarterback Sam Darnold threw for 377 yards and looked sharp against a Packers defense that was missing key players like Jaire Alexander, Evan Williams, and Quay Walker. Darnold completed an impressive 33 passes ou
In a recent announcement, President Joe Biden revealed a substantial $2. 5 billion support package for Ukraine. This aid comes as the Ukrainian people bravely stand against Russia's invasion, which began in February 2022. The United States has been a leading voice in rallying global support for Ukra
Ever wondered how stuff like ancient artifacts, fossils, and animals end up in private collections? Let's take a look at what happens behind the scenes in these markets. It turns out, the rules aren't exactly clear-cut. Laws vary from place to place, leading to some pretty big loopholes. These incon
You might have heard about the American Heart Association's Life's Essential 8 (LE8)—a set of guidelines to keep your heart healthy. But have you ever wondered if following these guidelines could help with tough-to-treat high blood pressure? Let’s take a look. Researchers dived into data from the N
Did you know that high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, doesn't affect men and women the same way? While guidelines for treating it are often similar, there are unique challenges and opportunities for women. Throughout their lives, women can face different hypertension risks and responses
