Mental illness can be a lonely journey, not just for the person experiencing it, but also for their family. Mitul Desai knows this all too well. His brother's schizophrenia diagnosis was a long and confusing process. Doctors initially misdiagnosed him with various conditions, causing chaos and fear.
Alcohol doesn't just cause a headache or dry mouth the next day. It can also lead to urgent bathroom trips, a problem sometimes called "booze butt. " Doctors say alcohol can irritate the digestive tract, change gut bacteria, and mess with how the intestines absorb water. Dr. Leybelis Padilla, a gut
In the world of tiny creatures, there's a new hero for chickens. Meet Y86, a special kind of bacteria found in the guts of chickens. It's not just any bacteria, though. It's a champion at fighting off bad germs and can handle tough conditions. Y86 is a type of Lactobacillus gallinarum. Scientists f
CuriosityStream, a big name in factual entertainment, is gearing up for a busy week at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference. This event is a big deal for tech and media folks, and it's happening in New York at the Lotte NY Palace Hotel. The company's CEO, Clint Stinchcomb, will be in the spotl
In the heart of Bolivia's Chaco region, a big effort is underway to improve care for long-term health issues. This isn't just about one place; it's happening in 15 health centers across Camiri and the Guaraní Kereimba Iyaambae Indigenous Autonomous Government (GAIGKI). The goal? To find out what's w
In Minnesota, Governor Tim Walz recently stirred up a storm with his comments on a big fraud case. He said that "a lot of white men should be holding a lot of white men accountable for the crimes that they have committed. " This was in response to fraud in the state's social services, where some peo
In a French language class, a person from Russia shared surprising views on the Ukraine conflict. They believed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy was at fault for not keeping promises to Russia. This led to a "limited, special operation" by Russia, as they saw it. The conversation was shocking, showing
Tatiana Schlossberg, a well-known journalist and author, has passed away. She was the granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy. Her family shared the sad news on social media. They said she will always be remembered. Tatiana was only 36 years old. She had been fighting a rare form of cance
A nonprofit group has taken a bold step. They filed a complaint against a federal judge. The judge is accused of creating a toxic work environment. This is not the first time such allegations have been made against Judge Sarah Merriam. The Legal Accountability Project, a group that supports judicia
France is making big moves to protect kids from social media. Starting in 2026, kids under 15 won't be allowed to use social media. This is part of a bigger plan to keep kids safe online. The French government is also planning to ban phones in high schools. This rule is already in place for younger
