The National Sleep Foundation ran surveys before and after the U. S. presidential election in 2024 to see how big events affect how people sleep. They asked thousands of Americans about their nightly rest and any changes they noticed around election day. The results show that many people repor
Trump has been busy talking about the economy, especially inflation. In five speeches since December, he said inflation was beaten or falling more than 20 times, but most people still see higher prices. He spent a lot of time on other topics – immigration, critics from the opposite party, and
The Caribbean nation of Haiti has slipped into a state of uncertainty as its temporary governing body’s authority expired, leaving no clear next step for leadership. The nine‑person council that was set up in April to calm violent gang clashes and prepare for elections has seen its power fade amid
New York has added a new option for people who are seriously ill and expect to die within six months. The state’s newest law lets them request medication that can end their life, but only after a set of careful checks. First, there is a five‑day pause between the doctor’s order and when the medicine
A recent study from several hospitals across Japan looked at how two different kinds of PET scanners perform when used for breast imaging. The first type is a “ring‑shaped” machine that surrounds the patient, while the second uses an “opposite‑type” design that places detectors on opposite sides. Re
Recent years have seen a shift toward keeping the neck moving when treating spine problems. Instead of fusing bone segments together, doctors can now replace a damaged disc with an artificial one that still allows motion. This technique is called cervical disk arthroplasty, or CDA for short. The ne
The governor of California is caught between two big fights. One side wants to keep every child and adult, no matter where they come from, covered by state health care. The other side worries that the budget is already tight and more spending could hurt the economy. Newsom promised a future where
Physical activity can help people feel happier and think sharper, but not all exercise is the same. Researchers noticed that most studies lump together work‑related and leisure‑time workouts, even though the two might influence depression and brain health differently. In a recent study focused on a
Barron Trump, son of former President Donald Trump, may be involved in a new business venture. This company, Sollos Yerba Mate Inc. , is a yerba mate beverage business. Yerba mate is a popular drink in South America. It is known for its caffeine content and unique flavor. The company was officiall
People in the United States are really worried about health care costs. It's not just groceries or rent that's causing stress, but the price of staying healthy. A recent poll shows that this worry is so big, it might even change how people vote in the next election. The poll found that about three-
