AFib, or atrial fibrillation, is a heart condition that affects millions in the U. S. It happens when the heart's electrical system goes haywire, causing the upper chambers to quiver instead of pump blood efficiently. This can lead to a rapid, irregular heartbeat, making it hard to breathe, causing
Sleep apnea is a silent troublemaker. It affects many people, but often goes unnoticed. The current tests used to identify it might be outdated. This is a concern because sleep apnea is becoming more common, yet many cases are still being missed. The way we live has changed. Our lifestyles are diff
The Chornobyl disaster in 1986 changed the forests around it forever. Even now, wood from these forests is still being used. Scientists wanted to find out what makes some trees hold more radiation than others. They looked at different types of trees and soils to see how much strontium-90 and cesium-
New Zealand is making smart choices in trade as the U. S. and China fight over tariffs. The country's finance minister, Nicola Willis, recently talked about how New Zealand is focusing on stronger regional trade ties. This is important because small countries like New Zealand need to be ready for bi
In August 2021, a high-ranking research executive left Lupin Inc. , a major drug company. He said he was moving to China to take care of his parents. But on his last day, he copied 128 company files before leaving. This act is now central to a legal battle. Lupin, based in India with U. S. operatio
A recent military action in the Caribbean has led to a unique situation. Two survivors from a drug boat strike are being sent back to their home countries. This is the first time something like this has happened under the current administration. The US military struck a suspected drug vessel on Thu
Chicago saw a massive show of unity recently. Hundreds of thousands of people marched through the city's heart. They were protesting against unfair immigration actions. The march was part of a bigger movement across the country. The crowd was huge, stretching two miles long. It started at Grant Par
Federal agents are now operating in city streets, far from their usual terrain. This shift has sparked debates about their role and the rules they follow. Critics argue that agents, trained for high-risk border situations, are now in unfamiliar urban settings. Recent incidents in Chicago have highl
The U. S. military recently targeted a suspected drug vessel in the Caribbean. This incident marked the sixth such attack in recent months. President Trump announced that the two survivors would be sent back to their home countries, Ecuador and Colombia, for legal action. Trump claimed the vessel w
Vanderbilt's football team did something special on Saturday. They beat LSU 31-24. This win is a big deal for two reasons. First, it's only the seventh time in history that Vanderbilt has beaten a top-10 team. Second, this victory makes their record 6-1, which hasn't happened since 1950. Diego Pavi
