Let's chat about a little-known genetic disorder called classical homocystinuria (HCU). It's a rare condition that messes with how your body handles two key substances, homocysteine and methionine. These usually help build proteins, but in people with HCU, their levels go sky-high. Now, you might th
President Trump's first week back in the White House was packed with actions that hint at what his next four years might look like. He started by pardoning over 1, 500 people involved in the Capitol attack, showing he's not holding back. Trump also ended security details for some former officials an
In Oakland, a 34-year-old resident, Elijah Rucker, had his murder case declared a mistrial after five weeks of trial. Rucker was accused of killing 34-year-old Romell Wright over a debt, but the jury couldn't agree on a verdict. The incident happened on January 7th, around 8 a. m. , on the 1700 bloc
Imagine learning how to administer chemotherapy without any real-world risks. That's what a group of nursing students did, thanks to a smartphone virtual reality (VR) training program. This study looked into how well nursing students accepted this new way of learning. The VR training was designed t
The Justice Department, under new leadership, has made a surprising move by limiting prosecutions against people who block reproductive health clinics. In a memo, the department's chief of staff, Chad Mizelle, stated that these cases will only be pursued in exceptional situations. The memo also orde
Last Friday, thousands gathered for the March for Life, the largest anti-abortion rally in the U. S. Donald Trump and his vice president, JD Vance, took the stage to make some big promises. Vance assured the crowd that the Department of Justice would stop prosecuting anti-abortion activists. He even
In Santiago, Chile, a big event named the I International Commemorative Congress of Professional Midwifery is happening. This event is special because it's celebrating the 190th anniversary of midwifery history. Imagine that – over 190 years of helping bring new life into the world! The congress is
Ethiopia's Wollo area is heavily reliant on rain for agriculture, but the amount and distribution of rainfall can vary greatly over time and space. A recent study looked into how much and how often it rained in Wollo from 1981 to 2022. The study used data from the Climate Hazards Group Infrared Prec
Steuart Smith, a well-known guitarist who has been playing live with the Eagles since 2001, has decided to leave the band. This decision comes after he was diagnosed with Parkinsonism, a condition that impacts movement and overall health. Smith, known for his versatility, has worked with big names l
The world is seeing more people reaching their golden years. This means we need to pay extra attention to issues like elder abuse. The World Health Organization says that one out of every six people over 60 has faced some kind of abuse. This could be physical, mental, neglect, money issues, or even
