You know, cancer has been the top cause of death for folks under 85 for quite some time now. But here's something interesting: a new report says that certain cancers are becoming more common among women and younger adults in the US. This is a big deal because, historically, men were at a higher risk
La Grange officials recently expressed their doubts about a proposal to bring coworking space and a small restaurant to downtown. The village wants to keep downtown vibrant with restaurants and shops, hoping to boost sales tax income. Brick & Mortar, which runs coworking spaces in other suburbs, wan
Hitchhiking is often depicted as dangerous, especially when it comes to sexual homicides. But have you ever wondered why? Researchers have just started to dig into this topic, comparing hitchhiking victims with those involved in sex work. The results? Offenders see hitchhikers as easy targets for ab
The COVID-19 pandemic, which started in 2020, turned our world upside down. One of the key strategies to fight the virus was vaccination. At the same time, the internet became a go-to place for people to find health information. However, with the rise of social media, misleading information also spr
Imagine this: a social media giant suddenly decides to loosen its rules on hate speech and ditch its fact-checkers. This is what's happening at Meta, the company behind Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, sees this as a return to the company's roots, promoting free speech.
In the past, a glass of wine was seen as healthy and classy. But now, research shows alcohol isn't so great for you. What does this mean for your happy hour? Alcohol use has been on a steady decline among many people due to health concerns, sleep issues, and the realization that you don't need to
In Frank Herbert's "Dune" universe, people dream of sandworms, but the story is much bigger. Thousands of years before the events of "Dune, " a major war happened. This war was against a group of people who loved machines that could think and make decisions on their own. These machines weren't just
In the heartbreaking saga of the Los Angeles fires, one name stands out: JJ Redick, the newly appointed Lakers head coach, lost his family home. Redick, along with his wife Chelsea and their kids, traded their beloved Brooklyn community for L. A. this summer. Despite initial hesitations, they were s
Residents in parts of Upper Manhattan are frustrated. Since New York City started charging drivers to enter certain parts of the city, their streets have turned into parking nightmares. Many commuters are avoiding the new $9 toll by parking their cars in these neighborhoods and taking public transpo
Imagine waking up on January 11th and finding out that something you've been doing for years is actually harmful. That's what happened in 1964 when U. S. Surgeon General Luther Terry released a report saying smoking cigarettes is a serious health risk. This wasn't just any report; it was a game-chan
