Losing weight is tough, but for Ludovic Zamor, it was a journey of self-discovery and resilience. At 27, he weighed 275 pounds, and simple tasks like climbing stairs felt like a challenge. His life had taken a tough turn after the pandemic and the loss of his manager and teacher. He was struggling w
Los Angeles is full of stories. And now, three of them just got a helping hand. A grant meant to keep filmmakers in L. A. has given $30, 000 to three documentary projects. That's right, three winners instead of one. The cash will help these films grow and shine. The idea behind the grant is simple:
Los Cabos, a sunny paradise in Mexico, is a favorite spot for many travelers. However, the U. S. Department of State has a warning for those planning to visit. They've issued a Level 2 advisory for Baja California Sur, which includes Los Cabos. This means travelers should be extra careful due to ris
Fireworks light up the sky during celebrations, but they also light up emergency rooms. This review looks at the growing problem of firework injuries in the U. S. and what can be done about it. First, let's talk about who gets hurt. Mostly, it's guys. And where do they get hurt? Mostly in the hands
Los Angeles is known for its glamour, but behind the scenes, filming here comes with a hefty price tag. The city's high permit fees and strict regulations are driving producers away. In 2019, an independent filmmaker paid $1, 500 a day for a fire marshal to inspect his shoot location in Griffith Par
Fire detectives, also known as investigators, are not born with their skills. They have to learn them, just like anyone else. In Minnesota, these detectives-in-training get a special kind of classroom: a house that has been set on fire on purpose. This house is in a rural part of Anoka County. A few
Los Angeles is seeing a big drop in homicides. The city is on track to have the fewest murders in nearly 60 years. This is a huge deal because crime rates have been a big talking point in politics lately. The numbers show a clear trend. In the first half of the year, homicides dropped by more than
Firefighters are known for their strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork. Yet, the overall health culture within their organizations is often overlooked. A recent study set out to change that by creating a tool to measure this aspect of firefighter life. The tool, with 34 questions, was designed to
Losing a partner early in life can be incredibly tough. It brings a lot of stress and can even lead to serious health problems. This isn't just about feeling sad. The body goes through some big changes too. One key change is an increase in inflammation. This isn't the kind of inflammation you see on
Losing weight is tough, but keeping it off can be even tougher. Many people struggle with weight regain after successfully shedding pounds. This is where digital health tools come into play. Researchers wanted to see if a web-based system could help people maintain their weight loss over the long te
