Two big government groups are teaming up to enforce new rules about transgender athletes. The Justice Department and the Department of Education are creating a special team. This team will focus on making sure that transgender women don't compete in women's sports or use women's restrooms. The reaso
The battle against lymphatic filariasis (LF) is far from over. This disease, caused by tiny worms like Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugia timori, is a big problem in many tropical and subtropical areas. It affects millions of people, causing serious health issues and social problems. Th
A recent court decision put a halt to a significant change in public health funding. A federal judge stepped in to stop the Department of Health and Human Services from ending $11 billion in public health grants. These funds had been supporting states during the Covid-19 pandemic. The judge's dec
The political landscape in Europe is shifting. Hungary has made a significant announcement. It plans to step back from the International Criminal Court (ICC). This decision comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embarks on a visit to Hungary. The ICC had issued an arrest warrant for Net
Hungary made a significant announcement. It plans to leave the International Criminal Court. This decision came just as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Budapest. Netanyahu is currently wanted by the ICC. The ICC has accused Netanyahu of se
The famous action star Jean-Claude Van Damme, known for his intense fight scenes and thick accent, is now facing serious accusations. Over a decade ago, he was supposedly involved in a disturbing situation in Cannes, France. Five women, linked to a criminal group led by a Romanian businessman, were
Gadolinium, a heavy metal, has been quietly making its way into our waterways. It's a rare earth element that's quite toxic in its Gd3+ form. To make it safe for use in MRI scans, it's bound to other molecules. However, once it's used, it's not so easy to get rid of. Wastewater treatment plants stru
In the heart of Columbus, Ohio, a silent battle is unfolding in the city's waterways. This battle is not fought with weapons, but with tiny, invisible warriors known as Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales, or CPE for short. These superbugs have become a significant threat in hospitals, but they
The military is a unique community. It is not just about physical strength and discipline. The mental health of service members is equally important. A recent look into the lives of active U. S. service members reveals that everyday struggles, not just medical issues, play a big role in their mental
The 2024 presidential race had an unexpected twist. A prominent figure in the Democratic Party had doubts about Kamala Harris's chances. This figure was none other than former President Barack Obama. He was not convinced that Harris could secure a win. This revelation came from a political book tha
