Imagine walking through a mall on a Saturday morning, browsing through a kiosk filled with cute stuffed animals. That was what Aurora resident Michael Steinbarth was doing with his son. He had a clear view on why small businesses are so important. "They're like the backbone of our country, " he said
Chronic liver disease is a growing concern worldwide. Our fast-paced lives and improving standards of living have contributed to an increase in these conditions. Modern medicine is still struggling to find effective treatments due to the complex causes of these diseases. One promising area of resear
Starting next month, Southwest Airlines is raising the altitude at which flight attendants begin preparing the cabin for landing. From Dec. 4, they will start this process at 18, 000 feet (5, 486 meters) instead of the usual 10, 000 feet (3, 048 meters). The reason? To lower the chances of in-flight
Ever wondered how we know what we're seeing is real? It turns out our brains don't just rely on looks; they also use motion. Scientists have been studying this by focusing on how we perceive visual events. They've found that when things move, their shape, weight, and what they're made of can change
Ever wondered if forgiveness could boost your health? Scientists say yes, but it might depend on who you forgive. In a small study, researchers found that forgiving someone you care about could strengthen your immune system. They checked for Epstein-Barr virus antibodies, a sign of how well your imm
Over the past two decades, have wines from the Old World (OW) and New World (NW) become more alike in taste? To find out, researchers looked at wine reviews from two time periods: 1997-2001 and 2014-2018. They examined 31 wines each year, focusing on descriptors used by seven expert critics. The goa
Ever wondered how a brain chemical could impact how well a baby rat grows? Let's talk about serotonin. When rats lack the enzyme that helps make this important brain chemical, funny things start to happen. These baby rats have trouble bonding with their moms. They don't like her smell and barely mak
Antibiotics are crucial in treating sick animals, but their misuse can lead to big problems, like antibiotic resistance. In Ethiopia, veterinary clinics in different farming areas were studied to understand how these medicines are prescribed and used. The research aimed to see if these practices fol
As President Trump proposes new tariffs, small business owners are scrambling to protect their companies. Many are worried these higher tariffs could make things even tougher than before. Experts disagree with Trump's claims that his previous tariffs created jobs and didn't cause inflation. Analysts
It’s not just about Black Friday and Cyber Monday anymore—Small Business Saturday is making a splash! Born in 2010 by American Express and co-sponsored by the United States Small Business Administration since 2011, this shopping day puts the spotlight on local businesses. They're the heart of commun
