New Jersey has been through a tough winter, with temperatures dropping to extreme lows. The good news is that relief is on the way. The National Weather Service predicts that temperatures will rise above normal soon. For example, around Teterboro Airport, the high is expected to reach 42 degrees on
New York City's Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has put forward a plan to raise taxes on the wealthy. He wants to add a 2% tax on those earning over a million dollars each year. This idea is part of his campaign promises. He also wants to increase the corporate tax rate. During a recent budget hearing, Mamd
Researchers followed 200, 000 health workers for three decades to see how different eating patterns affect heart disease. The study shows that simply cutting carbs or fats does not guarantee protection. If people ate a low‑carb diet filled with refined sugars and processed foods, their risk of heart
New Jersey’s harsh winter chill is starting to lift. By midweek, temperatures will settle closer to normal highs, easing the pressure on residents who have endured an intense cold spell. Highs on Monday afternoon reached the upper 20s to low 30s, signaling a gradual break from the arctic high tha
Researchers want to know why stem‑cell treatments help some people with inflammation but not all. The focus is on mesenchymal stromal cells, or MSCs, which can lower immune reactions. Many clinical trials have shown that the treatments are safe, but it is still unclear how well they work because sci
New York has added a new option for people who are seriously ill and expect to die within six months. The state’s newest law lets them request medication that can end their life, but only after a set of careful checks. First, there is a five‑day pause between the doctor’s order and when the medicine
New rules are in place for those who help people file their taxes in New York. The state's tax department has updated its guide for tax preparers. This guide is a must-read for anyone who helps others with their income tax returns. First, some tax preparers must register with the state. This is not
Researchers found that a specific protein, Adamts5, plays a big role in muscle healing. When this protein is missing, muscles don't heal as well after an injury. This is because the protein helps control inflammation and scarring, which are important for muscle repair. In an experiment, scientists
Researchers have been looking into how different metal compounds affect cells. They used a special tool called Raman spectroscopy to study this. This tool helps see changes inside cells without needing any labels. They tested three types of metal compounds: copper(II), manganese(II), and silver(I).
New York is stepping up to give families a financial boost. Starting in 2026, more families can get money back through the Empire State Child Credit. This isn't just a small change; it's a big deal. Before, only certain families could get this help. Now, the rules are changing to include more people
