Things are getting tense between Ireland and Israel. On Sunday, Israel announced it would shut down its embassy in Ireland. This move is due to what Israel calls “extreme anti-Israel policies” from Ireland. Ireland had previously said it would recognize a Palestinian state and is now supporting a ca
Idiopathic inflammatory myopathies, or IIMs, are a group of autoimmune disorders that mainly cause muscle inflammation. While it was once thought that kidney issues were rare in IIM patients, recent studies show that about 21-23% of these patients experience some form of renal involvement. These iss
President-elect Donald Trump is stepping into a world full of heated conflicts. Two experts from Indiana University are warning that his 'America First' policy might not be the best move. The U. S. is already facing intense wars in places like Ukraine and the Middle East. Trump has a lot on his plat
The New York Giants faced the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, and it wasn't a pretty sight. The game started with a fun halftime show featuring mascots and kids playing football. That was about the only exciting part for Giants fans. The Ravens were the clear favorites, and the Giants lost their ninth s
In the small town of Tel Rifaat, Syria, the skies were finally still after years of turmoil. Ali, a 48-year-old guard, sat by a wood stove at an old police post, watching over the northern entrance. He was cautious, using only his first name for safety. But this night was different; there were no bo
Professional athlete Gable Steveson has had quite the journey. He was let go by WWE in May and then tried his hand at the NFL. Neither worked out as planned. But instead of giving up, he returned to his roots in NCAA wrestling. When asked about the challenges of different sports, Steveson had some i
For more than five decades, Syria has been under a grim dictatorship. The Assad government, known for harsh repression, fell swiftly after 14 years of constant conflict. This abrupt change has sparked a sense of unity and celebration among Syrians. But there's a growing concern, particularly in nort
As Week 15 of the NFL unfolds, weather is set to make its presence felt, especially in Cleveland. A winter weather advisory is in place until noon ET, just before the Browns host the Chiefs at 1 p. m. ET. AccuWeather predicts cloudy conditions with a 50% chance of precipitation and temperatures arou
In early 2023, news broke that Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez were heading for divorce after two years of marriage. By March 2024, the split was final. Around the same time, Grande released her new album, Eternal Sunshine, which fans quickly dubbed a "divorce album. " The singer has opened up about
Trichinella spiralis parasites are sneaky. They trick muscle cells into becoming "nurse cells, " feeding and protecting them. Medicines like verapamil, used for other health issues, might mess with this clever plan. Scientists tested verapamil, ivermectin (IVM), and both together against these paras
