The U. S. government has rolled out two new plans to tackle high drug prices for seniors and people with disabilities. These plans, called GUARD and GLOBE, will start in 2026 and 2027. The goal is to make sure drug prices under Medicare are more like those in other countries with similar economies.
The college football playoffs are here, and the excitement is building. This season has been full of surprises, and the first round is set to deliver more drama. Four games are on the schedule, with two expected to be close and two likely to be blowouts. But in the playoffs, anything can happen, esp
Diabetes is becoming more common in young adults. It's a serious health issue. This condition is often diagnosed before age 40. It's called early-onset type 2 diabetes. It's different from the type that affects older adults. Early-onset diabetes progresses quickly. It also has a higher risk of compl
In Bangladesh, the death of a key student activist has set off a wave of protests. Sharif Osman bin Hadi, 32, passed away in a Singapore hospital. He had been fighting for his life since being shot in the head on December 12th. Hadi was a vocal opponent of the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's g
In a move that's got everyone talking, former President Trump is heading to Rocky Mount, North Carolina. This visit comes right after the state's filing period for the 2026 elections wrapped up, and it's clear that North Carolina is a battleground state with some serious political stakes. Trump's b
The holiday season is a time for joy, but it's also a time when scammers are extra active. With so much going on, it's easy to let our guard down. Nearly 9 out of 10 adults have either been targeted or tricked by a scam during the holidays. One common trick is fake stores on social media. These sto
In 2006, a young journalist visited Pfizer to discuss the company's research and development (R&D) plans. This was a time when the pharmaceutical industry was facing a significant drop in productivity. During the 1990s, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved 311 new medicines. However, in t
A man from Portugal is suspected of killing an MIT professor. The suspect and the victim were once classmates. The victim, Nuno Loureiro, was a well-known professor at MIT. He studied physics in Portugal before moving to the U. S. The suspect, Claudio Neves Valente, also studied in Portugal. He came
Jelly Roll, the country star, has been granted a pardon by Tennessee's governor. This move acknowledges his efforts to turn his life around after a troubled past. The rapper-turned-singer, whose real name is Jason Deford, has been open about his journey from drugs and prison to redemption. The gove
Cardiac Intensive Care Units (CICUs) are usually thought of as places for older folks. But what about adults under 40? They're a smaller group, but they're not getting the attention they deserve. Researchers wanted to dig deeper into this. They looked at who these young adults are, why they end up
