In Venezuela, the US is amping up military pressure on President Nicolás Maduro, stirring memories of past interventions in Latin America. The US has labeled Maduro a narco-terrorist and is taking strong action against him. Back in the day, leaders like Salvador Allende in Chile and Rafael Trujillo
Many schools in the United States are using a new way to teach history. They focus on stories of struggle and oppression. A group called the Zinn Education Project (ZEP) helps teachers with this. They share lessons and resources for students from kindergarten to high school. ZEP is named after Howa
People with a brain disease called multiple sclerosis (MS) often take a medicine named dimethyl fumarate (DMF). This drug helps to ease the symptoms of MS. But how exactly does it work? Scientists wanted to find out. They did some tests on mice to see what happens. First, they gave the mice a subst
The US is ramping up its efforts to squeeze Iran. The Treasury Department's big shot for sanctions, John Hurley, is jetting off to the Middle East and Europe to talk strategy. His itinerary includes stops in Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, and Lebanon. This trip is all about Trump's "maxi
In China, a big study looked at how smartphones affect the mood of older adults. Over 10, 000 people, with an average age of 84, were part of this research. The study found that those who used smartphones had fewer signs of depression compared to those who didn't. The study grouped smartphone users
Halloween is a time when celebrities have fun dressing up as their favorite stars. This year, many famous people chose to honor iconic figures with their costumes. Niecy Nash and Jessica Betts dressed as Serena Williams and Kendrick Lamar, showing their love for sports and music. Paris Hilton went a
In the last ten years, texting your therapist has become a popular way to get mental health help. It's like having a therapist in your pocket. You can send a message when you're feeling down or anxious, and they'll get back to you. This can be really helpful for people who are busy or don't want to
A recent study sheds light on a condition that can lead to vision loss in certain individuals. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) happens when the fluid around the brain builds up pressure without a clear cause. This condition can be serious, as it might result in blindness if not treated pr
Blood pressure checks are not a priority for many in India. Yet, this silent health issue can lead to serious heart problems. The problem is, many people don't realize they have high blood pressure until it's too late. Age and lifestyle play a big role in who gets checked. Older adults and those wi
The Federal Reserve is in a tough spot. It's like trying to walk a tightrope while someone keeps shaking the rope. The Fed needs to decide whether to cut interest rates, but it's not an easy call. On one hand, the job market is cooling off. Unemployment is up, and job growth has slowed down. On the
