The movie "Wicked: For Good" surprised everyone by making a huge splash at the box office. It earned around $150 million in the U. S. and Canada, and over $226 million worldwide during its opening weekend. This was a big deal because the movie market had been slow for nine weeks straight. The film s
Patti Smith took the stage at the Orpheum Theatre, kicking off with a raspy "Jesus" that dissolved into a laugh. She shook it off and dove into "Gloria, " a song that's been a part of her identity for decades. Smith, a punk poet with a legacy stretching back half a century, blends her unique spiritu
The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis is more than just a research center; it's a beacon of hope for millions. It all started with a promise to Marc Buoniconti, who was left paralyzed after a football injury. His father, Nick Buoniconti, refused to accept that paralysis was untreatable. This determina
A recent shift in policy by the U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has brought relief to immigrant survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The DOJ has decided not to enforce new restrictions that would have blocked federal grant funding for legal services to undocumented immigrants. This c
A group of students from Syracuse University's Bandier Music Business Program recently spent their summer exploring the music industry in Latin America. They visited five cities across Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil, meeting with over 75 executives from major companies like Spotify, YouTube, Sony, and
The COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on everyone, but it hit healthcare workers especially hard. Surgeons in training, known as residents, faced unique challenges that made their jobs even tougher. A recent study dug into their experiences and found some eye-opening stuff. First off, these residents h
Moving to Puerto Rico from New York City was a big change. The idea of living near the beach and enjoying a warmer climate sounded amazing. However, life here isn't always as perfect as it seems. First, the people here are incredibly welcoming. Locals go out of their way to help newcomers. They sha
Dementia is a big problem worldwide. It affects how people think and do everyday tasks. In rural areas, it's even harder to get help. A recent study looked at a simple way to help older adults with dementia. They used paper-and-pencil exercises. These exercises were easy to do and did not need any s
Ever wonder why exercise makes you feel better? Scientists have been trying to figure out exactly how it changes our brains. A recent study took a close look at this by focusing on people who often feel anxious. They wanted to see if exercise could help them and how it might work in the brain. The
Deep in the Afar region of Ethiopia, a volcano named Hayli Gubbi made history by erupting after a staggering 12, 000 years of silence. This wasn't just any eruption; it was a massive display of nature's power, sending ash clouds soaring up to nine miles high. The ash didn't just stay local—it travel
