The Cranston mayoral primary has come to an end, with Kenneth J. Hopkins emerging victorious in a bitter contest against Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung. While Hopkins touted his record of accomplishments, Fenton-Fung accused him of dishonesty and exaggeration. The campaign was marked by a series of attacks
The US Senate is preparing to hold Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre in contempt of Congress if he fails to appear at a hearing on Capitol Hill. This is a rare and serious charge, with the last subpoena issued by the committee occurring in the 1980s. The hearing is set to take place on Thurs
As Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine enters its third year, the country is bracing itself for a potentially catastrophic health crisis. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a dire warning, citing the severe damage to Ukraine's energy and healthcare infrastructure, which has left mill
As the world becomes increasingly reliant on social media, a new and insidious threat has emerged: deepfake videos using the trusted identities of famous doctors to promote dangerous and untested miracle cures for serious health problems. The scammers are getting more sophisticated, deploying the li
The journey to a plastic-free future is filled with innovative solutions, and one such example is the transformation of brewery waste into exfoliating microbeads. These tiny microbeads, once a source of environmental harm, are now a testament to the power of research and innovation. In the past, pl
As we contemplate the possibility of establishing human settlements on the Moon, Mars, and beyond, a crucial debate is unfolding. Should we prioritize robotic exploration or human missions? The answer lies in the realm of gene editing, a technology that has revolutionized our ability to alter human
A recent study has made some groundbreaking findings about the potential of lifestyle changes to slow or reverse the progression of Alzheimer's disease. The study, published in the journal Alzheimer's Research and Therapy, involved a small group of patients with mild cognitive impairment or early-st
The debate over crypto mining's impact on health has reached a fever pitch in Texas, with residents of small towns near mining operations claiming to suffer from "unexplained health problems." One mining company, Marathon Digital, is pushing back against allegations that its operations are to blame.
It's disturbing to hear that several serving and former Australian military commanders have had their medals stripped due to allegations of war crimes committed during the Afghanistan war. The findings of Maj. Gen. Paul Brereton's investigation revealed that around 25 Australian Special Air Service
In today's fast-paced world, staying fit and healthy has become a top priority. But for communities of color, equal access to fitness opportunities is a luxury few can afford. That's why Bevel's $25,000 grant to Double Dutch Aerobics, an innovative fitness business based in Atlanta, comes as a breat
