Every year in April, healthcare teams come together to highlight gaps in care that affect Black mothers and babies across the U. S. This year, one big push arrives in Chicago on Tuesday evening, when a local hospital opens its doors for free tours, talks, and conversations about safe pregnancy journ
A former personal assistant has filed a lawsuit against Howard Stern and his wife Beth, arguing that her firing came with unenforceable paperwork and an unpleasant workplace. Leslie Kuhn worked for them from late 2022 until February 2024, starting as an office manager before moving into a larger rol
Scientists believe that Alzheimer’s and similar brain diseases don’t just come from bad genes—they might also rise from invisible threats we breathe in or swallow every day. Tiny particles like lead, cadmium, and arsenic sneak into our bodies through polluted water, dusty air, or cheap food, then sl
Two climbers clung to a rocky cliff in New Zealand for three freezing nights after their rescue beacon activated. Heavy rain and poor visibility delayed their extraction until conditions improved. Though they used a makeshift shelter, waterlogged gear made survival difficult. One climber’s family ra
Michigan’s weekend is shaping up like a busy sports schedule with a side of unpredictable weather. Friday evening in Detroit brings a welcome change after morning rain moves out, just in time for Tigers fans to head to Comerica Park. The game will feel chilly—temperatures in the 40s—but at least umb
Ludvig Åberg’s journey from a small Swedish town to golf’s global stage is more than just a sports story. It’s a tale of quiet determination shaped by an unassuming upbringing. Born in Eslöv in 1999, he grew up in southern Sweden, where golf wasn’t his only focus—education mattered too. Sweden’s app
Jordan Spieth, born in 1993 in Dallas, Texas, stands out in professional golf not just for his skills but also for his background. Unlike many athletes who keep their personal lives private, Spieth’s heritage and beliefs often come up in discussions about him. His family moved from Pennsylvania to T
A US senator is asking major sports organizations tough questions about their growing relationships with gambling companies. The letter targets six leagues—NFL, NBA, NCAA, MLB, NHL, and MLS—asking for details on partnerships with sportsbooks and prediction markets. Concerns include protecting athlet
When the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in just over three months, three well-known athletes from New York and New Jersey will step into the spotlight as official ambassadors. Eli Manning, a two-time Super Bowl winner with the Giants, joins Gotham FC’s Midge Purce—a two-time NWSL champion and U. S. W
Starting May 23, anyone heading to the new Obama Presidential Center can skip the transfers and take a direct ride. The CTA’s popular express bus route #10, which usually zooms from downtown to the Museum of Science and Industry, will now stretch an extra mile south to serve the center. What used to
