Louisiana is home to many remarkable people. As the year winds down, it's time to think about who made the biggest splash in the state. This isn't just about famous faces. It's about those who have shaped the state, whether they're from here or have strong ties to it. The rules are pretty simple. T
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium on Sanibel Island is back and better than ever after a long rebuild following Hurricane Ian. This place is now packed with way more shells than before, showing off thousands of specimens from all over, including right here in Southwest Florida. S
Hayley Williams, the lead singer of Paramore, has made it clear that while her concerts are open to many, there are some who won't find a warm welcome. She's drawing a line in the sand, stating that fans with harmful beliefs about race, gender, or transgender people should think twice before showing
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a tough opponent, but scientists are finding new ways to fight it. They've discovered that some CRCs have mutations in ARID1A and TP53 genes. These mutations make the cancer cells more vulnerable to a type of treatment that targets WEE1. Here's how it works: ARID1A helps
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a tough condition where the gut gets inflamed. It's not just one thing causing it, but many factors, including the tiny creatures living in our gut. Scientists have been looking into a natural sugar called 2'-FL, found in breast milk, to see if it can help. In a recent st
Lindsey Halligan's time as a US attorney was anything but smooth. She was picked by Donald Trump to lead the Alexandria, Virginia office, but her tenure was cut short after just 63 days. A judge ruled that she was serving unlawfully, which meant the cases she was working on, including one against fo
In a recent vote, Swiss citizens turned down two big changes. First, they said no to a new tax on the wealthiest families. This tax would have taken half of inheritances over 50 million Swiss francs. The money was meant to fight climate change. But most voters didn't like this idea. The second idea
College sports recruitment can be a confusing and unpredictable journey. Many young athletes and their families struggle to understand the process, which often feels chaotic and inefficient. Coaches have their own ways of evaluating talent, and not all offers are created equal. One big challenge is
Brandon Perna, a devoted Broncos fan, found an unexpected path to success through his YouTube channel, "That's Good Sports. " His journey began with the team's struggles, particularly during Russell Wilson's tenure, which provided ample material for his unique brand of sports commentary. Perna's ch
Raccoons in cities are changing, and it's not just their diet of leftovers. Scientists have found that these masked bandits are showing signs of domestication, similar to how dogs and cats evolved alongside humans. This isn't about pets, though. It's about survival and the power of trash. A recent
