In the early 1900s, national parks were more about looks than actual conservation. Park managers would clear underbrush, cut trees for views, and kill thousands of predators like mountain lions and wolves. They didn't realize how much damage they were doing to the ecosystems. Enter George Meléndez W
Chicago is facing a serious crime problem. Many people think the reason is a lack of police officers. There are 1, 600 empty jobs in the Chicago Police Department. This means fewer officers to respond to emergencies. Last year, 225 "911" calls went unanswered. These calls included reports of gunshot
Pregnancy can be tough on a woman's body, and complications like preeclampsia or gestational diabetes can stick around, raising the risk of heart problems later in life. But here's a little-known fact: breastfeeding might help turn the tide on this risk. Women who've had complicated pregnancies are
The US is seeing a rise in Covid-19 cases, especially in the South Central region. States like Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Texas are reporting a 15% positivity rate. This might not show the full picture, though. Many people are using at-home tests or ignoring mild symptoms, so the
COVID-19 is making a comeback in the U. S. , but it's not as bad as before. As schools reopened and colder months approached, COVID cases and hospitalizations started to climb. However, they are still much lower than in previous years. For the week ending August 9, the COVID hospitalization rate wa
CVS has introduced a new rule for COVID-19 vaccines in 14 states, including New York. Now, you need a prescription to get the updated shot. This change comes as the federal health officials have stopped recommending the vaccine for everyone over 6 months old. The updated COVID-19 vaccines have been
The U. S. recently updated its coronavirus vaccine guidelines. Now, only those at high risk or over 65 can get the shots. This change brings the U. S. more in line with other countries. But it's not all smooth sailing. The new rules have caused some confusion. People are unsure who exactly can get
The UK dreams big when it comes to health tech, but turning those dreams into reality within the NHS is a slow and bumpy ride. Small companies and startups often hit a wall when trying to get their innovative medical gadgets and digital tools into hospitals. The NHS, being a massive organization, ha
Southwest Airlines is making waves in the aviation industry by joining forces with EVA Air, a well-known airline from Taiwan. This new collaboration was revealed on Monday, sparking excitement among travelers. Southwest took to Instagram to share the big news, expressing their enthusiasm for this st
Budapest is home to a special place for filmmakers. It's called NFI Filmlab. It's a place where movies come to life after they're shot. This lab is not new. It's been around since 1957. But it's always updating. It has the latest tech. And it's a favorite spot for big-name directors. Recently, a lo
