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Two Women Win Big in Court Against Johnson & Johnson

December 14, 2025

A recent court case in California has left Johnson & Johnson with a hefty price tag. A jury decided that the company should pay $40 million to two women who claimed that using the company's baby powder led to their ovarian cancer. The women, Monica Kent and Deborah Schultz, both used the product fo

health

Health Care Costs: A Growing Concern for Many Americans

November 22, 2025

Health care costs in the United States are on the rise, causing significant stress for many people. The end of Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies is a major concern for millions, including small business owners like Andy Lilienthal and Alaina Shearer. Without subsidies, their monthly insurance prem

education

Celebrating a Wine Enthusiast's Legacy Through Education

November 15, 2025

In the world of wine, passion and knowledge go hand in hand. This is exactly what the American Wine School is honoring through a new scholarship. The Deborah O’Brien Women in Wine Scholarship aims to support women who, like O’Brien, are eager to dive deep into the wine world. Deborah O’Brien, who p

health

Waterbury Hospital: A New Chapter in Public Health Care

November 12, 2025

Waterbury Hospital is on the brink of a major change. UConn Health has stepped in with a bid to take over the hospital, which could prevent its closure. This move comes after the hospital's current owner, Prospect Medical Holdings, filed for bankruptcy. The takeover could mean better healthcare for

entertainment

Hillman College Welcomes a New Generation

November 11, 2025

Netflix is bringing back the beloved Hillman College with a new series, focusing on the next generation of students. The show will center around Deborah, the daughter of iconic characters Whitley and Dwayne Wayne, as she navigates her freshman year at the historically Black college her parents atten

entertainment

Hillman College Welcomes a Fresh Class: Netflix Revives A Different World

November 11, 2025

Netflix has given the green light to a new chapter of "A Different World, " bringing the beloved Hillman College back to life. This time, the focus shifts to Deborah Wayne, the daughter of the iconic Dwayne Wayne and Whitney Gilbert, as she starts her journey at the historic Black university. The sh

entertainment

Marvel's Daredevil Returns with a Bang

October 12, 2025

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is buzzing with excitement after the big reveal at New York Comic Con. Fans got their first look at the upcoming season of "Daredevil: Born Again, " and it's packed with surprises. Charlie Cox, who plays Daredevil, took the stage and brought back a familiar face:

crime

A Troubled Mind and a Heavy Sentence: The Kavanaugh Assassination Attempt

October 4, 2025

A person who tried to harm a Supreme Court judge got a big punishment. But it wasn't as big as some wanted. The judge in the case, Deborah Boardman, gave Sophie Roske about eight years in prison. This was much less than the 30 years that prosecutors wanted. Roske had a gun and other tools when they

politics

From Friends to Foes: How U. S. -China Relations Changed Over Time

September 14, 2025

In the past, the U. S. and China had a different relationship. Back in 2000, the U. S. Congress sent a flag to China. This flag had flown over the Capitol. It was a thank you gift for a Chinese scientist named Xie Xide. She had helped bring the two countries closer together. But times have changed.

science

A Billionaire's Long-Awaited Space Adventure

July 23, 2025

Justin Sun, the crypto mogul, is finally set to embark on a journey to space. He paid a whopping $28 million for a seat on Blue Origin's New Shepard spacecraft. This is not his first attempt. He was supposed to fly in 2021 but had to cancel due to scheduling issues. Then, he planned to go in 2022 wi