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Wildfires Test LA Health Care: Doctors and Nurses Step Up

January 14, 2025

Wildfires are wreaking havoc in Los Angeles, challenging the healthcare system. Hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes are under strain. Medical facilities are closing, and routine appointments are canceled. Healthcare workers, like oncologist Ravi Salgia, are putting their duties first, even when th

health

Why Are More Indigenous Elders Facing Memory Issues?

January 14, 2025

These days, more Indigenous folks are living longer. Did you know that means more of them are facing dementia? But why? Well, it turns out that the health problems Indigenous Peoples have faced, like not getting proper care orfood, can make dementia more likely. Plus, there's some tough history that

entertainment

Dude Perfect Opens Huge New HQ with Sports Stars

January 14, 2025

Dude Perfect, the sports media group known for its wacky tricks and viral videos, has just moved into a massive new headquarters in Frisco, Texas. The 36, 000-square-foot space is like a sports dream come true, featuring a basketball court, football field, and putting course. The grand opening was a

weather

Shake and Wave: Japan's Earthquake and Tsunami Alert

January 13, 2025

On Monday evening, Japan experienced a strong earthquake with an initial magnitude of 6. 9, later revised to 6. 6. The quake struck the southwestern region of the country, specifically in the Kyushu prefecture. Despite the initial high magnitude estimate, no major damage was reported. However, coast

education

Schools Reopen Monday, Some Stay Closed Due to Fires

January 13, 2025

Most schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) will open their doors to students again on Monday. This decision was announced by the district on Sunday. However, not all schools will resume classes. Some schools, like Canyon Charter Elementary and Palisades Charter Elementary, will

celebrities

Jonathan Majors Stays Positive After Wildfire Evacuation

January 12, 2025

Jonathan Majors, known for his role as Kang in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, recently had to evacuate his Los Angeles home due to the wildfires. The Pacific Palisades wildfire has been a disaster, burning over 23, 000 acres and causing difficulties for firefighters to control it. Majors shared his

business

The Eaton Fire: A Small Business's Sudden Shutdown

January 12, 2025

Imagine building a successful business for years, only to have it reduced to ashes in a matter of hours. That's the reality for restaurant owners Paul Rosenbluh and Monique King. They were miles away, finalizing another business deal, when the Eaton Fire tore through their beloved diner, Fox's Resta

environment

Helping Hands: Arcadia's Santa Anita Park Becomes a Hub

January 12, 2025

In an unexpected twist, Santa Anita Park in Arcadia has become a vital support center for those affected by the nearby Eaton Fire. People from all walks of life—evacuees and volunteers—flocked to the race track on Saturday to find help and offer support. Originally set up near the Rose Bowl in Pasad

health

Assessing Bedside Chest X-Rays: A New Technique for Image Quality

January 12, 2025

In the world of medicine, blurry X-ray images can lead to misdiagnoses. One way to fix this is by using a method called Virtual Grid (VG), which helps to reduce the blur caused by scattered X-rays. Researchers created a system to evaluate the quality of bedside chest X-rays using VG. They started by

celebrities

Famous Faces Face Fire: L. A. Celebrities Lose Homes

January 12, 2025

A huge wildfire in Los Angeles has left a trail of destruction, with many famous people finding themselves among those who lost their homes. The fire, which started on January 7, has burned thousands of acres and forced about 200, 000 people to flee their homes. Some big names in Hollywood, like Mil