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Selena's Legacy: Fans React to Parole Denial and Upcoming Anniversary

March 29, 2025

The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles made a decision that resonated deeply with fans of Selena. They chose to keep Yolanda Saldívar, the woman who took Selena's life, behind bars. This choice brought a sense of relief to many who admire the late singer. Selena's music has a unique power. It has t

health

How to Make Youth and Families Count in Health Research

March 29, 2025

The involvement of young people and families in health research is crucial. Their personal experiences and insights are invaluable. When research aligns with what patients need and want, it becomes more meaningful and effective. However, there are hurdles to overcome. Sometimes, youth and families

health

Mending a Torn Patellar Tendon: A New Approach

March 29, 2025

The patellar tendon is a crucial part of the knee. It connects the kneecap to the shinbone. When it tears, it can cause serious problems. This injury is not common, but it is severe. Traditional fixes often fail. The tendon can tear again. This happens because the tendon is weak. It may have scars o

politics

A Scientist's Struggle: Caught Between Protests and Immigration Policies

March 28, 2025

A Russian scientist, Kseniia Petrova, is currently in a Louisiana immigration facility. She was detained after her visa was canceled. This happened because she didn't declare frog embryo samples in her luggage. She had been working at Harvard University on a J-1 scholar visa since May 2023. Her lawy

health

Measles on the Move in West Texas

March 28, 2025

The measles virus is making its way through West Texas, and it's not just sticking to one group. At least 327 people have caught the disease, and it's spreading fast. The first cases popped up in the Mennonite community, but now it's moving beyond that. Mennonites are part of the Anabaptist Christia

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Measles Surge: Why Canada's Biggest Outbreak in a Decade is Hitting Certain Communities Harder

March 28, 2025

Measles is making a comeback in Canada's largest province, with numbers that have surpassed those in the recent Texas and New Mexico outbreak. The latest reports show over 100 new cases in just one week, pushing the total to 572 since October. This surge is largely due to people who have not receive

politics

HHS Faces Major Overhaul and Job Cuts

March 28, 2025

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is set to undergo a significant transformation. The goal is to reduce the workforce by nearly 25%. The changes are part of a broader plan to streamline operations and cut costs. The HHS workforce will shrink from around 92, 620 employees to about 62

health

New Hope in Fighting Insulin Resistance

March 28, 2025

Insulin resistance is a tricky health issue. It happens when the body stops responding well to insulin. This can lead to high blood sugar levels and even diabetes. While changing habits can help, current medicines have their limits. This is where natural solutions come in. Researchers have found tw

education

Student Loan Repayment Plans: A Fresh Start

March 27, 2025

The Education Department has reopened the online gateway for income-driven repayment plans for student loans. This move comes after a court decision in February that temporarily halted the Biden administration's Saving on a Valuable Education Plan and parts of other income-driven repayment plans. Th

science

Cadmium's Hidden Harm: How Different Doses and Delivery Methods Affect Rats

March 27, 2025

Cadmium is a sneaky pollutant that sticks around and causes trouble for living things. It's everywhere, and it's not going away anytime soon. Scientists are trying to figure out just how dangerous it can be. They looked at how different amounts and ways of getting cadmium into the body affect rats.