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The idea that no statue ever honors a critic is false. A bronze plaque for Roger Ebert stands in Illinois, and other statues exist too. Yet critics often prefer a work that shows their role rather than just their likeness. House of Criticism shifts focus from one person to a pair: Jerry Saltz, a Ne

Health and Politics: The Story of a Senior Senator

An 84‑year‑old former Senate leader was admitted to a hospital on Sunday, but officials have not said why. His office confirmed the visit, yet no details about his illness were released. A spokesperson noted that he remains active with staff and appreciates the care he receives. The incident is p

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Penn’s New RNA Lab: What It Means for Medicine, Farming, and Science

Philadelphians now have a high-tech lab where scientists aren’t just studying RNA—they’re building with it. The University of Pennsylvania just opened a $18 million RNA manufacturing hub that could change how we fight diseases and grow food. Instead of just analyzing the molecule, researchers here d

Why is this woman still in quarantine when experts say she can go home?

Angela Perryman, a 47-year-old cruise passenger, has been stuck in a Nebraska quarantine facility since early May after possible exposure to hantavirus. Despite testing negative for the virus and showing no symptoms, she remains isolated against her will—and against expert advice. Last week, the Cen

Behind the headlines: Why rumors about a top health official might not be going away

Last week, the Department of Health and Human Services faced an unusual situation when a well-known figure in public health claimed insiders were talking about a sudden leadership change. Dr. Robert Malone, who has worked closely with government health groups, posted online that some officials belie

Actor Uses Protest Stage to Call Out Trump’s Birthday Fight

Robert De Niro spoke at a New York protest concert on Sunday, poking fun at President Trump’s 80th birthday UFC event that took place on the White House lawn. The fight show was billed as a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, but many saw it as Trump putting himself in the spotlight. D

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More Schools Commit to Teaching Nutrition in Medicine

The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced that 19 more medical schools will start requiring at least 40 hours of nutrition instruction, or a comparable competency test, for students beginning in fall 2026. This move is part of an effort led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy

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Tech Stocks on the Rise: A Fresh Look at Gitlab and Tyler Technologies

In recent weeks, two analysts have given positive signals to tech shares. One is focused on Gitlab, a cloud‑based software platform that lets teams build and deploy code. The other is looking at Tyler Technologies, a company that supplies software for local governments. The first analyst, Shrenik K

Rural Voters Reconsider Trump as Bills Rise and Trust Fades