Stroke patients often need extra care to regain independence. Two common settings for this help are inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). Researchers wanted to see which setting lets patients return home sooner, a sign that they are functioning well. Th
Studies show that drinking alcohol is a growing problem in Ghana. It feeds into more chronic illnesses, messes up family life, and costs the economy a lot of money. In Hohoe Municipality, however, data about how many adults drink and why is almost non‑existent. Most research has only looked at teena
Maine’s politics have been stirred up by a candidate warning about a threat that isn’t really there. The claim says the state risks being changed by Muslim newcomers, as if laws themselves could bend to faith or tradition. But the state constitution and criminal code already cover everyone equally.
Stockton now gives body cameras to all its officers that can instantly switch between more than 50 languages. The city sits in one of the most multicultural parts of California, where nearly half the homes speak something other than English. That mix can slow down police work when every second count
Staring at screens all day makes eyes feel tired and dry almost instantly. But according to traditional herbal practices, the real problem begins long before those symptoms show up. Many people assume eye strain comes from overuse, yet traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) suggests deeper imbalances in
St. Petersburg lights up with a splash of color this June, as local artists showcase their queer creativity across town. At the City Theatre lobby, a show called “Royal Tea” invites visitors to see art that blends royalty themes with LGBTQ+ identity. The curator, Rachel Covello, mixes ideas of dr
Steven Sandoval, 47, tried to dodge jail by dialing a bomb threat from a payphone near King Soopers in Brighton. The call triggered an evacuation of about 1, 000 courthouse staff and the store’s customers for four hours. Police traced the call quickly because they already knew Sandoval, and he was t
Studios love famous faces, but big names often crash in animated films. Most actors shine on screen because they use faces and bodies to sell emotions. When the camera cuts to their voices only, many struggle to connect. Matthew Lillard, who played in horror and mystery shows, recently pointed this
Stephen King, the famed author of books that have become movies, recently posted a strong endorsement for Jordan Harper’s new crime‑thriller. He called the book a “barn‑burner” and compared its intensity to Thomas Harris’s classic, The Silence of the Lambs. King urged readers who enjoy suspense and
Studies show that staying mentally active can strengthen the brain’s “reserve, ” a buffer against age‑related decline. Researchers looked at how long‑term learning and different hobbies influence thinking skills in people ranging from healthy adults to those with early signs of Alzheimer’s. They com
