The Michigan Science Center is turning a fourth-floor gallery into something unusual—a life-sized cardboard maze inspired by Detroit’s neighborhoods and landmarks. Opening in early May, the exhibit isn’t just a fun challenge; it’s a creative way to blend art, engineering, and local pride. Built enti
Brandon Patterson, paralyzed from the chest down after a car crash nine years ago, depends on family help for daily tasks like getting out of bed or pouring coffee. But scientific progress has offered him a new role—not just a test subject, but an active participant in pushing boundaries. Unlike typ
This year’s Miami Grand Prix brought more than just speed and skill to the track. Race weekend nearly got canceled when a storm threatened to shut down Sunday’s event—a big problem given Florida’s strict lightning rules. Organizers scrambled, moved the race up a day, and Mercedes racer Kimi Antonell
A Vatican representative recently traveled to Taiwan for the 60th anniversary of the Tzu Chi Foundation, a Buddhist charity known worldwide for its disaster relief work. The visit comes at a time when the Holy See is looking to strengthen ties with China, yet it also maintains one of only twelve for
A recent outbreak of hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship has stirred a heated debate in Washington. The virus, carried by rodents, caused three deaths and eight illnesses among passengers. Some travelers have already returned home while authorities watch for further spread. Senator Chuck Schum
Some headaches last all day and ignore medicine. Doctors say a few of these pains come from nerves that feel squeezed by nearby tissue or muscle. These are called trigger‑site headaches. When the occipital nerve in the back of the neck is squeezed, pain starts behind the neck and spreads to one s
A French traveler from a recent cruise has tested positive for hantavirus after being flown back to Paris. The patient was one of five French crew members who returned home from the MV Hondius in early May. Symptoms appeared during the flight, prompting hospital treatment that worsened overnight. T
The upcoming election in California feels like a breath of fresh air for voters tired of high prices, soaring housing costs and political fatigue. While the state grapples with rising gas and living expenses, the gubernatorial race has finally stepped out of its dull routine. Unlike past contests
A huge study looked at 42 million people in England to see if catching COVID can lead to new diabetes. The researchers focused on two kinds of diabetes: type 1 (T1D) and type 2 (T2D). They wanted to know if factors like body weight, how much money people make, and where they live change the ri
The Knicks delivered a decisive blow to the Philadelphia Sixers, ending their run in the Eastern Conference Semifinals with a 144‑114 victory. The game was played at Xfinity Mobile Arena, where the crowd’s energy shifted quickly from hopeful to disappointed. Fans in orange and blue filled the con
