Kitty Dukakis was a woman who stood out for her advocacy work, particularly in mental health and addiction. She passed away at 88, surrounded by her family. Kitty was married to Michael Dukakis, a former governor and presidential candidate. Her journey was marked by both personal struggles and a dee
George Foreman, a name that rings bells in the boxing world, passed away at 76. He was a boxer who had it all: an Olympic gold medal, a heavyweight title, and a stunning defeat that turned into a comeback story for the ages. Foreman's journey was anything but ordinary. He started as a troubled teen,
The men's NCAA Tournament kicked off with a few surprises, but not enough to shake up the top contenders. McNeese State pulled off an upset against Clemson, and Colorado State beat Memphis, but no team seeded 13-16 won after the First Four. This means that many brackets are still intact, and the foc
The U. S. Department of Homeland Security has made a significant move. It is ending legal protections for about 532, 000 people from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. These individuals arrived in the U. S. since October 2022. They came with financial backers and received two-year permits to liv
The rolling hills and misty landscapes of Northern Virginia hide a secret. A secret that has been kept for centuries. The Oak Hill estate, once home to President James Monroe, is a place where history comes alive. The estate, located in the community of Aldie, is the last presidential home in Loudou
Columbia University has made some significant changes recently. These changes came after a lot of pressure from the government. The government had some specific demands. They wanted the university to take a stand against antisemitism on campus. They also wanted the university to make some changes to
China has been on a mission to improve the diagnosis of inherited metabolic disorders (IMDs) in newborns. The focus has been on urinary organic acid analysis. This type of testing is vital for spotting these disorders early. A five-year plan was put into action to standardize how these tes
The President has taken a strong stance against law firms. He has asked his attorney general to look into lawsuits that he believes are politically motivated. This move comes after several judges blocked some of his plans. The President wants to punish these law firms. He thinks they are causing unn
Dementia is a word that strikes fear into many hearts. For some, it's a personal worry, a specter lurking in the background. Joan Presky is one of those people. She has seen firsthand the toll that Alzheimer's disease can take. Her mother battled it for 14 long years. For the last seven of those yea
Preeclampsia is a scary complication that happens in 5% to 8% of pregnancies worldwide. It is a major cause of health problems and even death for both mothers and newborns. Sadly, doctors still don't fully understand why it happens. One recent study tried to shed some light on this mystery by lookin
