UFC 324 made history as the first event under Paramount's streaming deal. This shift meant no more expensive pay-per-view nights. Fans now pay less, but ads popped up during walkouts and corner chats. Some fans grumbled about the interruptions, but UFC president Dana White didn't shy away from the b
Louisiana has seen a huge rise in sports betting, with over $440 million in wagers in 2025. But this growth has come with a dark side: a point-shaving scandal involving college basketball players. Players from Tulane University, Nicholls State, and the University of New Orleans were indicted for try
In the shadowy world of geopolitics, it's easy to get lost in the noise. But let's cut through the clutter and talk about the real players pulling the strings. Russia, often seen as a lone wolf, is far from independent. Behind the scenes, a network of powerful interests, many with ties to Israel, ca
The recent legal action by former President Donald Trump against JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon shows a growing tension between Trump and major financial institutions. This lawsuit, seeking $5 billion, claims that Trump and his businesses had their accounts closed for political reasons. Trum
In Minnesota, regular folks are stepping up to keep an eye on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This surge in volunteers happened after a local woman, Renee Good, was shot and killed by an ICE agent. Fabiola, a mom and business owner, is one of those who decided to get involved, even
When someone is very sick, doctors often use a special feeding tube to give them the nutrients they need. This is called enteral nutrition, or EN for short. It's the top choice for feeding critically ill patients. But what happens when these patients have a minor stomach bleed? Should doctors keep f
Family gatherings can be tense when politics come up. A recent encounter with a father-in-law, a conservative Army veteran, sparked a potential debate about immigration. The writer, a liberal professor, wondered if their differing views would lead to a heated argument or a meaningful discussion. Ma
The U. S. made a big move in January 2025. They decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This wasn't a friendly split. The Trump administration blamed the WHO for mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic. They said the WHO didn't share information quickly or honestly. But the WHO disagrees. Th
Iowa's health leaders are facing a tough challenge. They need to make sure vaccines stay safe and effective. This is not just a job for one political party. It's something everyone should care about. A big change happened recently. A group called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (AC
Big changes are coming to Grand Rapids! Corewell Health is planning a huge expansion of the Butterworth Hospital campus. They want to build a new 180-bed tower across from the hospital. This tower will be massive, with 621, 000 square feet of space. It will have modern operating rooms and a larger e
