Last weekend, Haiti faced a horrifying surge of violence that left almost 200 people dead, many of whom were followers of Vodou. The massacre was allegedly planned by a powerful gang leader who blamed Vodou practitioners for his son's illness. The UN human rights chief, Volker Türk, verified that at
Ever wondered how much you might have to pay out of your pocket for a trip to the dermatologist? A recent study dug into this, looking at out-of-pocket costs and copays for dermatology office visits from 2020 to 2024. It turns out, the amount can vary quite a bit depending on where you live and the
The 2025 Golden Globe nominations are out, and it's a musical showdown! "Emilia Pérez, " a charming drug cartel musical, leads the pack with 10 nods, including best picture and director for Jacques Audiard. Close behind is "The Brutalist, " an A24 drama about a Hungarian architect, with seven nomina
Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that affects about 1 in 8 people worldwide. It's characterized by oily, itchy spots that typically appear on the scalp and face. But what's the best way to treat it? A recent study compared two lotions: one with rosemary extract and another with ketoc
Vitiligo, a skin condition that causes patches of lost color, has been getting more attention from researchers over the past two decades. This condition, caused by the disappearance of melanocytes (the cells that give skin its color), has sparked increased interest in the academic world. Scientists
Belal Muhammad, the welterweight champion, was eager to see his successor, Shavkat Rakhmonov, fight at UFC 310. An injury forced Muhammad to cancel his title defense. Ian Garry stepped in as Rakhmonov's opponent. Muhammad planned to watch the fight live at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. After Rak
Imagine you're in a classroom. You're a kid, and you see someone getting picked on. What do you think your teacher should do? Now, imagine you're the teacher. How would you handle this situation? Surprisingly, it turns out that teachers and students might not see eye to eye when it comes to dealing
If you think December is all about holiday cheer, think again! This month, grab some popcorn and get ready for a crime-solving marathon with three amazing British shows. First up, meet Adam Dalgliesh, a top detective from PD James' novels, brought to life in the show "Dalgliesh. " Bertie Carvel sta
Amazon's Kindle Scribe has returned, boasting improvements that might please note-takers, though current owners aren't missing much. This new model, pricier than its predecessor, comes with a redesigned, more paper-like 10. 2-inch screen and an upgraded stylus. While these upgrades slightly enhance
Have you ever wondered where federal workers are these days? According to Senator Joni Ernst, a whopping 94% of them are either out of sight or working remotely, long after the pandemic has ended. DC's federal buildings are a ghost town, with a measly 12% occupancy rate. What's the deal with all th
