The COVID-19 vaccine was said to be 95% effective. But what does that really mean? It turns out, the number is not as straightforward as it seems. The 95% figure is based on relative risk reduction. When you look at absolute risk reduction, the picture changes. The actual reduction in risk for the a
The Trump family's financial portfolio has taken a serious hit, losing about $1 billion in recent months. This drop is largely due to the declining value of cryptocurrencies, which the family has heavily invested in. According to Bloomberg News, their net worth has gone from $7. 7 billion to $6. 7 b
Joshua Enneking, a 26-year-old who loved baseball, lacrosse, and tinkering with cars, had a hidden struggle. He was close with his family, especially his nephew, and always brought laughter to the room. But behind his tough exterior, he battled depression and suicidal thoughts. He turned to ChatGPT
Meta Platforms, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been accused of hiding research that showed its products negatively impact users' mental health. In a legal battle, school districts in the U. S. claim Meta shut down a study called "Project Mercury" after it found that taking a break fr
Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been accused of hiding research that shows their platforms can harm mental health. This came to light in court documents from a lawsuit filed by U. S. school districts against Meta and other social media companies. In 2020, Meta conducted a study
Rep. Cory Mills, a Florida Republican, is under the spotlight for some serious issues. The House Ethics Committee has decided to look into several claims against him. These include possible campaign finance rule breaks, misuse of congressional resources, and even allegations of dating violence or se
Over the past 40 years, the way doctors think about and treat people with severe brain injuries has changed a lot. This change was not quick or easy. It took time, research, and new technology. At first, many doctors thought there was little hope for people in a coma or a vegetative state. This was
Cleveland has been testing a high-tech tool called ShotSpotter to detect gunshots. This system is supposed to help police respond quickly to gunfire. Researchers from Cleveland State University looked into over 87, 000 alerts from ShotSpotter. They also talked to people living in the area and police
In a surprising turn of events, a federal judge has strongly criticized his colleagues for releasing their decision in a major Texas redistricting case before he could finish his dissent. Judge Jerry Smith, who serves on the 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals, accused the other judges of acting in bad
A Senate committee recently moved forward with a nominee for a crucial health department watchdog role, sparking debates about independence and partisanship. The nominee, Thomas March Bell, is known for his strong support of President Donald Trump and his extensive history working with Republican la
