Vocational students got a rare chance to see monster trucks up close before the big show rolled into town. About 80 students from two technical high schools spent Friday morning with drivers and crews, learning how these giant vehicles work. Three girls from Blackstone Valley Tech were especially im
A new study brings together more than 20 scientists from 13 countries to examine how certain male behaviours affect the planet. The research looks at patterns of consumption, travel and leisure that are linked to higher carbon footprints. The paper argues that the link between masculinity and clima
Violence in health care isn’t just bad behavior between one person and another. Research keeps showing that some workers face much higher risks than others. Nurses and nursing assistants, especially women and people of color, report more threats, shouting, and even physical attacks. Yet many studies
A federal judge just put a stop to an unusual move by the U. S. government. The judge blocked the Federal Trade Commission from requesting private documents from two respected medical groups. These groups focus on health care for transgender young people. The government said it wanted to check if t
Judith Light built her career playing warm, trustworthy mothers in lighthearted TV shows from the 80s. Now she’s taking on a completely different kind of character in a series that questions how society treats people who don’t fit neatly into expected roles. Instead of laughter, her latest project b
The Met Gala isn’t just about fancy outfits and glow-in-the-dark makeup. It’s also a quick way to test how society judges powerful women. When Blake Lively walked down the steps in her oversized Versace gown, something small but telling happened. A short video clip showed her briefly stopping to org
A new milestone was reached when a trans model who uses a wheelchair attended the Met Gala, an event that has been held for 78 years. The model is from Antigua and the United States, has quadriplegic cerebral palsy, and broke several records in 2018 by becoming the first black, transgender, and phys
In Namibia’s public health system, overcrowded clinics force nurses to switch between treating men and women all day. With far too few nurses on staff, patients often get care from whoever is available—even if that person is of the opposite gender. This isn’t just a logistical problem; it touches on
The shooting that took place on April 28th at a cash‑out store in Fort Pierce left the community stunned. A young man, aged 20, was taken into custody a day later, but the reasons behind his actions remain unclear. Lanessa Rodriguez, who ran the shop, was remembered by those close to her as a gen
President Lula faces a setback when the Senate rejects his chosen justice. The move shows growing political tension in Brazil as the October election looms. Lula, who may run for a fourth term, must act quickly to keep his plan on track. A similar pause happened in the United States when Congress d
