The U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently updated its recommendation for the HPV vaccine, suggesting just one dose instead of the usual two or three. This change comes after a review of global vaccine schedules, bypassing the usual lengthy process involving the Advisory
MannKind, a company focused on treating long-term illnesses, had a strong finish to 2025. They acquired another company, scPharmaceuticals, and made over $100 million in their last quarter. This success has set the stage for an exciting 2026, with two major products potentially hitting the market.
Novato's former Mayor, Tim O’Connor, wrapped up his term in December, looking back at a year packed with achievements and challenges. He pointed out that the city made big strides in 2025, like catching up on audits, giving out over $1 million for affordable housing, and starting a grant program to
In a recent hearing, a lawmaker shifted the focus away from Minnesota's fraud problems. Instead, she brought up crimes by "White men" and "American citizens. " This happened while the state's governor, Tim Walz, announced he wouldn't run again. New reports show Minnesota might have lost $9 billion d
In 2025, religion and politics made headlines together. The Religion News Association picked the year's top stories. Two big events shared the top spot in the U. S. : the election of a new pope and the heated debates around immigration. Pope Leo XIV, the new pope, made waves early on. On Pentecost
Corey Kispert's journey to the NBA is a story of family, faith, and talent. Born and raised in Edmonds, Washington, Kispert's life has always been about sports. His family is full of athletes, and they knew early on that Corey was special. His grandpa played football, his dad played basketball, and
People with severe obesity face many health challenges. A recent study looked at how exercise can help. The focus was on how different types of exercise affect health markers. These markers include things like body fat, fitness levels, and metabolic syndrome. The study divided people into groups ba
Dustin Poirier and Arman Tsarukyan are in early talks for a grappling match in February. This is not your typical UFC fight. Poirier, who retired last summer after two decades in the sport, is looking for a way to stay competitive without the intense training and weight cuts. Tsarukyan, on the other
A tragic incident unfolded in Minneapolis when an ICE officer shot and killed a 37-year-old woman during a recent immigration enforcement operation. The shooting, which took place in a residential area near downtown, was captured on video and quickly sparked outrage among locals. Federal officials
Josh Jacobs, the Green Bay Packers' standout running back, is finally feeling like himself again. After struggling with a knee injury for nearly two months, Jacobs is optimistic about his performance in the upcoming NFC Wild Card game against the Chicago Bears. The Packers are hoping that a healthy
