Stormtroopers are often seen as bumbling fools or mindless soldiers. But they can be so much more. In Star Wars: Visions volume 3, a short film called Black shows a different side of these iconic characters. It takes us inside the mind of a stormtrooper as he faces death aboard the exploding Death S
Oregon has a powerful tool to fight gun violence, but not everyone is using it. In 2017, the state passed a law that lets police or family members ask a court to temporarily stop someone from accessing guns if they're a danger to themselves or others. This is called an extreme risk protection order,
Growing up in the 2010s, school shootings were a constant worry. Students often thought about how they would react if a shooter entered their classroom. This fear was not just a passing thought; it was a reality that shaped many young lives. Now, as a medical student, the focus shifts to understand
The planet is getting hotter, and people are paying the price. Over the past few decades, the number of deaths caused by extreme heat has shot up by 23%. That means around 546, 000 people die each year because of it. And it's not just heat; wildfire smoke is also taking a toll. In 2024 alone, 154, 0
Texas has taken a bold step by suing Tylenol's maker, Kenvue, and its former owner, Johnson & Johnson. The lawsuit claims these companies misled the public about Tylenol's safety during pregnancy. The main concern? A possible link between Tylenol and developmental issues like autism and ADHD. The l
A former sheriff and two others are set to face federal court this week. Chuck Wright, the ex-sheriff, along with Amos Durham, a former chaplain, and Lawson Berry Watson, a former employee, have court appearances scheduled. Wright is one of many sheriffs in South Carolina to face criminal charges re
In a courtroom in Paris, a group of ten individuals faced charges for their online actions. They are accused of spreading harmful rumors about Brigitte Macron, the wife of France's president. The rumors suggested that she is not who she appears to be, claiming she was born a man. These accusations h
Small blood vessel replacements made from a material called ePTFE are widely used in hospitals. However, these grafts often fail because they don't heal well inside the body. The surface of ePTFE is very water-repellent, which makes it hard for the body to grow a protective layer of cells on it. Sc
Dancing With the Stars Season 34 has got fans buzzing with speculation about a possible romance between contestant Robert Irwin and troupe member Hailey Bills. The buzz started after a TikTok video surfaced on October 27, featuring Irwin and Bills, along with other troupe members. The video sparked
The US health data system is in trouble. It's always had issues, but things got worse under the Trump administration. They cut funding, made research political, and ignored privacy rules. This made it harder to collect data and people stopped trusting the system. Other countries handle health data
