In South Carolina, the number of new measles cases has been dropping each day. This might mean the outbreak is getting better. But experts say it's too soon to be sure. The state has seen 933 cases since October. That's a lot! Most of these cases are in Spartanburg County. But there have been some
The study looked at how three ways of measuring happiness—Cantril’s ladder, life satisfaction and general happiness—relate to 15 different factors from childhood and basic demographics in 22 nations. Researchers collected data from young people across these countries, asking them to rate their ow
On February 6, a person from another state with measles went to the pediatric emergency room at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. Health officials say anyone who was inside the hospital between 11:15 a. m. and 4:45 p. m. could have caught the virus. The department urges peop
People often talk about the bad sides of social media. But what if we look at how it can actually help us feel more connected and purposeful? A recent study tried to do just that. It looked at why people use social media and how that relates to their sense of meaning in life. The study involved nea
Measles, a serious and highly contagious disease, has shown up again in Arizona. This time, it's inside a detention center. A person held at the Florence Detention Center has been diagnosed with measles. The Department of Homeland Security shared this news. They said the Arizona Public Health Depart
South Carolina is facing a serious measles outbreak. It has now surpassed Texas's previous record of 762 cases from last year. This is a big deal because the U. S. was declared measles-free in 2000. Now, there's a real chance that status could be lost. The outbreak started in October but has been s
Vaccine exemptions in New Jersey are on the rise, and it's not just a small increase. The numbers are growing fast, especially for religious reasons. In the 2024-25 school year, nearly 25, 000 kids skipped vaccines because of their family's religious beliefs. That's a big jump from just a decade ago
Measles is back with a vengeance in Europe. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced that several countries, including the UK, have lost their measles-free status. This news comes after a surge in infections across the continent. Spain, Austria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan also
In the world of collectibles, Pokemon cards have become a hot commodity, and not just for kids. Adults are diving into this hobby, turning it into a serious business. But with high value comes high risk, and recently, thieves have been targeting trading card shops and collectors in Southern Californ
North Texas is feeling the chill as a winter storm brings icy conditions and power outages to the area. Thousands of people are in the dark as the storm causes issues with the electric grid. Oncor, the state's largest electricity provider, is working hard to restore power to affected customers. The
