New York has a big problem. It's not collecting the right info to make sure students get their fair share of college money. The state has a law that says schools must report how many students fill out the FAFSA form. This form is key to unlocking over $1 billion in federal aid. But the state won't s
In the world of health insurance, a big change is coming. The extra help that many people get to pay for their health plans through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is about to disappear. This is not good news for millions of Americans. The end of these extra subsidies, or premium tax credits, will hi
The U. S. might be changing its vaccine schedule. This is a big deal. The plan is to make it like Denmark’s. Denmark has fewer vaccines on its list. The U. S. has 16. Denmark has 10. The idea is to cut down on shots for diseases like chickenpox, hepatitis A, rotavirus, and flu. But why Denmark? It’
The U. S. health insurance system is a tangled web. It's like having eight different systems instead of one. This mess makes healthcare more expensive and harder to understand. Other developed countries have simpler systems. Some use government-run insurance, while others use private insurers. The U
In Pennsylvania, a tough situation is unfolding. Many people are losing their health insurance. The reason? Insurance costs are going up. A lot. Some folks are earning just enough to not get help from Medicaid. But they don't earn enough to afford the high insurance prices. This is leaving many with
In Naples, Italy, Christmas traditions take a quirky turn. Artisans craft detailed nativity scenes, known as presepi, for generations. These scenes often feature miniatures of famous figures. In the past, people loved statues of soccer star Diego Maradona and former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi.
Life in the city is more than just tall buildings and busy streets. It's a mix of things in the air, water, and around us that can change how our genes work. This is what scientists call the Urban Exposome. It's not just about pollution. It's also about the social stuff, like how we live and interac
A recent case of mpox has been reported in Anchorage, involving an adult who had traveled out of state. This individual, who was not vaccinated, is currently isolating at home and recovering. Health officials have identified close contacts of the patient and are monitoring them to prevent further sp
Minnesota sports fans might soon face a challenge in watching their favorite teams. The issue revolves around FanDuel Sports Network, which is in a precarious situation. If a deal with DAZN doesn't go through by January, the network could shut down. This would affect 29 teams across the NBA, NHL, an
A familiar face in Green Bay is about to disappear. Burkel's Sports Bar and Grill, a popular spot for sports fans and food lovers, is closing its doors. The owner, Kevin Burkel, has decided to retire, and the business has been sold. The exact closing date isn't set, but it will happen after the Gree
