Researchers dug into how our daily habits, mental health, and social status might impact spinal issues. They used a fancy method called Mendelian randomization to figure out if these factors cause problems like back pain or herniated discs. First, they looked at lifestyle choices. Things like smoki
House Democrats recently shared a set of 19 photos from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein. These images show Epstein with various influential figures, including President Trump and former President Bill Clinton. The photos were chosen from a much larger collection of 95, 000 images found in Epstein's em
Costco has been doing well in terms of sales, but its stock is not keeping up. In the first quarter of fiscal 2026, Costco made $4. 50 per share. This was more than what experts thought it would make. The company's total revenue went up by 8. 3% to $67. 3 billion. Membership fees also went up by 14%
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In a daring nighttime operation, a former US special forces member orchestrated the secret escape of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. The mission, carried out under the cover of darkness, involved a treacherous sea journey lasting over 13 hours. The team, led by Bryan Stern, faced
A gas line rupture in Hayward caused a significant explosion, leaving at least six people hurt. The scene was chaotic, with neighbors and paramedics rushing to help those in need. Two women, one older and one younger, were seen walking out of their home in pajamas, visibly shaken and injured. The y
Early planning can save a lot of money and effort. This is especially true in healthcare. When developing new treatments, it's wise to think about costs and benefits early on. This approach can help make sure that the treatments are not only effective but also affordable. Take skin cancer, for exam
A massive collection of nearly 100, 000 photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate has surfaced, featuring some well-known figures. Among them are former U. S. Presidents Donald Trump and Bill Clinton, along with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, and filmmaker Woody Allen. These images, released by House D
The Fraser Valley is bracing for another round of wet weather. After a massive downpour on Wednesday, Environment Canada has issued a heads-up about more rain in the coming days. The eastern part of the Fraser Valley, including Chilliwack, Abbotsford, and Hope, has already seen a lot of rain. Some
Hospitals are trying out virtual nurses to fix their staffing problems. These virtual nurses use video and messaging to check on patients from far away. But a new study shows that this might not be the solution everyone hoped for. Researchers talked to 880 nurses from 10 different states. They foun
