For a long time, we've known that people with severe mental health issues don't live as long as the rest of us. But what about those living in a huge, diverse city like New York City? That's a different story. Let's dive into the numbers. Adults 18 and up with serious mental illness (SMI) in NYC h
First off, imagine this: it is the biggest game of the year, the Super Bowl of course! Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs is stepping up to the mic during a press conference, facing journalists from all sides and getting one interesting question: is he planning to propose to his girlfriend Taylo
Wildfires have been raging across the United States and Canada, spewing smoke. This smoke has made air quality worse in some regions of the U. S. , particularly in the west. The Environmental Protection Agency has an 'Exceptional Events' rule, which allows states to ignore pollution monito
Picture facing a target and hurling rocks as high as a goal that you need to hit; you’re calming down your nerves and have the good time of your life while getting majorly tempted by a made-to-order, homemade; menu pressed out of a smash burger. The Quarry Taphouse is in Hastings. Minnesota is home
In American cities, racial inequalities in pay are a big problem. It's no secret that big cities have more job opportunities. This is great for gaining skills and experience. The term "experience factor" is used to describe this. Usually, workers in big cities earn more. However, for Black and Latin
Humans have long practiced breath control, like alternate nostril breathing. This is an ancient technique from yogic traditions. It has been thought to control brain activity and bodily functions. The brain's left and right sides can have different roles, so scientists wanted to see if breathing thr
Have you ever thought about how schools choose who goes where? Like a big sorting hat. There's more to it than what meets the eye. Schools have always been a place for learning and growing, but what if something more complicated wants in? Something we call polygenic scores, which are like a report
In a move that sent Ripples through the financial world, UBS, the powerhouse bank of Switzerland, kicked off a buying spree this year. After delivering a jaw dropping surprise in their fourth quarter report of 2024, the bank will burn through a quarter of their treasure to repurchase shares. Otherwi
While Governor Greg Abbott was speaking on TV, something else was happening. A group supporting LGBTQ rights showed some ads on TV. These ads had three transgender people being themselves. The ads were made by GLAAD and Ground Media. These guys wanted to show people that being transgender is no
Making French onion soup can quickly turn into a labor of love. This isn't just because of the time it takes to slice through the onions, but rather the patience required to slowly cook them into a caramelized paradise. The classic French onion soup is a dish of layered flavors, but what if there wa
