Growing up surrounded by sisters often means noticing differences more than similarities. One of those differences was how their bodies looked compared to mine — especially my stomach, which never felt flat no matter how hard I tried. I spent years feeling frustrated, believing my body didn’t meet t
Connecticut’s lawmakers are quietly pushing big changes to a federal drug discount program that feels more like a business deal than public policy. A last-minute addition to a routine bill quietly expanded the 340B program, letting hospitals buy drugs at extreme discounts—sometimes for a fraction of
Spain’s prime minister is packing his bags for Beijing once more, marking his fourth trip to China in just a few years. While many European leaders follow America’s lead on China, he’s sticking to his own path, even when it clashes with U. S. President Trump. Spain sees China as a key partner for gr
Doctors know kids get whooping cough vaccines early, but they still get sick sometimes. That’s why researchers tested blood from three groups of children who got different vaccine versions. Group one had an older whole-cell shot first, then two newer acellular boosters. Group two started with one ac
Missouri lawmakers want to add a new layer of state control over high school sports rules. A bill that would create a government board to handle final appeals for the Missouri State High School Activities Association is moving through the legislature. The proposed board would be picked by the govern
Back in the 1700s, many leaders saw education as key to building a strong nation. Noah Webster, famous for his dictionary, was one of them. He believed schools should teach values that match the country’s beliefs. For America, he argued, that meant following Christian principles. Some people still p
The Bigfork boys' track team had a strong showing at the Hamilton Invitational, placing third with 54 points. The meet was cut short by weather, with only 14 out of the usual 17 events completed. Robert Merchant, Quinn Kerr, and Tayden West dominated the 100 meters, finishing 1-2-3 respectively. Mer
Central New York is trading winter coats for lighter jackets this week as temperatures rise fast. Midweek highs could hit the mid to upper 70s, making it feel more like April than March. But with warmth comes a price—moist air sneaking up from the Gulf will bring frequent showers and even thundersto
After someone with Bipolar II disorder is hospitalized for the first time, their risk of attempting suicide doesn’t disappear—it actually spikes. New research shows that the months right after discharge are some of the most dangerous periods for these patients. Scientists tracked a group of Bipolar
Spokane is thinking about letting food trucks set up shop in more downtown spots. The city council will discuss a small plan that could drop a $60 permit fee for trucks that stay in town more than two weeks each year. That fee is rarely used, so it would cost the city only about $500 a year to keep.
