A study followed people with a specific genetic hearing loss called OTOF‑related deafness for two and a half years after they received a gene therapy. The treatment used a harmless virus to deliver a healthy copy of the missing gene into inner‑ear cells. Researchers checked many things over time, su
Federal officials are preparing for a major shift in how marijuana is treated under U. S. law, with changes expected as soon as this week. If approved, this would be the biggest update to marijuana policy in years, making it easier for scientists to study the drug's possible benefits. The push for
A Louisiana Republican named Bill Cassidy holds two important jobs. He leads one Senate committee that watches the Department of Health and sits on another. Because of this, he can ask questions in two separate hearings. Cassidy is also a medical doctor. He once helped the health secretary
Trump getting caught with a Jesus Christ meme isn’t just another odd headline—it reveals a deeper problem. Some supporters don’t just ignore the strangeness; they actively rewrite history to make it fit their view. Whether it’s calling criticism "Trump Derangement Syndrome" or claiming any pushback
The plan to give crypto markets clear rules is stuck in a calendar crunch. Lawmakers won’t push it through before summer recess, but a May Senate hearing keeps hope alive—for now. Earlier deadlines have slipped as Republican Senator Thom Tillis works out kinks with bankers worried about ‘yield-like’
Back in 2018, two friends decided they’d had enough of the babywearing industry leaving them—and countless others—out in the cold. Most carriers felt terrible to use if you weren’t a small size, and popular options quickly vanished from shelves. Instead of just complaining, they chose to change thin
President Trump promised in 2025 that tariffs would change the U. S. relationship with China, claiming the country was hurting America’s economy. More than a year later, the trade moves have not forced China to alter its policies or military stance. The result is a policy that feels aimless, l
The Pope will land in Malabo, the capital on Bioko island, after flying from Angola. He plans to speak with President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, who has ruled since 1979. The visit is part of a longer tour that covers four African countries and 11 cities over 10 days. During his trip, the Pop
The Boston Marathon isn't just about fast times and elite runners. Some of this year's participants are bringing personal missions that go far beyond the finish line. Take Chelsea Clinton, for example. The former First Daughter isn't just running for fun—she's been preparing for years, proving that
During a recent stop in Angola, Pope Leo used his platform to highlight a troubling trend: many people around the world face unfair treatment from those in power. Speaking to a large crowd in Saurimo, near the border of the Democratic Republic of Congo, he pointed out how oppression and dishonesty c
