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Mar 26 2026LIFESTYLE

A Slice of Luxury: What Makes Kiawah Island So Sought-After

Kiawah Island isn’t just another pretty spot along the South Carolina coast—it’s a carefully designed escape where nature and extravagance meet. Just a short drive from Charleston, this private island packs 10 miles of untouched Atlantic shoreline, over 30 miles of smooth bike paths, and some of the

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Mar 25 2026POLITICS

A New Look at the Glyphosate Debate

For years, a prominent environmental activist has been in courtrooms arguing that the herbicide glyphosate causes cancer. He built a career and earned millions by pushing cases to trial, often citing this claim during his presidential run. Recently he surprised his supporters by backing an executiv

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Mar 25 2026HEALTH

End‑of‑life Care for Muslim Cancer Patients: A New Look

Hospice care that is built into cancer treatment teams helps patients feel better when they are near the end of life. Yet, it is unclear whether this approach works well in places where most people are Muslim and cultural norms influence medical decisions. Researchers compared two groups of patien

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Mar 24 2026SCIENCE

Mosquito Hunt: A Student’s Bite‑Proof Experiment

The experiment began with a curious question: how do tiny mosquitoes spot us? A professor and a college student tried to answer it by putting the student in a room full of insects. The first attempt used a mesh suit, but it didn’t stop the mosquitoes from biting. After many painful stings, the team

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Mar 24 2026HEALTH

Stay Ahead of Colon Cancer: Simple Steps for Everyone

March marks a chance to talk about colon cancer, the second biggest killer of Americans and a leading threat for people under 50. A specialist in digestive health shares four key ways to lower the risk. First, get checked. People aged 45‑75 should have a colon exam, the best way to spot cancer or e

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Steyer’s Silence on Newsom Sparks Debate

Tom Steyer, a billionaire running for California governor, faced backlash after he avoided giving a grade to current Governor Gavin Newsom during an interview. The question was simple: what letter would Steyer assign to Newsom’s performance over his two terms? Instead, he replied that people have co

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Mar 23 2026BUSINESS

A Busy CEO’s Daily Grind and His Quest for Authentic Food

Hady Kfoury runs a chain of Middle‑Eastern restaurants that is growing fast, with 43 stores now and plans for over 200 by 2030. He wakes before dawn, around six a. m. , and uses the quiet hour to stretch or run. After that he calls his mother for a quick chat, keeping the family bond alive whi

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Mar 23 2026WEATHER

Cold Wind Hits Chicago After Sunny Weekend

Chicago residents enjoyed warm 70‑degree days on Friday and Saturday, but a sudden shift will bring cooler temperatures by Sunday. City readings are expected to drop into the low 40s, while farther south suburbs may stay around 50 degrees. Strong winds from the north will make it feel even colder,

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Mar 23 2026HEALTH

Women find strength in sharing mental health struggles together

More than a third of female college students today face anxiety, research shows. At the University of Florida, one student noticed something missing. While therapy helped her, she wanted something more personal—a space where women could talk openly without scheduling conflicts or mixed groups. So i

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Mar 22 2026SCIENCE

Obesity Fight: Tiny Quercetin Boosts Health in Rats

Scientists tested a plant compound called quercetin and a special tiny version of it on rats that ate a very fatty diet. The goal was to see if these substances could stop the rats from gaining too much weight and keep their bodies healthy. The tiny version, called nanoquercetin, is designed t

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