In Brazil’s Bahia state, a small but telling study looked at how young trans women piece together their identities while facing everyday pressures. Instead of just asking “why” they feel the way they do, researchers zoomed in on the exact places and moments that shape their sense of self—home, schoo
Every week, millions of Americans hear sermons that shape their views. But some churches go beyond spiritual guidance, blending politics into their messages. A study looked at thousands of sermons from evangelical churches during election years. It found that over 14% of these churches openly pushed
Reports from Palestinians suggest some Israeli forces have used sexual violence in prisons. These accounts include beatings, public shaming, and torture that targets both adults and minors. The claims are serious enough to demand thorough, unbiased investigations. Even if only partly true, they rais
A major prayer event in Washington D. C. recently made headlines not just for its size or message, but for the strong words of one speaker. A well-known religious leader used a recorded address to describe the country as deeply troubled, pointing to social changes as proof of moral decline. These co
Swapping out processed snacks for whole foods is a smart move, but the "30 plants a week challenge" takes it further. Research shows that people eating a wide variety of plant-based foods tend to have healthier gut bacteria. But how practical is it to hit that number? Actually, it’s easier than it s
For years, California has been a battleground for big ideas in healthcare. Politicians on the left pushed hard for a single-payer system, where the state would cover everyone’s medical bills. But now one of the most vocal supporters of that idea has quietly backtracked. Xavier Becerra, who ran the s
Parenting today comes with a hidden cost no one talks about enough. Behind the daily routines of meals and school runs lies an unseen workload that falls mostly on one person. For many families, that person is the mom. She tracks appointments, remembers birthdays, plans meals, and handles the emotio
Virginia recently took another step forward in improving care for mothers and infants with a set of new laws signed in April. These laws expand on last year’s "Momnibus" package, which was the first major effort to tackle long-standing issues in maternal and infant health across the state. While the
Scientists have been trying to fix serious damage to the cervix for years, but good solutions are rare. Most methods just provide basic support, failing to help the tissue fully heal when large or complicated injuries occur. Now, researchers tested a fresh idea: mixing human stem cells from umbilica
A heavy snow forecast is set to hit the Rockies, with more than a foot of new white expected over the coming days. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that will be active from late Sunday night until 6 p. m. Monday, covering parts of Boulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin, Grand,
