People who feel unsafe in their own states are moving to a small city in Illinois that offers support and low cost living. A couple, both transgender men, met at an art show in Peoria last fall. Their artwork was beside each other and they talked about how they both had left their previous homes
Parents often worry when their little one won’t settle down. A quiet background hum can calm a fussing infant, and the American Academy of Pediatrics says this helps babies sleep better. You don’t have to buy a pricey white‑noise machine if you already own an iPhone. Apple added a hidden feature ca
A new pilot study tested a short virtual reality program aimed at students training to become teachers. The goal was to see if speaking in the VR environment would match how they talk when actually teaching. Researchers set up a virtual classroom where participants practiced lesson delivery wh
Pinewood Springs, a small town near Estes Park, has struggled with its water supply for decades. The local water district, which serves about 750 residents, has not fixed its aging pipes for a long time. As a result, the water that comes out of many homes is discolored and sometimes leaves sludge be
The Mets’ star outfielder, Juan Soto, is dealing with a calf injury that has prompted medical advice for him to sit out a week or more. An MRI of his right calf revealed only a minor, grade‑1 strain, but a respected sports physician has urged the team to keep him off the field for 7‑10 days. The
In a bustling Chicago bar, fans gathered to watch Illinois face Connecticut in the Final Four. The crowd’s energy rose with every dunk and missed shot, turning the venue into a lively arena for supporters. Some patrons celebrated the team’s long‑time run, while others simply enjoyed the shared excit
People who are fighting prostate cancer often find that getting physiotherapy when they need it is very important, yet the reality shows a clear gap. The study looked at how patients in both city and countryside hospitals experience the chance to see a physiotherapist, whether they can join sessi
A new sports-themed word game is up for play. It invites participants to spot connections between words that fit into four different colors. The challenge is set in a relaxed format, so you can tackle it at your own pace. The yellow section asks for items that belong on an American football sidelin
Sports Illustrated, once a sports magazine staple, is showing signs of life again after a tough period. Two years ago, many writers were told their jobs were ending. Now the magazine is hosting big events at places like the Cow Palace and Quince, where fans can meet celebrities. The owner of S
The debate over who gets to decide how many people sit on a subway train has resurfaced. State lawmakers, influenced by the Transport Workers Union (TWU), are pushing a bill that would force every train to have both a motorman and a conductor. This move directly conflicts with the industry trend tow
