A student from the Sunshine State recently struck gold during an archaeological excavation in Britain, over 4,000 miles from home. Yara Souza of Orlando, Florida, discovered the ninth century golden artifact during an excavation in Redesdale, Northumberland, in July. An archaeology student at Newcastle University, Souza said she “couldn’t believe” …
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Spotted these days on everything from quiet cul-de-sacs to bustling main streets, golf carts are no longer just for the fairway. They’re now street legal in many communities as families ditch their minivans and SUVs to run quick errands or ramble around town. “A slow-rolling cavalry is conquering America’s public …
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Two more healthcare workers have been fired after making controversial comments about the assassination of Turning Point USA founder and CEOCharlie Kirk. In New Orleans, Acadian Ambulance Service announced the termination of an employee for this reason. “We are aware of a recent social media post by one of our …
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Human infections from drug-resistant bacteria are spiking in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned. The CDC’s laboratory tests have shown that occurrences of a bacteria called NDM-producing carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (NDM-CRE) have increased dramatically. NDM-CRE belongs to a broader category of bacteria called carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE), …
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States. This week’s quiz highlights fizzy favorites, notable newspapers — and much more. Can you get all 8 questions right? Give it …
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Experts agree that exercise is vital to longevity and helps to preserve muscle mass, bone density and joint health as we age. But it’s important to approach workouts in the right way to ensure safe, optimal results. The general guideline is for healthy adults to get 150 minutes of moderate …
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Levels of iron in the brain could be a warning sign of future Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. High levels of the chemical element have been shown to increase brain toxins and trigger neurodegeneration, resulting in cognitive decline — especially when they interact with theabnormal amyloid and tau proteins …
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Las Vegas tourism continues to decline as fresh numbers reveal that fewer visitors are traveling to Sin City. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) recently released its numbers for July visitors, noting a 12% drop from last year. There were 3,089,300 visitors this July compared to over 3.5 …
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A simple snack swap could deliver big health benefits, new research shows. A clinical trial led by Oregon State University found that eating about two ounces of almonds a day – roughly 45 nuts – was found to lower LDL cholesterol, the “bad” type that clogs arteries and also offer …
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A common vitamin could help prevent the development of skin cancer, new research suggests. The study, published in JAMA Dermatology, found a decreased risk of three types of skin cancer associated with the use of nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3. The research examined the health data of …
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