As an emergency medicine resident in the early 2000s, I had the unfortunate experience of encountering a patient with a heartbreaking story. A woman in her early 60s came to the emergency department complaining of back pain. In the past, it was common for uninsured individuals to seek care in the ER, even for low-acuity
Senator Bernie Sanders has once again taken a bold stand in support of working people in the United States. In a passionate speech delivered in Detroit, Sanders called on Americans to stand in solidarity with the striking autoworkers who are demanding fair treatment and better working conditions. Addressing General Motors CEO Mary Barra, Stellantis CEO
Donald Trump, the former president of the United States and leading Republican candidate for the party’s 2024 presidential nomination, launched a scathing attack on special counsel Jack Smith. Smith, who headed two federal investigations into Trump, recently sought restrictions on what the former president can say about his federal election interference case. This article delves
In an exciting development for Amazon MGM Studios, Peter Oillataguerre has been appointed to the newly created position of Head of Feature Film Production. The announcement was made by Jennifer Salke, the studio head, who shared the news with staff members via email on Friday. Oillataguerre, with his extensive industry experience, will oversee all aspects
In a historic move, the United Auto Workers (UAW) labor union has initiated targeted strikes against the three major Detroit automakers. The strikes, which began early Friday morning, have impacted three key plants responsible for manufacturing popular vehicle models such as the Ford Bronco, Chevrolet Colorado, and Jeep Wrangler. This simultaneous action against all three
Google has agreed to settle claims with California and private plaintiffs, agreeing to pay $155 million and provide more transparency on how it tracks users’ locations and uses their data. The settlements address allegations that the tech giant misled consumers into thinking they had control over their personal data while using deceptive practices to collect
Premature births pose significant risks to infants, particularly those born at less than 28 weeks’ gestation. To address the challenges associated with premature births, researchers have developed artificial womb technology (AWT) as a potential solution. AWT aims to simulate the womb’s physiologic environment, providing a bridge from extreme preterm birth to later gestation and reducing
The shocking case of Lucy Letby, the former nurse convicted for the murder of seven babies and the attempted murder of six others, has sent shockwaves throughout the world. Letby, who worked at the Countess of Chester Hospital at the time of the heinous crimes, has recently filed a formal appeal against her convictions. This
For centuries, scientists have marveled at the intricacies of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and its role as the blueprint for life. However, in recent years, researchers have begun exploring a new and exciting avenue for DNA – using it as the basis for creating a biological computer. While previous attempts at DNA computing have been limited
It was a devastating blow for New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers when he suffered a season-ending torn Achilles tendon in his left leg during the team’s season-opening game against the Buffalo Bills. However, Rodgers remains positive as he embarks on the road to recovery. Rodgers recently shared on Instagram that his surgery to repair