In New Jersey, the fight against HIV is getting a boost, especially in Black communities where the impact is felt the most. Gene Huffman, a 34-year-old from Paterson, knows this struggle well. He's been living with HIV for years but has managed to keep the virus under control with daily medication a
A big group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pushing the Education Department to include nursing in a special list of "professional" programs. This comes after nurses were left out of a new rule that lets students borrow more money for certain graduate degrees. Right now, the list incl
Corey Sadler, a standout from Detroit Cass Tech, has been named the 2025 Michigan Sports Writers All-State team Division 1-2 Player of the Year. This recognition comes after a stellar season where Sadler showcased his skills as a running back and receiver. He's not just any player; he's a standout w
Soil is more than just dirt. It's a bustling world of microbes. Among these tiny life forms, some carry genes that can resist antibiotics. These genes are called antibiotic resistance genes, or ARGs. Scientists wanted to understand how these ARGs form and spread, especially in the soil around plant
A crucial deadline is looming for Medi-Cal enrollment in Alameda County. The clock is ticking, and residents need to act fast to secure their health coverage. Starting January 1, 2026, some groups will face a freeze on enrollment, potentially cutting off access to full-scope Medi-Cal. This change h
Microplastics are a big problem. They are tiny plastic bits that are hard to see and even harder to find in nature. These little pieces come from bigger plastics that break down over time. They mix with natural stuff and change chemically. This makes them tricky to identify. Scientists have found a
Tether, the company behind the popular stablecoin USDT, has set its sights on becoming the majority owner of Juventus, a well-known Italian soccer club. This move comes after Tether already bought a smaller share of the team earlier this year. The offer is all in cash, aiming to buy 65. 4% of the sh
Ripple has faced a tough road, but it's not letting that stop its big plans. After a long fight with US regulators, the company is now aiming to combine different financial services using blockchain and stablecoins. Even with all the legal trouble, Ripple has still managed to impress some major play
In a move that has sparked debate, a group of U. S. lawmakers from both major parties have proposed new rules. These rules would make it harder for American companies to send synthetic DNA sequences to other countries. The focus is on countries like China and Russia, which are seen as major competit
In a thrilling turn of events, a skydiver found himself in a precarious situation high above Queensland, Australia. Adrian Ferguson was part of a group planning a 16-way formation jump from a Cessna Caravan. However, things took an unexpected turn when his reserve parachute got caught on the plane's
