Dolly Parton, the iconic country music star, is stepping into a new role: convenience store innovator. She's teaming up with Tennessean Travel Stop to create a unique travel center experience. The plan? To turn ordinary pit stops into something special, starting in summer 2026. This isn't just abou
The world of diabetes treatment is buzzing with fresh insights, thanks to a recent presentation and interview by Dr. Ralph DeFronzo. He's a big shot in the field, known for his work at UT Health San Antonio. The focus? Icovamenib, a drug that's showing promise in helping people with diabetes. Dr. D
Multnomah County is facing a tough situation with its behavioral health services. Up to 21 full-time jobs might be cut, and 17 more are in danger for the next fiscal year. This is because of a big drop in funding from CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid provider. The county's board will decide
A strange chain of events led to a tragic outcome in a recent medical case. It all started with a man in Idaho who was scratched by a skunk while protecting a kitten. The scratch seemed minor, but it turned out to be much more serious. The man later showed signs of confusion, trouble walking, and ha
At a recent Kennedy Center Honors, President Donald Trump, aged 79, had a mix-up that left many scratching their heads. He confused Stephen Colbert with Jimmy Kimmel, even cracking a joke about his own talent. The funny part? Kimmel wasn't even the host that night. Colbert had hosted the event from
Japan recently experienced a strong earthquake, measuring 7. 5 on the Richter scale, in its northern regions. This event has sparked concerns about the possibility of an even larger earthquake, often referred to as a megaquake, which could potentially trigger a massive tsunami reaching up to 98 feet
The 2025 College Football Playoff is set, but not everyone is happy. People are arguing about who should have made it in. Two teams, Alabama and BYU, are at the center of the debate. Both lost their championship games. Alabama was ranked ninth and lost to Georgia. BYU was ranked eleventh and lost to
Baseball and politics have always been a big deal in the U. S. They both bring people together and sometimes drive them apart. A recent book, "House Divided, " dives into the story of the first congressional baseball game, which started in 1909 and is still going strong today. This game pits Democra
Liberty Science Center in Jersey City is shaking up holiday traditions with a fun twist. Kids can now meet Santa in their pajamas! This isn't your typical holiday event. It's a mix of science, fun, and holiday cheer. The center is hosting Santa's Pajama Party on select Fridays and Saturdays until D
A new player in the space industry, Aetherflux, is setting its sights on a unique venture: placing AI data centers in orbit. This isn't just about moving data centers to space; it's about solving some big problems on Earth. The idea is to use satellites powered by solar energy to handle AI tasks, wh
