July 26, 2024 New prosthetics restore natural movement via nerve connection Scientists at MIT have developed a neuroprosthetic that allows people with prosthetic legs to control them using their own nervous systems.
July 26, 2024 Ask a doctor: ‘I swallowed a bug — now what should I do?' Swallowing a bug can be a startling and somewhat disgusting occurrence — but is it dangerous or just a nuisance? A physician offered his expert opinion.
July 26, 2024 Best friends break world record by 9 days after successfully rowing across the Pacific Ocean Two best friends now hold multiple world records after enduring 37 grueling days out on the Pacific Ocean — attempting to row from California to Hawaii. Here's their story.
July 26, 2024 Joe Biden's health: Leadership ability questions mount as Oval Office speech gave no reason for exiting race Experts agreed that the high-pressure nature of the presidency could pose “significant health risks" for Joe Biden, who has recently displayed signs of cognitive challenges.
July 26, 2024 On this day in history, July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signs Americans with Disabilities Act President George H.W. Bush, on this day in history, July 26, 1990, signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), declaring comprehensive civil rights for those with disabilities.
July 25, 2024 Competitive friends rowed the Pacific Ocean in 37 days, making them new world record holders Jessica Oliver, shown here, and Charlotte Harris spent over a month on the Pacific Ocean rowing from California to Hawaii in an attempt to beat a world record. In 37 days, the pair crossed the finish line — beating the record by 9 days.
July 25, 2024 The world's 1st 'test tube baby' turns 46 years old, over 6 million babies born through IVF since 1978 Louise Joy Brown was the first baby in the world born through in vitro fertilization (IVF). Today, there have been millions of babies born through IVF.
July 25, 2024 Upon receiving an Amber Alert, time is of the essence; provide information immediately to save a child Amber Alerts are issued in serious missing child cases. If you receive one, a child is in danger, and any information you have on the case could save a life.
July 25, 2024 11 tips for adults age 65 and over to ‘live well’ over time, according to gerontologists With the number of Americans over age 65 expected to skyrocket in the coming decades, two gerontologists share top tips for how aging adults can stay healthy and energized.
July 25, 2024 Republican AGs accuse Biden's education secretary of 'flagrant' Hatch Act violations Two Republican AGs are reporting that Education Secretary Miguel Cardona violated the Hatch Act in connection to recent comments about President Biden's student loan forgiveness plans.
