Workers in Denver are set to benefit from an increase in minimum wage as of the 1st of January 2026. It will rise from $18.81 to $19.29 an hour, keeping wages aligned with the current cost of rent, groceries, and child care. If you are the type of person who relies on hourly work, this...
Health and Human Service Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is in hot water after making controversial remarks regarding vaccine schedules for Black Americans. RFK Jr., who has a history of anti-vaccination remarks, is opting to change the public health system that will negatively impact Black Americans. In 2021, RFK Jr. received intense backlash for his...
President Donald Trump confirmed on August 11 that his administration is reviewing whether to reclassify marijuana under federal regulations, a move that could mark the biggest shift in US cannabis policy in more than 50 years. “We’re looking at reclassification and we’ll make a determination over the next few weeks,” Trump told reporters during a...
“History Is Written by the Victors” a quote attributed to Winston Churchill holds prescient when it comes to the retelling of history’s heroes. While the true origin of the quote is contested, the sentiment is carried throughout history, even for history’s heroes. We recognise the worst people in history for their atrocities yet we tend...
If you’ve ever sneezed your way through spring or fall, you’ve felt histamine in action. It’s a natural chemical your body releases when it thinks something, like pollen, is harmful. But histamine isn’t just triggered by allergens in the air; it’s also present in many common foods. For most people, this isn’t an issue. The...
A tsunami struck Japan’s Pacific coast just days after a woman, dubbed the “Japanese Baba Vanga,” warned of a looming disaster. Her eerie prediction closely aligned with the actual timing of the event, reigniting public fascination with her past forecasts. The nickname draws comparisons to the famous Bulgarian mystic known for her unsettlingly accurate prophecies....
When we think of the world’s deadliest substances, we imagine industrial-grade substances like lead or arsenic. We assume the only way to face exposure is through actively coming into contact with it. Moreover, obtaining these deadly substances would most likely require considerable effort and legal oversight. However, your favorite snack at the cinema could contain...
Kelley Lynne Klebenow, better known to audiences as Kelley Mack, passed away on August 2, 2025, at just 33 years old. The news came from her family, who shared that she died peacefully in Cincinnati, Ohio, surrounded by loved ones. Her mother and aunt were right by her side during her final moments. In their...
On July 27, 2025, a harrowing scene unfolded at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, when a man unleashed a stabbing spree that left 11 people injured and sent shockwaves through the local community. What could have been a catastrophic mass casualty event was prevented thanks to the swift and courageous actions of two Marine...
Have you ever heard a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in your ears when everything around you is completely quiet? That sound, when it has no outside source, is called tinnitus. It is not a disease by itself, but rather a symptom of something else affecting your hearing or brain. Around 10 to 25 percent...
Health experts recommend adults get about seven to nine hours of sleep every night, but this rule has a huge asterix. The truth is everybody’s sleep needs are different. It’s more important to experiment with lengths and routines that optimize your health instead of sticking to a pre-conceived rule. However, research has uncovered helpful guidelines,...
People say you are what you eat, but you also smell like what you eat. There are some obvious odor-causing foods most people think of, such as their breath after coffee or the bathroom after beans. But smells also come through sweat and compounds on the skin. Keep in mind, body odor isn’t necessarily a...
