First-ever human case of rare bird flu strain confirmed in western US
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed that a resident of Grays Harbor County is the first person in the U.S. known to be infected with the H5N5…
Antisemitism is becoming ‘normal,’ with Jewish teens paying the price
The first time I asked a room full of Jewish teens if they were facing antisemitism, not a single hand went up. It was just weeks after Oct. 7, a…
Smoking just two cigarettes a day can wreak havoc on your heart, study shows
New research dismantles the long-held belief that smoking less means less harm. Scientists now say the body suffers significant cardiovascular damage from even low levels of smoking. Researchers from the…
Antifa violence exposes UC Berkeley’s hypocrisy on free speech and tolerance
The University of California at Berkeley was once famed as the birth of America’s modern free speech movement in 1964, led by graduate student Mario Savio. But, that legacy has…
Common spice may beat depression and boost sexual health, doctor says
One specific spice could function as a natural antidepressant, an expert says. Saffron, found in popular foods and drinks like paella and herbal teas, has shown promise for its ability…
Appeals court blocks order limiting immigration agents’ use of force in Chicago
A federal appeals court has blocked a lower-court ruling that sought to limit how immigration agents can use force during Chicago-area enforcement operations, calling the judge’s order “overbroad” and “too…
An illegal immigrant killed my daughter. Katie and Illinois are both getting justice
When the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reached out to ask if they could honor my daughter Katie through ”Operation Midway Blitz,” I had questions. I couldn’t agree to anything in…
‘Portfolio diet’ gains buzz for lowering cholesterol without medication, experts say
A plant-based eating plan known as the Portfolio Diet is gaining attention for its potential to lower cholesterol — and research suggests it may be as effective as some prescription…
Dem congresswoman indicted for ‘particularly selfish’ alleged theft of FEMA relief funds for campaign use
A Miami grand jury indicted Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., on charges of allegedly stealing millions of dollars in disaster relief funds to make illegal campaign contributions, the Department of Justice…
Britain says Russian spy ship is on edge of UK waters; defense secretary issues warning to Putin
A Russian spy ship was on the edge of United Kingdom waters, British defense officials said. John Healey, the U.K.’s defense secretary, said it was the second time the ship,…