WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency is imposing stricter limits on a chemical used to sterilize medical equipment after finding a higher-than-expected cancer risk at facilities that use ethylene oxide to clean billions...
NEW YORK — U.S. marriages have rebounded to pre-pandemic levels with nearly 2.1 million in 2022.That's a 4% increase from the year before. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the data Friday, but has not released...
From football to baseball, gymnastics to tennis, more young athletes are becoming sports specialists. They join expensive sports clubs or youth leagues and devote themselves to a single sport all year long. But Nirav Pandya, a professor...
If you’re like millions of people worldwide, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, is very much on your mind this week. That’s because of a royal kerfuffle that erupted recently, when Middleton—who had not been seen in public...
Reese Chism had marks on her wrists from the restraints used to pin her down for blood draws. She still has nightmares about being forced to stand naked in front of other girls for weigh-ins. The teenager said she threw up because...
This week’s Networking is with 10,000 Small Businesses. Join the program’s graduates for their inaugural Spring Social at Providence Brewing Company. Network and mingle with members of their alumni community and community...
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A partly cloudy and dry day with still some breezy westerlies through the afternoon, high temps in the mid and upper 40’s from lows in the upper 30’s. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow...
Paul Alexander, an American man who lived in an iron lung for more than 70 years after catching polio, has died at age 78. Alexander caught the viral disease when he was 6 years old, in the summer of 1952 when he was living in...
Editor's Note: The headline and lede of this story were updated on March 13, 2024 at 1:40 p.m. E.S.T. to remove reference to the total amount of plastic inhaled by humans every week. Researchers originally estimated that humans ingest...
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza Friends: This week, I have been swamped responding to the Zeppole questions. I think publishing a brief article on its History and an original recipe may help alleviate the task. The Zeppole...
When it comes to creating a thriving ecosystem, choosing the right copepod species is crucial. These tiny crustaceans play a vital role in maintaining a healthy balance in your small reef tank environment. But with so many options...
Olivia Munn recently revealed in an Instagram post that a free, easy tool saved her life. Her ob-gyn used a questionnaire designed to calculate a person's risk of breast cancer, which revealed Munn had an increased chance of developing...
Longtime official is first woman to hold the post in franchise History Photo: Worcester Red Sox The Worcester Red Sox today announced they have promoted Brooke Cooper to Executive Vice President/General Manager. Now in her 10th...
RHODE ISLAND & REGION Scandinavian nursing home will close though assisted living will stay open – families need to transition their family members 1st PFC Soccer Game sells out for March 16th Bristol’s Seabra Market...
Scientists just published the most detailed map of the developing human heart to date.The atlas includes 75 types of heart cells, including cell types in the heart's valves and the muscles that fuel its beats that have never been seen...
Understanding the pivotal role of protein in weight management can significantly enhance your weight loss journey. Proteins, the building blocks of life, are crucial not only for muscle repair and hormone production but also for their...
In the world of dental perfection, a wax try-in is more than just a step; it’s your ticket to a flawless smile. This crucial part of the dental restoration process ensures everything looks great and feels comfortable before the...
How many times have you heard that squashing stress is crucial for good health? Stress has become such a wellness buzzword that the quest to get rid of it can feel, well, stressful. But stress isn’t always the enemy. In fact, research...
DALLAS — Confined to an iron lung after contracting polio as a child, Paul Alexander managed to train himself to breathe on his own for part of the day, earned a law degree, wrote a book about his life, built a big following on social...
If you’re an experienced weed smoker, you might notice that getting high becomes more challenging over time. There’s a way to redefine your smoking experience. Introducing Temple Ball Hash. Temple Ball Hash is known for...
Imagine having a rough day at work, attending meetings after meetings and carrying out your usual tasks. You think of rushing back home and hitting your bed to get some good night sleep. But as soon as you hit it, you find yourself...