Scientists sequence first-ever complete human genome
The completed sequence can help scientists unlock a better understanding of how humans evolve, the development of diseases and even how to more effectively treat cancer.
The completed sequence can help scientists unlock a better understanding of how humans evolve, the development of diseases and even how to more effectively treat cancer.
Disney hand sanitizers recalled due to Benzene and Methanol presence
The Mickey Mouse and Mandalorian-edition hand sanitizers were produced by a third-party manufacturer.
The Mickey Mouse and Mandalorian-edition hand sanitizers were produced by a third-party manufacturer.
Man gets 90 COVID-19 shots to sell forged vaccine passes
The 60-year-old was caught at a vaccination center in Germany when he showed up for a COVID-19 shot for the second day in a row.
The 60-year-old was caught at a vaccination center in Germany when he showed up for a COVID-19 shot for the second day in a row.
Coach who donated kidney now supporting recipient in cancer battle
Former high school girls basketball coach Jerry Hoffman, who donated a kidney to Nikkey Freeman in 2021, is now supporting Freeman as she battles breast cancer.
Former high school girls basketball coach Jerry Hoffman, who donated a kidney to Nikkey Freeman in 2021, is now supporting Freeman as she battles breast cancer.
Number of COVID-19 patients in hospitals reaches record low in US
COVID-19 hospitalization numbers have plunged to their lowest levels since the summer of 2020.
COVID-19 hospitalization numbers have plunged to their lowest levels since the summer of 2020.
Man's family meets organ donation recipients, Dallas hospital staff who helped with transplants
The family of a young man lost to a hit-and-run crash said their son now lives on through others his organs helped save.
The family of a young man lost to a hit-and-run crash said their son now lives on through others his organs helped save.
Social media use linked to small decrease in teens’ life satisfaction 1 year later, study finds
Researchers found “windows of sensitivity” — or the apparent link between social media and life satisfaction — happen more substantially at certain ages.
Researchers found “windows of sensitivity” — or the apparent link between social media and life satisfaction — happen more substantially at certain ages.
Eating 100g of cranberries a day may help keep heart disease away, study finds
A new clinical trial found that daily consumption of cranberries for one month improved cardiovascular function in healthy men.
A new clinical trial found that daily consumption of cranberries for one month improved cardiovascular function in healthy men.
These are the worst places to live with asthma in the US
The Asthma Capitals Report ranks the most challenging cities to live with asthma.
The Asthma Capitals Report ranks the most challenging cities to live with asthma.
Parent of transgender child speaks out after Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signs anti-trans bills
Arizona has joined a growing list of Republican-controlled states looking to restrict transgender rights as they gain more visibility in culture and society, and the mother of a transgender child in Arizona is expressing her devastation over Gov. Ducey's decision to sign the anti-trans bills.
Arizona has joined a growing list of Republican-controlled states looking to restrict transgender rights as they gain more visibility in culture and society, and the mother of a transgender child in Arizona is expressing her devastation over Gov. Ducey's decision to sign the anti-trans bills.
Dallas demonstrators protest ending of transgender health program at North Texas hospitals
The Dallas skyline was lit up Thursday in blue, white and pink to commemorate Transgender Day of Visibility. Trans demonstrators and their allies on Thursday marked the day to protest the ending of a program designed to help minors go through transition.
The Dallas skyline was lit up Thursday in blue, white and pink to commemorate Transgender Day of Visibility. Trans demonstrators and their allies on Thursday marked the day to protest the ending of a program designed to help minors go through transition.
Arlington settles lawsuit with family of 3-year-old infected by brain-eating amoeba at splash pad
The family will receive a $250,000 settlement, the maximum allowed under state law in this case. However, they make it clear the improved safety protocols and training requirements are most important.
The family will receive a $250,000 settlement, the maximum allowed under state law in this case. However, they make it clear the improved safety protocols and training requirements are most important.
Arizona Gov. Ducey signs 15-week abortion ban into law
Gov. Doug Ducey signed Senate Bill 1164 on Wednesday, March 30, which outlaws abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy. It mirrors a Mississippi law now being considered by the nation’s high court.
Gov. Doug Ducey signed Senate Bill 1164 on Wednesday, March 30, which outlaws abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy. It mirrors a Mississippi law now being considered by the nation’s high court.
Federal judge blasts Texas Rangers' investigation into sex trafficking at foster care facility
The Rangers investigated complaints about the facility and concluded that an employee accused of taking nude photos of girls in exchange for drugs did not commit sex trafficking. A federal judge questioned whether the Texas Rangers understand the definition of sex trafficking.
The Rangers investigated complaints about the facility and concluded that an employee accused of taking nude photos of girls in exchange for drugs did not commit sex trafficking. A federal judge questioned whether the Texas Rangers understand the definition of sex trafficking.
Alliance for Children non-profit expands to new Fort Worth facility to help more victims
Police departments and CPS investigators have a vested interest in the new Alliance For Children Facility considering how many abused and victimized children transition from a crime scene to a comforting place where their needs are met throughout an investigation. The agency’s new 38,000 square foot facility sits in West Fort Worth.
Police departments and CPS investigators have a vested interest in the new Alliance For Children Facility considering how many abused and victimized children transition from a crime scene to a comforting place where their needs are met throughout an investigation. The agency’s new 38,000 square foot facility sits in West Fort Worth.
What is aphasia?
Actor Bruce Willis is taking a break from acting and his family announced on social media Wednesday that the 67-year-old has been diagnosed with aphasia.
Actor Bruce Willis is taking a break from acting and his family announced on social media Wednesday that the 67-year-old has been diagnosed with aphasia.
COVID-19 vaccine second booster: Who needs one and when?
The Food and Drug Administration authorized a second COVID-19 booster for many Americans. Here's a look at who is eligible and when to get it.
The Food and Drug Administration authorized a second COVID-19 booster for many Americans. Here's a look at who is eligible and when to get it.
The Wanted singer Tom Parker dies at 33 after brain cancer diagnosis
Tom Parker, a member of British boy band The Wanted, has died after being diagnosed with stage four brain cancer in 2020. He was 33 years old.
Tom Parker, a member of British boy band The Wanted, has died after being diagnosed with stage four brain cancer in 2020. He was 33 years old.
Bruce Willis diagnosed with aphasia, 'stepping away' from acting, family reveals
The 67-year-old actor has been diagnosed with aphasia, the family announced on social media.
The 67-year-old actor has been diagnosed with aphasia, the family announced on social media.
Prediabetes rising among US adolescents and teens, study finds
Researchers found that prediabetes among youths in the U.S. increased significantly from 11.6% to 28.2% between 1999 and 2018.
Researchers found that prediabetes among youths in the U.S. increased significantly from 11.6% to 28.2% between 1999 and 2018.