Common cooking methods may destroy broccoli’s important health benefits

Common cooking methods may destroy broccoli’s important health benefits

Broccoli is nutritious whether it’s steamed, roasted or tossed into a stir-fry. It contains vitamins A, C and K, minerals including calcium and potassium, fiber, and glucoraphanin, a compound that has been studied for possible health benefits. But how you cook it can affect some of those nutrients. Boiling may cause water-soluble nutrients to seep […]

New study links exposure to a common chemical with an aggressive type of cancer

New study links exposure to a common chemical with an aggressive type of cancer

Two persistent chemicals known as PFAS may be linked to a higher risk of an aggressive form of breast cancer, according to a study by researchers at the National Institutes of Health. PFAS are synthetic substances that degrade slowly and can accumulate in the environment and the body. They have been used in products such […]

Common necessities drive up credit balances while debt defaults increase

Common necessities drive up credit balances while debt defaults increase

For many Americans, using credit cards for everyday essentials has become a more common way to manage finances. As prices for groceries, gas, and utilities rise, more households are finding themselves in debt just to maintain basic living standards. While paying for necessities with credit isn’t a new trend, the real issue arises when people […]

Haiti’s Prime Minister States the World Has a ‘Common Duty’ to Avert Crises

Haiti's Prime Minister States the World Has a 'Common Duty' to Avert Crises

Haitian Prime Minister Calls for Collective Responsibility Amidst Migrant Crisis During a speech at the United Nations General Assembly on Friday, Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé of Haiti emphasized the need for “shared responsibility” to address the mass displacement of migrants, an issue that has became particularly pronounced in his own country. Fils-Aimé, who leads […]

Study finds cefepime, a common antibiotic, associated with 94% increased risk of death.

Study finds cefepime, a common antibiotic, associated with 94% increased risk of death.

A recent study has found that a widely used antibiotic, cefepime, could be linked to an increased risk of death. This drug, which is typically given via injection, is often used to treat various bacterial infections, including pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and skin infections. According to the Mayo Clinic, serious side effects might include confusion, […]

The person behind the GOP’s ‘common sense versus communist craziness’ messaging strategy has been identified as Lisa McClain.

The person behind the GOP's 'common sense versus communist craziness' messaging strategy has been identified as Lisa McClain.

Recently, national Republicans have adopted a straightforward messaging strategy, framing the midterms as a clash of “common sense vs. communist crazy.” This phrase resonated with many speakers during the GOP midterm convention held in Dallas last week. This catchy line was crafted by House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain from Michigan, who shared it as […]