Cannabidiol Slashes Seizures In Kids With Rare Epilepsy, Study Finds
Cannabidiol, which is found in marijuana plants, reduced the number of convulsive seizures in children with a severe and often fatal epilepsy disorder, according to research published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine. Among children taking cannabidiol, the decrease in the frequency of convulsive seizures -- which involve a loss of consciousness, stiffened muscles and jerking movements -- was 23 percentage points greater than the decrease in seizures among children taking a placebo.
Landslide Piles Onto California's Infrastructure Woes
It's been a brutal year so far for California's infrastructure.
5 Things for Thursday, May 25: Manchester Attack, Russia, Trump, Montana
Manchester's beloved soccer team, Manchester United, won a league title. It was an emotional, bittersweet victory. Here's what else you need to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Angie Harmon, Rosanette & Harry Cullen Honored at UNICEF Audrey Hepburn Society Ball in Houston
On Wednesday evening, the Southwest Regional Office of UNICEF USA hosted the fourth annual UNICEF Audrey Hepburn Society Ball at the Marriott Marquis in Houston, Texas. The event, emceed by Great Day Houston host Deborah Duncan and featuring a special performance by Michael Bolton, celebrated UNICEF’s lifesaving work and honored UNICEF Ambassador and actor Angie Harmon with the Spirit of Compassion Award. Since her appointment as a UNICEF Ambassador in 2013, Angie has served as a spokesperson for UNICEF USA’s End Trafficking Initiative and has traveled to Vietnam to bring awareness to UNICEF’s lifesaving programs for children.
'Dancing with the Stars' Crowns New Champs, Ending Surprise-filled Season
Warning: This post discusses the results of the most recent season of "Dancing with the Stars."
Paul Ryan: James Comey Is Not a Nut Job
House Speaker Paul Ryan said Wednesday he doesn't agree with President Donald Trump that former FBI Director James Comey is a "nut job."
White House Gears Up for Prolonged Russia Fight
Donald Trump and his senior White House aides are preparing for what they expect to be a prolonged and trying fight over whether the President, his campaign or his ring of associates had inappropriate contacts with Russian operatives during the 2016 election.
Trump Should Be Scared, Comey Friend Says
A friend of James Comey said Tuesday that if he were President Donald Trump he would be scared of the former FBI director's pending testimony.
Trump Tells Pope Francis: 'I won't forget what you said'
After a highly anticipated meeting, Pope Francis appears to have left his mark on President Donald Trump.
Melania Trump Minds Vatican Protocol in Veil Decision
Melania Trump has dutifully considered every outfit she has worn during her first trip abroad as first lady -- her visit with Pope Francis on Wednesday was no exception.
'I'm scared:' Six-year-old Boy Makes Plea to End Gun Violence
He's eloquent, passionate and powerful. And he's only 6 years old. Jeffrey Laney of St. Louis apparently has had it up to here with the violence that he's seen in the city.
Neo-Nazi Converted to Islam, Killed Roommates Who 'disrespected' His Faith, Police Say
A former neo-Nazi who had recently converted to Islam is charged with murdering two of his roommates for "disrespecting" his new faith, police in Tampa, Florida said.
Inside One of the Wildest Tornado-chasing Days Ever Recorded
In the world of storm chasers, May 24, 2016, inspires a near-universal fascination. On that day, the panoramic skies stretching over the Great Plains just outside of Dodge City, Kansas, became the backdrop for a dazzling tornado outbreak, when a series of supercell thunderstorms produced at least 12 twisters immediately around the city.
Other Times Terror Attacks Targeted Children
At any Ariana Grande concert, teenage and preteen girls make up a good deal of the crowd.
11 Jurors Chosen for Cosby Trial
Eleven jurors have been picked thus far for the Bill Cosby trial after the second day of jury selection at the Allegheny County Courthouse in Pennsylvania. Cosby faces sexual offense charges that could land the former comedian in prison.
Seth Rich and The Myth Behind the Unsolved Murder Case
Nearly a year ago, Seth Rich was shot in the back as he made his way home one night in Washington.
US Officials Raise Security Profiles at Arenas
If you are going to a concert or ballgame this week in the United States, you may not notice increased security -- but it will be there.
How to Make Sense Of the School Choice Debate
During her time as education secretary, Betsy DeVos has made it very clear she supports educational choice. This week, she even went as far as calling opponents of the movement "flat earthers" who are holding America's children back.
Landslide Buries California's Scenic Highway Near Big Sur
Dirt and stones are blocking the sweeping views of a coastal scenic highway in California.
5 Things for Wednesday, May 24: Manchester Attack, President Trump, Venezuela
The whole world is reaching out to Manchester after the concert attack. Here's what you need to know to to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
