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How the fatal 'Rust' shooting unfolded, moment by moment
The cast and crew of "Rust" had just returned from lunch when it happened.
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Managing Complications of Lupus
Many people may recognize the term “lupus” and think of it as an autoimmune disease that can cause joint pain and swelling, but you may not be aware lupus impacts an estimated 1.5 million Americans and can affect many parts of the body.
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MD Anderson Research Highlights: ASTRO 2021 Special Edition
Key presentations focused on novel radiation therapy regimen, predictive biomarkers for immunotherapy and AI-based modeling
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Research Highlights provides a glimpse into recent studies in basic, translational and clinical cancer research from MD Anderson experts. This special edition features oral presentations by MD Anderson researchers at the 2021 American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting (Oct. 24-27) on novel therapeutic and diagnostic approaches, including partial breast irradiation, evaluating PD-L1 levels as biomarkers to better predict response to immunotherapy, and deep learning and biomechanical models.
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MD Anderson’s Boot Walk to End Cancer® to unite thousands virtually on Nov. 6
Cancer survivors, caregivers, supporters across the nation walk 1.2 miles, raise funds for cancer research and patient programs
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center celebrates its sixth annual Boot Walk to End Cancer® on Saturday, Nov. 6. Due to ongoing COVID-19 precautions, the 1.2-mile walk will be held virtually to keep participants, their families and their communities safe. Participants are encouraged to walk a personalized route in their own neighborhoods, whether it be on a trail, track or sidewalk. Registration is open at mdanderson.org/bootwalk.
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How to stock your kitchen with Mediterranean grocery staples
Starting or staying on the gold medal-winning Mediterranean diet? Then you'll need a shopping resource you can use to stock your pantry with Mediterranean meal essentials -- and continue to use on a weekly basis to restock and purchase fresh, frozen and canned vegetables, fruits, and more.
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White House details plan to roll out Covid-19 vaccines for children ages 5 to 11
The White House on Wednesday unveiled its plans to roll out Covid-19 vaccines for children ages 5 to 11, pending US Food and Drug Administration authorization.
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Here's a first look at 'The Munsters' reboot cast
"The Munsters" director Rob Zombie is giving fans a look at the cast of the reboot.
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Anti-vaxxers are using the same tactics as cults do to attract followers on social media
In 1974, I was recruited into a cult. Known as the Unification Church, but often referred to as the Moonies, the group was — and still is — a far-right cult founded by the Korean cult leader Sun Myung Moon. The Moonies believe that Moon was greater than Jesus and is God's "Messiah." His teachings, followers have said, supersede conscience, the Bible, laws and universal human rights.
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Yes, you can have Covid-19 and the flu at the same time. What that could do to you and others needing care
Dr. Adrian Burrowes has seen hundreds of Covid-19 patients. But he's especially worried about what will happen this flu season -- even more so than last year.
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Here's everything Amazon announced at its big product event — including a $999 robot
Amazon is continuing its quest to cover our homes and bodies with Amazon devices.
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Former lab director testified Theranos prioritized PR and funding over patient care
On Tuesday, the testimony of a former Theranos lab director is set to continue in the criminal trial of the failed blood-testing startup's founder and former CEO, Elizabeth Holmes. Attorneys for Holmes have previously argued that the accuracy and reliability of the company's tests were not her responsibility, but rather fell to those running the lab.
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Halloween "Grosstopia"
Children’s Museum of Houston transforms into the goopiest and slimiest Halloween hub for safe trick-or-treating daily! Oct. 12 to 30
Something icky comes to the Children’s Museum of Houston! A myriad of ooey, gooey and slimy has maneuvered its way into the Museum for three weeks of Halloween! Come partake in spine-tingling experiments, spirit-lifting activities and slime-filled fun during “Halloween Grosstopia.” Meander your way through the Museum in search of goblins, goodies and goo!
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3 Healing Baths To Help You Burn Calories
Soaking in a bath has been a cultural practice all over the world for centuries. It has proven to provide benefits of improving mood, aiding skin conditions, reducing stress, clearing up cold symptoms and relieving muscle pain. What if you found out that bathing could actually help you stay on track with your weekly workout goals?
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'Hotlanta' is even more sweltering in these neighborhoods due to a racist 20th-century policy
On a warm September afternoon, Mona Scott sat on the front porch while her home baked like an oven. As she ran a frozen water bottle across her forehead and arms, Scott told CNN her air conditioning broke 10 days earlier and had not yet been fixed.
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Vaccinate all health care workers now
Covid-19 has killed over 600,000 Americans and sickened many more. It's hard for me to understand why people would refuse a vaccine that could save their lives and those of their family. But as a nurse, what I find even harder to understand is why some health care workers choose not to get vaccinated and put patients at risk as a result.
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Elon Musk takes shots at Joe Biden after SpaceX sends civilians to space
Elon Musk mocked President Joe Biden over the weekend after Saturday's successful splashdown of SpaceX's Inspiration4 flight carried four tourists on a three-day orbital mission.
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More than 80% of Americans have some immunity to coronavirus, blood survey finds
More than 80% of Americans have some level of immunity against the coronavirus, mostly through vaccination, a survey of blood donations indicates.
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Jury selection kicks off in Elizabeth Holmes' criminal trial
Jury selection began Tuesday in a San Jose federal courtroom for the long-awaited trial of Elizabeth Holmes, the former CEO and founder of Theranos.
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'Only Murders in the Building' is Steve Martin's take on a Manhattan murder mystery
"Only Murders in the Building" might have been co-created by Steve Martin, but it has the feel of Woody Allen's lighter mysteries, drenched in New York-centric touches and characters as eccentric as the décor in their high-rise apartments. Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez play the unlikely sleuths, in a Hulu series that's good fun as long as you don't over-think it.
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Evacuation from Afghanistan in final phase after deadly Kabul airport attack
The US still plans to end its mission in Afghanistan this month, the Pentagon said Friday, as the evacuation of US citizens and allies enters its final desperate stage after a bombing at Kabul's airport killed at least 170 people including 13 US service members.
