A medical transport jet with a child patient, her mother and four crew members on board crashed into a Philadelphia neighbourhood shortly after takeoff Friday evening, exploding in a fireball that engulfed several homes. All six people aboard were from Mexico. The child had been treated in Philadelphia for a life-threatening condition and was being…
TOCUYITO, Venezuela — Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro labeled them as terrorists on national television. They were plucked from pharmacies, apartment buildings and other locations, and thrown in prison for months. Many then endured severe beatings, food deprivation and other forms of torture. Virtually all developed stomach infections and lost weight. Three died. More than 2,200…
Walking may seem like an ordinary activity we do every day, but did you know it holds the potential to be a true superpower for humans? From boosting our physical health to improving mental well-being, walking is a simple and transformative habit. The best part? It doesn’t require fancy equipment or expensive memberships—just a good…
Jasmine oil, with its antibacterial, antifungal, and hydrating properties, enhances scalp health, stimulates blood circulation, strengthens hair follicles, and prevents dryness. It can be used in massages, masks, or added to shampoos and conditioners to promote hair growth. Proper usage with precautions ensures optimal benefits. Jasmine oil, derived from the fragrant jasmine flower, is not…
 Most American parents hardly give thought to polio beyond the instant their child is immunized against the disease. But there was a time in this country when polio paralyzed 20,000 people in a year, killing many of them. Vaccines turned the tide against the virus. Over the past decade, there has been only one…
 Obesity should be assessed in a way that goes beyond the standard measure of body mass index, or B.M.I., according to a new definition of the condition released by an international commission. Its report, published Tuesday in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology journal, makes the case for focusing on how much body fat and…