By September, nearly a third of U.S. residents will live in states where medical aid in dying is legal, expanding access for terminal patients.
By September, Nearly a Third of Americans Will Live in States With Legal Aid in Dying
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Many infamous serial killers were men. But, in the 1800s, the Smithsonian says the deadliest ones often wore corsets. So many women were arrested for serial poisoning the era is known as the “Golden Age of Arsenic.”
Smithsonian reports that many women in the 1800s, during the ‘Golden Age of Arsenic,’ used corsets to conceal poisons, leading to numerous arrests for serial poisoning.
Body cam footage from cop who pulled over woman for holding a phone in her other hand
Police body cam footage captures a traffic stop where an officer pulled over a woman for holding her phone in her other hand. The incident raises questions about enforcement and rights.
The Lag Between an Iran Deal and Lower Oil Prices
Despite signals of progress, delays in reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing conflicts keep oil prices high, with market responses uncertain.
In 1847, Ignaz Semmelweis suggested that Doctors wash their hands between Handling dead bodies and helping mothers give birth. He was branded as insane and died in a lunatic asylum.
In 1847, Ignaz Semmelweis proposed handwashing for doctors to prevent infection, but he was dismissed and died in an asylum. The idea’s importance is now recognized.
Is “colorectal cancer” rising in “young people”?
Recent studies suggest an increase in colorectal cancer among younger adults, but the causes and future trends remain uncertain. Here’s what is confirmed and what is still unclear.
TIL While on set in in 1974, a director praised the make up artist for how well he had prepared Richard Burton for his character’s death scene. The make up artist replied he hadn’t actually done anything, which prompted them to rush Burton to the hospital. He was dying from kidney failure
In 1974, a director praised the makeup artist during filming of The Klansman, highlighting the craft behind the controversial film’s visuals.
Two Climbers Died While Descending from the Summit of Mount Everest
Two Indian-origin climbers died on Mount Everest after reaching the summit on May 21 during the 2026 climbing season, marking the season’s first client fatalities.
They’ve Heard the Warnings. Gen Z Is Tanning Anyway.
Despite widespread warnings about skin cancer risks, many in Generation Z are still engaging in tanning behaviors, raising public health concerns.
Worker Saves Colleague with Flying Kick from Electric Shock
A worker successfully prevented a colleague from severe electric shock using a flying kick, highlighting quick action in workplace safety incident.
