When was the last time you overheard someone use a word like “dichotomous” in conversation? Maybe it sparked your curiosity, and now you’re thinking about how certain words just hit differently. What makes these words special is that they reveal something interesting about how our brains process complexity, contradiction, and nuance. Here are ten words … Read more
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been instructed to phase out its monkey research program, a move that will end studies on approximately 200 macaques. The fate of the animals is uncertain, with some possibly being transferred to primate sanctuaries while others may be euthanized. Critics argue that the CDC’s decision … Read more
Police departments in Metro Detroit’s Troy and Allen Park have warned residents about a cyberattack on the OnSolve CodeRed emergency notification system. The service, used to send urgent messages to registered cell phone users, has been targeted by hackers. Although there’s no indication that breach data is online yet, police are urging users to change … Read more
Taylor Sheridan’s drama series “Landman” recently featured Texas Christian University (TCU), a private Fort Worth university that made a notable appearance in the episode. When Ainsley Norris, played by Michelle Randolph, exclaimed, “I’m a Horned Frog!”, her father Tommy Norris quipped about passing up public school and in-state tuition. But how does TCU compare to … Read more
From the origins of bagels as a culturally significant bread in 13th-century Poland to their modern-day popularity, bagels have come a long way. The first association Americans make with bagels is New York City’s Jewish community, but this isn’t entirely accurate. Instead, let’s talk about where you can find delicious bagels in Fort Worth. Here … Read more
Aging gracefully is about how you spend your time, not what you put on your face. By investing in activities like trail running, gardening, and journaling, you can age with more vitality and presence than your peers. Focus on the things that bring you life, and let go of distractions that drain your energy. These … Read more
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has publicly criticized six Democratic lawmakers who released a video urging military service members to disobey illegal orders, calling the lawmakers “Seditious Six” and labeling their message as “despicable.” Hegseth has focused his criticism on Sen. Mark Kelly, the retired Navy captain with the longest tenure in the military, whom … Read more
Fort Worth’s journey to becoming a prominent medical innovation hub began in the 1990s when local leaders sought diversification beyond its defense industry roots. A study recommended establishing an incubator for medical technology, which led to the creation of TechFW in 1998. This initiative paved the way for higher education institutions like UNT Health Fort … Read more
Thanksgiving dinner can be a source of tension, but what if the common enemy wasn’t the turkey or stuffing? For some families, it’s not the main course that sparks debate, but rather unusual ingredients in traditional dishes. A recent analysis of nearly 1.5 million recipes from over 107,000 cookbooks published in the US from 1969 … Read more