Marijuana legalization is a dynamic and rapidly evolving issue in the United States. As of 2024, the landscape of cannabis law continues to change, with several states considering or implementing new legalization measures. This guide provides an overview of the latest developments and future prospects in marijuana legalization across the U.S. Key States to Watch in 2024 Idaho: Activists in Idaho are working towards a ballot measure for medical marijuana legalization, which includes possession of four ounces and a 4% excise tax​​. Kentucky: Medical marijuana has been signed into law by Gov. Andy Beshear and is expected to be operational...

In early Asian trade on Monday, the U.S. dollar faced challenges in maintaining its gains. The currency’s data-driven rally from last week came to a halt due to the upcoming central bank decisions in Japan and Europe. The Japanese yen experienced significant movement in an otherwise calm trading session, as it cautiously moved away from its one-month low of 148.80 reached on Friday. In a surprising turn of events, the currency has experienced a significant decline against the dollar this year, dropping by approximately 5%. This sharp reversal comes after a brief period of recovery in December, where it reached...

President Joe Biden’s administration has recently approved a significant move in student debt relief, cancelling nearly $5 billion for 74,000 borrowers across the United States. This action is part of a broader initiative to address the challenges of student loan debt, a pressing issue for many Americans. The Scope of Relief and Its Impact The relief targets a specific group of borrowers. Nearly 44,000 of these individuals are public servants, including teachers, nurses, and firefighters, who earned forgiveness after a decade of service. Additionally, close to 30,000 beneficiaries are those who have been repaying for at least 20 years under...

Scientists have long understood the reason behind the yellow color of urine in healthy, well-hydrated individuals. Urobilinogen, a by-product produced by the body as it eliminates 5 million dead red blood cells per second, is responsible for the color. A fascinating puzzle lies in identifying the microorganisms residing in our digestive system that play a crucial role in converting harmful substances into the yellow pigment that colors our urine, all the while maintaining the balance of our blood chemistry. A groundbreaking study was recently published in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Microbiology, shedding light on the long-awaited identification of the enzyme...

Wildlife officials and trappers report that the wolverine population in the North is thriving, despite concerns about the species in the southern regions. In a significant development, the North American wolverine has now been designated as “threatened” under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. In the lower 48 states, large areas of land and frigid, snowy winters are becoming less common, according to the designation. According to reports from the North, trappers and researchers have confirmed that wolverines continue to thrive, with abundant resources and stable populations. The president of the Yukon Trappers Association, Brian Melanson, reports that wolverine harvests across...

Picture a scenario where your child has suffered a fracture. A visit to the emergency department results in doctors declining to prescribe painkillers. New findings published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health reveal that children of color in the U.S. are more likely to face this scenario compared to their white peers. A comprehensive analysis was conducted by researchers who examined numerous recent studies focusing on the standard of care provided to children in various pediatric fields. According to Nia Heard-Garris, a researcher at Northwestern University and a pediatrician at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, the inequities are prevalent....