Ohio lawmakers fail to override John Kasich veto of abortion 'heartbeat bill'

The Ohio legislature has failed to override a veto by Republican Gov. John Kasich of legislation that would have banned abortion as early as six weeks into pregnancy. The legislature convened in a rare post-Christmas session Thursday to try to override the veto of the legislation, which has been dubbed the “heartbeat bill.” The House… Read More »

Medical News Today: Study finds link between obesity and sense of smell

A recent review concludes that people with obesity have a reduced ability to detect and discriminate smell compared with those who are not obese. A recent review highlights a possible link between obesity and olfaction. Obesity is a medical condition characterized by an excessive amount of body fat. It is a global issue that affects… Read More »

How the world celebrates the new year

New Year’s Eve in Australia is synonymous with relaxed gatherings with family or friends and staying up ‘til midnight to watch a fireworks display, either live or on the telly. They also generally involve a barbecue, some bubbly, and an esky or two hiding in the corner. It’s how December 31 has been celebrated for generations and… Read More »