I’ve been diagnosed with mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). It means your immune system is triggered too frequently and can cause anaphylaxis, so you can become allergic to a huge range of things. It’s a rare, incurable condition. I’d had some minor problems from the age of two, and knew I was allergic to nuts. But…
Just one alcoholic drink a day is linked to a wide range of negative health effects, according to a federal report released Tuesday. The findings, which apply to both men and women, tied a daily drink to an increased risk of liver cirrhosis, several cancers, and injuries, but a lower risk of ischemic stroke. That…
I was struck by both the headline and the content of your article (‘Poo and punishment’ – is there really a war on dogs in England and Wales?, 26 February). It was very similar to articles on the supposed “war on motorists”. In both instances, it features a group that has had largely limited policing…
NFL divisional round overreactions Mackenzie Salmon breaks down the divisional round of the NFL playoffs as the championship game matchups are set. Sports Seriously It’s not too early to start thinking about next year. After all, there are only four teams left standing in the NFL. The other 28 clubs are already thinking about the…
Justin Jefferson would ‘love’ for Sam Darnold to return to Vikings After a 14-win season, it’s not hard to see why Justin Jefferson would welcome back Sam Darnold to the Vikings. The Vikings have a big quarterback decision to make this offseason: what are they going to do about pending free-agent quarterback Sam Darnold? A…
Can Pirates phenom Paul Skenes win the NL Cy Young Award after winning Rookie of the Year? USA TODAY Sports’ Gabe Lacques shares his expectations for Paul Skenes ahead of the 2025 MLB season. Sports Seriously The languid but largely meaningless Grapefruit and Cactus league exhibition games are starting to matter just a little bit…