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Mercy Hospital Springfield Seeks Interventional Cardiologist for Locum Tenens Position

Mercy Hospital Springfield Seeks Interventional Cardiologist for Locum Tenens Position

Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Missouri, is seeking an Interventional Cardiology Physician for a locum tenens opportunity. The position involves providing 16-hour call shifts, covering STEMI (ST-elevation myocardial infarction) calls, and performing cath lab procedures. Responsibilities also include inpatient consults and rounding. The facility is a large, well-established acute care hospital with a 45-bed department and a Level 1 Trauma designation, equipped with a fully functional cath lab and strong support staff. The dates of need for this position span November and December 2026, with potential for ongoing engagement. Candidates must be board-certified or board-certification eligible, possess an active Missouri license or IMLC, and hold ACLS and BLS certifications. Fellowship training is also required.

Six Individuals, Including Two Children, Remain Missing in Berkeley, Missouri, Three Years After Disappearance

Six Individuals, Including Two Children, Remain Missing in Berkeley, Missouri, Three Years After Disappearance

Three years ago, a group of six individuals, including two children, vanished without a trace from Berkeley, Missouri. Berkeley Police Major Steve Runge has been investigating the case, which he believes involves a reported cult known as 'The University of Cosmic Intelligence.' The group was last known to be living in a rental home on Graham Lane in Berkeley, where neighbors reported unusual behavior, including some members sitting naked on the house roof. After leaving the rental, they reportedly stayed briefly at a Florissant Quality Inn. Police suspect the group then fully embraced the cult's instructions to 'get off the grid and disconnect' from family and friends, believing their souls belong to the universe rather than Earth. Family members, such as Lukeitta Williams, whose son Naaman Williams is missing, and Cartisha Morgan, whose 28-year-old daughter Ma'Kayla and 5-year-old granddaughter Malaiyah are missing, are still seeking answers and hope for their safe return. The case has gained national att...

Ketogenic Diet Significantly Reduces Liver Fat and Prediabetes in Clinical Trial

Ketogenic Diet Significantly Reduces Liver Fat and Prediabetes in Clinical Trial

A recent clinical trial published in the Cell Press journal Cell Metabolism indicates that a very low-carbohydrate, high-fat ketogenic diet can lead to a 67% reduction in liver fat among individuals with obesity, prediabetes, and fatty liver disease. This reduction is significantly higher compared to those following Mediterranean or low-fat, plant-forward diets, which showed an average reduction of 45%. The study, led by Samuel Klein of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, involved 42 participants who were randomly assigned to one of the three diets. All participants achieved approximately 10% body weight loss over four to five months, with calorie intake adjusted to match this target across all groups. Despite similar weight loss, the ketogenic diet demonstrated superior metabolic benefits, including a greater improvement in prediabetes status, with about 50% of keto participants no longer meeting prediabetes criteria, compared to 29% in the Mediterranean group and 7% in the pl...

Lawmakers and Privacy Advocates Call for FISA Reform Amidst Flock Camera Controversy

Lawmakers and Privacy Advocates Call for FISA Reform Amidst Flock Camera Controversy

Three teenagers in South Carolina were arrested and accused of destroying a Flock Safety camera, causing its battery to explode and ignite a fire near homes. This incident occurred on Harmony Church Road in Chester County on August 15. Investigators reported that the teenagers cut down the camera pole and then struck the equipment with a hammer, leading to the battery fire. The Chester County Sheriff's Office estimated the damages to be over $5,000. Blaze Fuller, Samuel Carlisle, and James Ryerson, all 19, were charged with felony conspiracy and malicious damage to private property. This event highlights growing national tensions surrounding Flock's automatic license plate reader network, with privacy advocates, local authorities, and lawmakers expressing opposition to the expansion of vehicle location databases. Senator Josh Hawley, a Republican from Missouri, has initiated an investigation into Flock, alleging the company has created an 'unprecedented national surveillance network' with over 120,000 came...

Republicans Gain Congressional Seats Through Redistricting Efforts Initiated by President Trump

Republicans Gain Congressional Seats Through Redistricting Efforts Initiated by President Trump

One year ago, Texas passed a new congressional redistricting map, marking President Trump's initial success in a broader effort to boost Republican representation in the midterm elections by creating more right-leaning districts. This partisan redistricting has since resulted in Republicans gaining at least 10 additional right-leaning congressional seats, significantly aiding their fight to maintain a razor-thin House majority. Democrats and left-leaning pundits, including former MSNBC anchor Joy Reid and HBO host John Oliver, criticized these efforts, labeling them as threats to democracy and a power grab. Despite these criticisms, the redistricting push spread nationwide, with Republican-controlled states like Florida, Missouri, Ohio, and North Carolina drawing new maps. While some Republican efforts faced setbacks, such as a Utah judge rejecting a GOP-drawn map and Indiana's state Senate defying President Trump by shooting down a redistricting bill, major court rulings, including a Supreme Court decisio...

America's Costliest Tornadoes: Joplin Tops the List

America's Costliest Tornadoes: Joplin Tops the List

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has ranked the ten most expensive tornadoes in U.S. history, adjusted for inflation to 2023 dollars. Joplin, Missouri, leads the list with $3.79 billion in damages from the May 22, 2011 tornado, which also claimed over 150 lives. Other notable entries include Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and Hackleburg, Alabama, both struck during the April 27, 2011 outbreak. The rankings highlight the increasing financial impact of tornadoes due to urban development and property density in high-risk areas. Historical tornadoes, such as the 1896 St. Louis event, may surpass modern records when adjusted for inflation and national wealth growth.

Powerball jackpot hits $119M ahead of tonight's draw

Powerball jackpot hits $119M ahead of tonight's draw

A $119 million Powerball jackpot is on the line Saturday after another rollover. Here's what players need to know.

Old Farmer's Almanac 2026 forecasts 'mostly mild' winter

Old Farmer's Almanac 2026 forecasts 'mostly mild' winter

The 2026 winter weather forecast from The Old Farmer's Almanac is out on Sept. 1. Here's a look at the regional forecasts.

Missouri Bill to Protect Minors from Digital Media Harms and Deepfakes Withdrawn After Committee Approval

Missouri Bill to Protect Minors from Digital Media Harms and Deepfakes Withdrawn After Committee Approval

Missouri's HCS HBs 3393 & 2392, a legislative effort aimed at protecting minors from digital media harms and deepfakes, was withdrawn after passing the House Committee on Emerging Issues. The bill, introduced by Rep. Don Mayhew (HB 3393) and Rep. Marty Joe Murray (HB 2392, known as the "Missouri Social Media Safety for Minors Act"), sought to repeal existing sections and introduce new ones to enhance protections for individuals, particularly minors, affected by digital media. It addressed issues such as the proliferation of deepfakes, the addictive nature of social media platforms, and the need for robust age verification mechanisms. The legislation proposed banning social media accounts for children under 14 and requiring verified parental consent for minors between 14 and 16 years old. It also aimed to make it a felony to distribute deepfakes involving a child and targeted addictive design features in social media. Despite a "Do Pass" recommendation from the committee on April 2, 2026, the bill did not r...

Severe Storms and Flash Flood Threat Persist Across the South

Severe Storms and Flash Flood Threat Persist Across the South

A multi-day severe weather event is impacting the southern United States, with a Level 2 out of 5 severe weather threat in place from Wednesday into Thursday for southern Missouri, Arkansas, western Tennessee, and Mississippi. A broader Level 1 out of 5 threat extends from Oklahoma to Alabama. Afternoon storms are developing as temperatures rise, bringing damaging winds as the primary concern. Flash flooding is also a significant risk, with 1 to 3 inches of rain expected across the Southeast by the end of the week. The active weather pattern, which began on Monday, is forecast to continue through Saturday, with repeated rounds of thunderstorms and heavy rain fueled by a stationary front. Major cities like New Orleans, Atlanta, and Jackson, Mississippi, are under a Level 2 flood threat on Thursday, while the Carolinas face similar risks on Friday.

Late comeback falls short as Orioles lose to Cardinals, 7-5

Late comeback falls short as Orioles lose to Cardinals, 7-5

The O’s dropped the finale due to a rough Trevor Rogers outing and an offense that was too late to arrive.

In a rare moment of unity, Americans are fighting Big Tech together

In a rare moment of unity, Americans are fighting Big Tech together

From data centers to Flock cameras to artificial intelligence, Americans are pushing back against the ambitions of Big Tech.