Map of Lebanon County Breweries - The Beer Thrillers
Lebanon County in Pennsylvania has six brewery locations operated by four unique breweries, making it a worthwhile destination for beer enthusiasts. [ more ]
Online Gaming Revenue Sees Double-Digit Gains In Key Markets
Online gaming revenue surges in legalized states like Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Michigan, while live gaming faces a decline in New Jersey. [ more ]
11 sets of twins set to graduate from Pennsylvania high school together
The graduating class of 2024 at Norwin High School in Pennsylvania has an unusually high number of 11 sets of twins, making up 5% of the class. [ more ]
The 2024 election may see an increase in lawsuits over voting rules, particularly absentee ballots.
A federal judge in Pennsylvania ruled that timely mail ballots must be counted even if they lack a date, which may be appealed to the Supreme Court. [ more ]
U.K. Is First to Approve a CRISPR-Based Therapy, Covering Two Blood Disorders
The UK has authorized a gene-editing medicine for treating sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia, marking the first approval worldwide for a therapy based on CRISPR technology.
The therapy, known as Casgevy, involves editing a gene in a patient's stem cells to produce high levels of fetal hemoglobin.
Casgevy offers a potentially curative treatment option for these inherited blood disorders, reducing the need for chronic therapies and blood transfusions. [ more ]
Moms for Liberty-Supporting Superintendent Quits and Gets $700K Severance
Central Bucks School District in Pennsylvania approved a six-figure severance package for outgoing superintendent Abram Lucabaugh, sparking community backlash.
The decision comes after a political shift in the district and the recent takeover of the school board by the Democratic Party. [ more ]
Several Schools Under Investigation for Allegedly Failing to Protect Jewish, Muslim Students
The Education Department is investigating several schools for reports of harassment against Jewish and Muslim students.
The schools are under investigation for alleged violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which protects students from discrimination based on shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics. [ more ]
Report: Workers Trust Employers More Than Insurers With Their Health
37% of employees trust their insurer to suggest high-quality care regardless of cost, while 53% trust their employer with their health.
Employees need more support from their employers when it comes to healthcare, as many have had to delay or skip care due to lack of paid time off.
Weight management is a major concern for employees, with obesity/weight loss being the biggest personal health worry for a quarter of respondents. [ more ]
The debate on the American right isn't about classified documents. It's about fear of transgender rights
A version of this story appeared in CNN's What Matters newsletter.To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here.While much of the country spent the week fixated on a former president and his indictment related to alleged mishandling of classified documents, parts of the American right were more consumed by fear of transgender rights.