Month: June 2021
‘Stand your ground’ defense rejected in iguana killing
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A judge has rejected the “stand your ground” defense of a Florida man who said he beat an iguana to death only after it attacked him. A Palm Beach […]
When it comes to vacations, survey says “winging it” wins out
If you’re planning to get away this summer — and who isn’t? — it’s best to just wing it. That’s the result of a new survey, which shows people who obsessively plan out their vacations are […]
Can virtual reality help seniors? Study hopes to find out
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A California university and a Florida senior community are teaming up to see whether virtual reality can help the emotional well-being of older people. Stanford University will work with volunteers […]
Vaccine protection may diminish need for yearly boosters
The world’s leading COVID-19 vaccines may offer lasting protection that diminishes the need for frequent booster shots. That’s according to scientists, who are finding clues in how the body remembers viruses. But they say more […]