JeffCo Judge Overturns Alabama’s Workers’ Compensation Law
Alabama’s workers’ compensation law needs an overhaul. That’s the message from a Jefferson County judge who struck down the law as unconstitutional last week. Alabama has some of the lowest workers’ compensation rates in the country. If the ruling stands, it could help workers, but it would also have a big impact on employers and insurers. That’s where we start this week’s Magic City Marketplace
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Trump threatens NATO allies over Strait of Hormuz help
With the Iran war entering a third week and the price of oil reaching nearly $105 a barrel on Monday, President Trump again urged NATO countries and China to help the U.S. secure the vital Strait of Hormuz.
As parents clamor for a treatment touted for autism, doctors hesitate to prescribe it
After the leucovorin got public attention as a potential autism treatment, families rushed to get it. Many doctors are torn about prescribing an unproven drug but don't want to lose patients' trust.
75 years ago, a viral TV moment ignited America’s obsession with the Mafia
Crooked contracts, bribery, shady characters. In 1951, millions tuned in to watch the Kefauver organized crime hearings, showing the power of television.
Influencers push ‘parasite cleanses’ but doctors say to steer clear
Some people online believe many of us have dangerous parasites in our gut and need to flush them out with herbal supplements. Here's what doctors say about the trend.
Oil and gas prices are soaring. Some countries are ready with solar panels and EVs
As an energy crisis grows, some countries are more prepared because of renewable energy and electric vehicles. Pakistan reduced its reliance on imported natural gas because of the growth of solar.
5th member of Iranian women’s soccer team gives up asylum in Australia
The player's departure shortly before midnight on Sunday leaves two of an initial seven squad members in Australia.
