Katie Blue-Pugh was born with a major heart defect and underwent life-saving surgery at 10 years old, but may still need a heart transplant in the future. Heart defects are common, affecting one in every 100 live births, and groundbreaking research by MCRI and Gladstone Institutes aims to use AI and stem cell technology to find and treat babies before birth. Professor Enzo Porrello leads the initiative, “Decoding Broken Hearts,” to develop personalized treatments and avoid the need for transplantation.
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Ex-police chief who escaped Arkansas prison while serving time for murder recaptured: Authorities
Former Arkansas police chief Grant Hardin, who was serving a 30-year sentence for murder and rape, was recaptured after escaping from prison on May 25 by impersonating a corrections officer. He was apprehended on June 6, 2025, near Moccasin Creek, following a manhunt involving helicopters and K9 units, with tracking dogs leading to his location. Arkansas officials, including Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, praised the law enforcement efforts that led to his capture, ensuring community safety....
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