Japan is fighting a forest fire that has damaged dozens of homes and forced hundreds of residents to evacuate in a northeastern coastal city. The fire has burned about 2,100 hectares (5,190 acres ...

The researchers are particularly concerned that tattoo ink may trigger chronic inflammation in the lymph nodes, which over time could lead to abnormal cell growth and an increased risk of cancer.

Our desire to use art as a reflection of a personal triumph or transformation is nothing new, with many choosing body art in the form of tattoos for a variety of reasons. Beyond the surface ...