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Oct 12 2024WEATHER

Tornado in Palm Beach County: A Path of Destruction

A powerful tornado, packing winds up to 140 mph, tore through Palm Beach County on Wednesday, leaving a trail of destruction from Wellington to Jupiter Farms. The tornado, classified as an EF3, injured seven people and caused significant damage over its 21-mile path. It first touched down in Welling

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Oct 12 2024BUSINESS

LinkedIn Side Hustle: How Jayde Powell Pays Her Mortgage

Jayde Powell, a 31-year-old social media strategist, has found an unusual way to make money. She posts her observations about corporate America on LinkedIn, and it's paying off big time. In just a year, she's made over $27,000 from sponsored posts on her personal LinkedIn page. This income helps her

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Oct 12 2024BUSINESS

Fashion Weeks Favor Skinny Models, Again

"Skinny is in," some fashion designers seem to be saying. After a push for body positivity, many runways are now filled with thin models again. This shift back to the old norm has left fashion insiders feeling upset. A recent report showed that less than 1% of looks at major fashion weeks were worn

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

Chicago Marathon 2024: Weather, Food, and Road Closures You Need to Know

The 46th Bank of America Chicago Marathon is just around the corner, taking place this Sunday, October 13th. This year, the event is special for two reasons. First, runners will honor Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum, who tragically died earlier this year. Second, Brendan O’Brien will be running to raise aware

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Oct 12 2024WEATHER

Tornado Leaves Florida County in Ruins

Last Wednesday, St. Lucie County in Florida was thrown into chaos when an EF-3 tornado swept through. The weather service reported wind speeds between 140 to 150 miles per hour, causing widespread destruction, especially around Orange Ave. and South Rock Rd. The biggest hit was seen in the Spanish

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Oct 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Potholes: Kingston's New Enemy, AI's New Challenge

Potholes are a huge headache for drivers in Kingston. They can wreck your tires, mess up your car's suspension, and make your ride super bumpy. And guess what? Climate change might make things even worse in the future. But Kingston has a plan. They're using AI technology to tackle these pesky pothol

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Oct 12 2024HEALTH

Supplies Low: IV Fluid Shortage Affects Healthcare Nationwide

A recent survey found that over 86% of healthcare providers are dealing with a shortage of intravenous fluids, or IV fluids, due to a damaged manufacturing plant in North Carolina. The plant, which produces 60% of the country's IV fluids, was hit by Hurricane Helene. IV fluids are crucial for treati

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Oct 12 2024SCIENCE

China's Space Satellite Returns with Mutated Seeds

Ever wondered what space can do for our crops? Well, China's latest space adventure might have the answer. A satellite named Shijian-19 has just returned to Earth after a short trip to space. It was on a mission to see how space conditions might help plants grow better. Shijian-19 is special be

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Oct 12 2024SCIENCE

Seawater to Hydrogen: A New Way to Fuel Up

Imagine turning the vast ocean into a clean fuel source. That's what scientists are doing with a new invention. They've figured out how to use electrodes to split seawater and produce hydrogen fuel. Normally, this process would create harmful chlorine gas. But these clever researchers found a way ar

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Oct 12 2024SCIENCE

Discover Surprising Science Tips for a Longer Life

Did you know that your job can affect how long you live? Studies show that people who are bored at work may have a shorter life expectancy. So, finding a job you enjoy could be key to a longer life! Your body can also warn you about danger. For example, if your hair stands on end, it could mean lig

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