Brace yourselves, folks! Rice County is bracing for a serious cold snap this weekend. Temperatures are set to dip below zero, making it feel like -25°F or even colder from Sunday to Tuesday mornings. Wind chills might hit -30°F in some areas. The National Weather Service is expected to issue warnin
Have you ever wondered how proteins find their way along DNA? They don't just land on the perfect spot every time. Scientists have been exploring how proteins move along DNA, focusing on their binding and unbinding. Imagine proteins sliding along a twisty road (DNA) with electricity and bonding inte
For over ten years, scientists have been testing a special combination of medications called the polypill. This pill is designed to tackle atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), which is a fancy name for heart diseases caused by clogged arteries. Now, researchers are wondering if this same
Imagine this: a lawyer turned judge, then attorney general, and now, Florida's newest senator. That's the story of Ashley Moody, who's taking over Marco Rubio's seat in the U. S. Senate. Governor Ron DeSantis picked Moody, praising her as a tough prosecutor ready to tackle big issues like immigratio
You might have heard President Joe Biden talk about an "oligarchy" in his recent speech. But what on earth is that? Basically, it's when a small group of super-rich people have a big say in how the government runs things. Biden compared this situation to some really harsh regimes from history. For
Joe Biden recently warned about an "oligarchy" of powerful tech billionaires. Ironically, Donald Trump's second inauguration will feature three of the world's wealthiest men, including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg. These billionaires have significant influence and government contracts,
Hey, Minnesota! Are you ready to face the frost? Old Man Winter is gearing up for a big chill. So far, this winter hasn't been all snowy, but there have been some frigid days. Now, get ready, because a massive cold wave is heading your way. Paul Douglas, a well-known meteorologist from the Twin Cit
Ever thought about the tiny critters in soil that help plants grow? We're talking about microbes, and they love nitrogen (N)! Scientists have a nifty tool called qSIP to see which microbes are using N. Usually, this is done in a lab. But what about in the real world? Two sites were picked to compare
Hindenburg Research, known for its short-seller tactics targeting tech and EV companies, is closing down. Nate Anderson, the founder, announced this news in a blog post, citing personal reasons and the toll the work took on his health and life. Hindenburg Research gained fame for its investigative r
Last week, U. S. President Donald Trump made waves by suggesting that the United States should control Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. In response, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen had a phone conversation with Trump, reaffirming Greenland's right to decide its own future. T
