Omaha’s weather might throw a surprise at the city just as summer festivities begin. A wave of intense storms could sweep through, bringing heavy rain and cooler temperatures right when people are getting ready for outdoor events. While the exact timing remains uncertain, the forecast suggests these
Southern California beaches saw some of the biggest waves in years last week, turning usually calm waters into dangerous surf zones. Orange County bore the brunt, with waves reaching up to fifteen feet in places like Newport Beach and Dana Point—so tall they crashed over protective rock barriers. Hu
Arizona’s monsoon kicks off June 15 and runs through September, bringing much-needed rain but also serious risks. Experts say this year’s monsoon could be wetter than usual, with a 30-50% chance of above-normal rainfall. That’s good news for the state’s water supply, but it also means preparing for
Thomas Haugh, a top Florida basketball player, decided to stay in college for his final year instead of joining the NBA right away. He turned down a chance at a big payday—up to $26 million over four years—as a lottery pick. Instead, he’ll earn around $7 million from sponsorship deals and play with
Every year, doctors face a tricky puzzle: who should get extra heart protection before problems start. New guidelines now say doctors should use math—not guesswork—to pick the right treatments. Instead of just eyeballing a patient’s health, they’ll plug numbers into a system called PREVENT. This too
In 2026, many people still choose to wear masks and keep distance in public. One senior citizen from Vermont explains why he keeps these habits even after the pandemic’s peak. He lives alone on a spacious plot of land, surrounded by forests and mountains, with his dog Dodger and rescued cat Solstice
Columbia plans a costly upgrade that will swap out almost 54, 000 electric meters and about 53, 000 water meters for new digital versions. The goal is to stop the old system’s slow hand‑reading, broken devices and hidden leaks by letting data travel wirelessly to the city’s computers. The plan sa
A Texas‑based sports retailer is preparing to reveal its first‑quarter earnings on June 9 before the market opens. Forecasts from analysts expect a profit of $0. 92 per share, an increase over the $0. 76 earned last year. Revenue is projected to hit roughly $1. 44 billion, up from the $1. 35 billion
Giancarlo Stanton, the Yankees’ designated hitter, is on the injury list after a calf strain that occurred during a game in Houston. He was placed on the IL on April 28 and has been working through rehab. Manager Aaron Boone said the player might be back for the next homestand, but no exact date is
In the world of joint health, a thin layer called the subchondral bone plate plays a big part. Scientists wanted to see if everyday CT scans could tell where this layer starts and how thick it is, without needing fancy equipment. They used 18 arm bones taken from nine preserved bodies and scanned th
