It's going to be a wild day in Chicago! The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for several counties, including Cook, DeKalb, Ogle, Winnebago, Kane, Lake, and McHenry. They're predicting strong southwest winds, blowing between 25 to 35 mph, with gusts that could reach a whopping 55 m
Arizona is getting ready for some snow! The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings for certain areas. These include the Western Mogollon Rim, Yavapai County Mountains, and Grand Canyon Country. They're expecting snow to hit the highest points, like Flagstaff and the South Rim. Drivers sh
When someone is seriously ill, family caregivers play a crucial role in their care. In Taiwan, there's a need for a quick and reliable way to assess how these caregivers are coping after the loss of their loved one. This is where the Hospice Foundation of Taiwan steps in. They've created a new tool
Business travelers are a real treasure trove for airlines. They shell out up to four times more than the average traveler. They book their trips way in advance, prefer the most comfortable seats, and really appreciate solid reward programs. American Airlines learned this the hard way when they chang
Imagine this: A skier falls 1, 000 feet and breaks his leg in the freezing cold of Washington state. It sounds like a dire situation, but thanks to the Apple Watch, it didn't turn into a tragedy. The watch's Emergency SOS feature came to the rescue. Here's how it went down. The Chelan County Sherif
Get ready for a cold blast! Winter storm warnings are up across eight US states. Expect lots of snow, freezing rain, and maybe even a blizzard. This means roads could be really dangerous. People who are very young or old need to be extra careful because the freezing temperatures can make them sick.
In New Haven County, Connecticut, bird flu has struck another backyard flock. This is the second time this month that the highly contagious H5N1 strain has been confirmed in the state. Officials have taken swift action, quarantining the area and putting down the affected birds to stop the disease fr
What's the deal with American Express' spending spike last year? It's all about the younger folks! Last quarter, AmEx cardholders ramped up their spending by 8% compared to the previous year. This jump came after a slower period where growth rates hovered around 6% in the second and third quarters.
Imagine you're traveling in the Middle Ages. No GPS, no modern medicine, just you and the open road. But don't worry, medieval travelers had their own set of health tips! One of the most interesting guides was written by Adam of Cremona for the German emperor Frederick II. Adam's advice included blo
It was a rollercoaster of events as Storm Éowyn, named after the fierce heroine from Tolkien's tales, hit Ireland and Scotland. Forecasters raised a red alert, warning of danger to life, as blistering winds reached up to 114 mph (183 kph). People were advised to stay indoors, and many did, but sadly
