Cannabis research with human subjects faces a big problem. The rules are not clear. This makes it hard for scientists to do their work. Many researchers want to study cannabis. But they hit roadblocks. The rules are not the same everywhere. This makes things confusing. Scientists often start their
Japan is not happy with China's recent move to stop exporting certain tech items. These items can be used for both regular and military purposes. China's decision is part of a bigger argument between the two countries. The trouble started when Japan's leader made a statement about Taiwan. Japan sai
Imagine a world where a simple sleeve can tell you if an elderly person is at risk of falling or getting sick. That's what researchers have created with an AI-powered mesh sleeve. This isn't just any sleeve; it's a high-tech device that wraps around the thigh and keeps an eye on how a person walks.
Local high school basketball teams had an exciting night on Tuesday, January 6th. The games were packed with drama, big plays, and impressive performances. In girls' basketball, Notre Dame's teams both came out on top against Bay Port. The Tritons' girls won 57-49, thanks to Destiny Webster's 17 po
A recent study on tungsten oxide films has been pulled back. The research was about how adding molybdenum ions and heating affects the surface and electrical properties of these films. The goal was to see if they could be used in photonic devices. But why was it retracted? The journal Heliyon decid
The upcoming week is packed with thrilling sports events, starting with a bang on Monday. College basketball fans can catch exciting matches, with Navy taking on American University and Alabama facing Missouri. Golf enthusiasts can tune in for the Korn Ferry Tour in the Bahamas, while NBA fans have
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a strong warning for people living near the coast in three states. They are telling everyone to stay away from the beaches because of dangerous waves called "sneaker waves. " These waves are sneaky because they come suddenly and can rush far up the beach
Boston had a rough year in 2025, with winds that seemed to never quit. The city experienced the strongest average wind gusts since records began in 1936, with an average of 30. 6 mph. That's a big jump from the usual 23 mph. In fact, there were 165 days with gusts hitting 30 mph or more. That's a lo
Winter weather struck Central Massachusetts hard overnight. Freezing rain left roads slick and dangerous. Because of this, several school districts decided to start classes two hours late on Wednesday, January 7th. Worcester was one of the districts affected, along with Shrewsbury, Leicester, Fitchb
North Texas is in for a rollercoaster of weather this week. It started with a chill, but things are heating up fast. By afternoon, temperatures will climb to nearly 80 degrees, thanks to winds blowing in from the southeast. These winds are also bringing in moisture, so expect clouds to roll in as th
