Tunnels in chilly areas often face a big problem: frost heave. This is when the ground swells due to freezing and thawing. To tackle this, an insulation layer is usually added. However, this layer does not last forever. It wears down over time due to repeated freezing and thawing, as well as tempera
In Cambodia, a small hero is making a big difference. Ronin, a five-year-old African giant pouched rat, has found 109 landmines and 15 pieces of unexploded bombs since 2021. This is a big deal. Why? Because Cambodia is still full of dangerous leftovers from a war that ended over two decades ago. The
Sean Combs, known as Diddy in the music world, is in hot water again. Just a month before his trial in New York, federal prosecutors have slapped him with two more criminal charges. These new charges are linked to a person referred to as "Victim-2. " The prosecutors claim that these events happened
Adam Devine is a well-known figure in the entertainment industry. He is an actor, comedian, producer, screenwriter, and singer. His roles in movies and TV shows have made him a familiar face to many. However, behind the scenes, Devine has been facing significant health challenges. These issues stem
Weston Cage, the 34-year-old son of actor Nicolas Cage, faced a judge in Los Angeles. The judge decided to focus on treatment rather than punishment. Cage was accused of attacking his mother, Christina Fulton, in April 2024. The judge agreed that Cage's mental health played a significant role in the
The cast for the upcoming season of a popular TV show has been announced. This show is known for its unique approach to casting. The show's casting director, Meredith Tucker, shared some insights into the process. She admitted that the sheer volume of interest was overwhelming. This was partly d
A student's life was disrupted when she was grabbed off the street by immigration officials. Rumeysa Öztürk, a doctoral student from Turkey, was taken into custody in Sommerville, Massachusetts, on March 25. She is now being held in a detention center in Louisiana. This incident has sparked a str
In crime scenes, menstrual blood and vaginal fluid often show up alongside semen. This makes it tough for investigators to pinpoint exactly what's what. But now, there's a new tool in town: a 4-plex MSRE-PCR system. This system uses four markers to detect these fluids. It's like a detective that can
A recent 44-page report from Metro Nashville Police reveals that the 2023 Covenant School attack was carried out by a single individual. This person, who went by the name Aiden Hale, had legally acquired several firearms. The motive behind the attack was a desire for infamy. The shooting took place
The measles outbreak that began in Texas last January is spreading fast. By March 27, 2025, the U. S. had 483 confirmed cases, more than the entire previous year. Most cases are in unvaccinated people. This has left many wondering if they need another shot. The measles vaccine, introduced in 1963,
