Former President Jimmy Carter, who held office from 1977 to 1981, is lying in state at the Capitol Rotunda ahead of his funeral. He faced numerous challenges during his presidency, including economic problems and international crises. Despite losing his reelection bid to Ronald Reagan, he gained a n
As meteorologists warn about a winter mix heading toward the Midlands, power companies are getting ready to handle potential power outages. Bob Paulling, CEO of Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative, explains their plan: "We'll have our initial meeting at four o'clock today to figure out what we'll need
On January 4, 2025, Bill Nye, known for his fun approach to teaching science, received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden at the White House. This highest civilian honor in the U. S. recognizes individuals for making significant contributions to the country and the world. Bil
In the beginning of 2025, Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles faced a devastating fire. This area, known for its exclusive homes, is home to many celebrities. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, as well as Reese Witherspoon, are among the notable residents. Ben Affleck recently moved in, having bought his home
As the sun dipped below the horizon, and the chill of Georgia's winter nipped at the air, Cornelius Ani, a 62-year-old civil engineer from the Atlanta suburbs, left the warmth of his bed. The reason? A unique opportunity awaited him at the Carter Presidential Library in Atlanta. Born in Nigeria and
Former President Jimmy Carter, who served from 1977 to 1981, spent the last 43 years of his life in a humble two-bedroom ranch house he built himself in rural Plains, Georgia. At 100 years old, Carter became the first U. S. president to reach a centennial birthday. After his death on December 29, 20
You know how important it is to get rid of excess fluids in heart failure? Well, did you know that many patients become resistant to standard diuretics? We're talking about a whopping 30% to 45% of patients! This is where lateral epidural stimulation (LES) comes in. Let's break it down. Imagine if
In the heart of Indonesia, brucellosis is making waves, especially among farmworkers in Cilawu and Boyolali. This infectious disease, caused by animals, has become a growing concern in developing countries, including Indonesia. The symptoms are vague, making it hard to detect. A recent study focused
HPV, a common sexually transmitted infection, affects over 80% of Americans by age 45. Though vaccines are available, many in Tennessee don't get vaccinated. Recently, the ACIP expanded HPV vaccine recommendations to include adults aged 27-45. This study aimed to understand why Tennesseans in this a
Scientists have been trying to understand where and when certain elements in our solar system were created. One element, niobium-92 (^92Nb), is particularly interesting because it is radioactive and doesn't stick around for long. Researchers recently examined a type of meteorite called Northwest Afr
