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Nov 30 2024WEATHER

Thanksgiving Weekend Weather: Bitter Cold and Heavy Snow Hit the Great Lakes

Get ready for a rough weekend! The US is about to face some serious cold, with temperatures dropping by 15-25 degrees in the eastern part of the country. The Great Lakes region is bracing for a major lake-effect snow event. This means heavy snow, dangerous travel conditions, and potential road closu

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Nov 30 2024CRIME

Assessing Legal Professionals' Knowledge on Age and False Memories

Imagine you're a detective in a small town. You're investigating a case where a young girl saw her mother's murder. You're trying to figure out if her memory is real or if she's just recalling something she was told. A study asked real legal professionals like judges, lawyers, and police officers to

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Nov 30 2024WEATHER

Winter's First Blast: Northeast Ohio Braces for Big Snow

Hey, Northeast Ohio! Buckle up; the first major snowstorm of the season is barreling towards us. Lake, Ashtabula, and Geauga counties should brace for a lot of snow. Meteorologists are warning about heavy snowfall, with some areas potentially getting up to 20 inches. This could make driving tricky,

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Nov 30 2024WEATHER

Snow Emergency in WNY: Several Counties Brace for Heavy Snowfall

A winter weather warning has been issued for multiple counties in Western New York (WNY). Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, and Wyoming counties due to the onset of lake effect snow. This type of snowfall typically affects commu

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Nov 29 2024SCIENCE

Discovering the Impact of Organelle Variations on Plant Photosynthesis

Did you know that plants have tiny powerhouses called organelles? And these powerhouses come in different forms, called plasmotypes. Scientists have been studying a small plant called Arabidopsis thaliana to see how these variations affect photosynthesis. They found that the genetic diversity among

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

Unraveling the Surprising Consequences of Intravenous Catheters in Seizure Monitoring Units

Have you ever heard the phrase "the best intentions can backfire"? This is exactly what happened in an epilepsy monitoring unit. Inserting a peripheral intravascular catheter is a common procedure, but it comes with unforeseen risks. Some patients developed a severe bloodstream infection, Staphyloco

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Nov 29 2024ENVIRONMENT

Pollutants Boost Antibiotic Resistance in Wastewater

You might think that the biggest problem with antibiotic production wastewater is the leftover antibiotics. But there's more to worry about. This wastewater also has high amounts of organic pollutants, which can be very harmful on their own or when mixed with antibiotics. One study looked at how the

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Nov 28 2024SPORTS

Birthdate Boost: The Hidden Edge in Youth Sports

Ever thought that when you were born could impact your chances of making it big in sports? Meet the Relative Age Effect (RAE), a phenomenon that gives an early boost to players born at the beginning of the year. Researchers dived into the world of youth soccer academies to see if this advantage last

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Why Some Patients Skip Daily CHG Baths After Stem Cell Transplants

Stem cell transplants, or HCT, offer hope to those fighting blood cancers. However, the intense treatment makes patients vulnerable to infections. These infections, known as HAI, are a big concern. One way to prevent them is through daily baths with a special soap called chlorhexidine gluconate, or

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Nov 28 2024SCIENCE

Heifer Growth and Health: The Impact of Sulfate vs. Hydroxychloride Minerals

Researchers looked into how different sources of nutrients like copper, manganese, and zinc affect beef heifers. They used either sulfate or hydroxychloride forms during periods of restricted feeding and high-starch diets. The study involved Nelore heifers with similar ages and weights, divided into

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