Ever wondered why January in South Carolina often feels colder than December? You're not alone. The reason lies in how the Earth stores and loses heat. Even though winter starts in late December, it takes time for the ground and air to cool down after the warmth of summer and fall. This delay, calle
You might think Sam Darnold had it all figured out this season. After a rough start with the Jets and Panthers, he seemed to find his groove with the Vikings, throwing for plenty of yards and touchdowns. But two bad games can change everything. Back-to-back poor performances in high-pressure situati
Pope Francis' new autobiography, 'Hope, ' has just hit bookstores in 80 countries worldwide. This book, co-written with Italian writer Carlo Musso, offers readers a firsthand look into the Pope's life, from his Italian roots and family's journey to Latin America, through his childhood and early adul
Imagine being trapped more than 2 kilometers underground with no hope in sight. This is the harsh reality for hundreds of miners in South Africa's Buffelsfontein Gold Mine. They've been there for months, many fearing starvation or dehydration. Why? Because the mine was closed years ago, but these mi
Have you ever wondered what happens when African women migrate to developed countries? For some, the dream of a better life turns into a nightmare due to intimate partner violence (IPV). This review takes a closer look at the experiences of these women, hoping to shed light on their struggles. Firs
Picture this: a mom in Africa is expecting a baby. She might not know the best foods to eat for her little one's health. That's where nutritional education comes in. This is like a special class where moms learn about healthy eating during pregnancy. But does this really help with the baby's health
It's no secret that blood pressure plays a big role in health—especially in older adults. But did you know that frailty can change the game? Yes, you heard it right! Frail individuals may not benefit as much from the usual antihypertensive treatments we offer to others. Think about it. When we pump
Imagine this: a social media giant suddenly decides to loosen its rules on hate speech and ditch its fact-checkers. This is what's happening at Meta, the company behind Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, sees this as a return to the company's roots, promoting free speech.
Ever wondered what happens when a business idea seems too good to be true? That's what happened with MoviePass, the once-popular movie-ticket subscription service. Its former boss, Theodore Farnsworth, is now in serious trouble. He's pleaded guilty to securities fraud and could spend up to 25 years
A top senator recently received a warning from a government watchdog about a worrying increase in defaults on COVID-era loans. The watchdog, Brian Miller, highlighted that these loan programs have reported losses of over $1 billion as of November 2024. These numbers have been growing since debtors s
