DC woke up to a chilly morning, but things heated up fast. By afternoon, temperatures shot up into the 70s. This made Tuesday the hottest day of the week so far. The usual high for DC is 68 degrees, so this was a nice surprise. Winds from the south pushed the warmth in. But don't get too comfortabl
Maryland is in for a brief warm spell before a cold front moves in. After a chilly morning, temperatures will rise to the low 70s. This warm-up is short-lived, though. A few showers might pop up on Tuesday evening, but don't expect much rain. Winds will pick up, but rainfall will be light, less than
After a stormy Monday, Massachusetts is in for a change. The weather forecast for Tuesday looks promising, with mostly sunny skies and milder temperatures. This shift is due to drier air moving into the region, according to weather experts. Expect highs in the low to mid-60s across the state. Winds
Oregon is in for a chilly surprise this weekend. A big snowstorm is heading to the state's mountain passes, with up to a foot of snow expected. This is thanks to a mix of moisture and cooler air moving in, pushing snow levels down to between 3, 000 and 5, 000 feet. The areas most likely to see heav
In the coastal city of Gabes, Tunisia, people are fed up. They've had enough of the pollution from a big chemical plant. So, they did something about it. They went on strike. They protested. They shut down the city. All to send a message: "Gabes wants to live. " The plant, run by the state, has bee
Menopause is often linked to hot flashes and mood swings, but a recent study highlights a less talked about issue: digestive problems. Nearly 600 women from the UK, aged 44 to 73, shared their experiences. A whopping 94% of them reported digestive issues. Even more surprising, 82% said these problem
Congo has reached a significant turning point in its battle against Ebola. The last patient from the recent outbreak has been discharged, and no new cases have been reported since September 25. This is a big deal because it means the country is now in a 42-day waiting period. If no new cases pop up
Columbia is getting a bigger and better mental health center. Burrell Behavioral Health is building a new place on Texas Avenue. This new spot will help more people for a longer time. Right now, the old center on East Walnut Street can only help people for up to 23 hours. The new center will offer
Women's health is not a small issue. It's a big part of the world's health. Yet, it's often ignored. This is a problem. Data can help fix it. Women make up more than half of the world's population. But their health is often treated as a side issue. This is wrong. It's time to change this. Women wa
Prostate cancer treatment is getting a makeover. A new trial called PROSEVEN is testing a faster way to deliver radiotherapy. Normally, this treatment takes a while. But now, doctors are trying to do it in just seven days. The idea is to use a special kind of radiotherapy called stereotactic body r
