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Mar 27 2026SCIENCE

Safety Gear Can Give a False Sense of Security

Backcountry adventures are getting more popular, and people often bring avalanche tools like transceivers and airbags. These devices have helped many survive falls, but they can also change how people act in danger. When someone feels protected by gear, they may take bigger risks – a trick called ri

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Mar 27 2026HEALTH

Simple Ways We Learned About Health

In the 1950s, a surprising event made people think about their bodies. President Dwight Eisenhower had a heart attack while playing golf in Denver. The nation was shocked because he seemed strong and young. A health official compared the news to learning about Pearl Harbor, showing how serious it wa

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Mar 27 2026SCIENCE

Healthy Habits, Happy Minds: How Kids with Autism and ADHD Thrive on Balance

Parents of 523 children aged 7 to 12, most boys, filled out surveys about their kids’ daily habits and feelings. Researchers used a statistical method called latent profile analysis to spot patterns in four distinct groups. The first group, about one‑fifth of the sample, showed very high levels of

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Mar 27 2026HEALTH

Protein Bars That Feel Like Treats

These bars have become a common sight on shelves and in bags. People no longer like the chalky, sugary protein bars that taste artificial. Instead they choose JUNKLESS Protein Bars because they feel like dessert, not a health product. The bars are popular among many groups. Actress Olivia

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Mar 27 2026HEALTH

Gut Microbes and the Mind of New Breast Cancer Patients

The study looks at how the gut bacteria of women newly diagnosed with hormone‑receptor positive, HER2‑negative breast cancer relate to their feelings and thinking skills. Instead of starting with the disease, the research first examines the patients’ mental state and memory before any treatment b

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Mar 27 2026POLITICS

Former Brazilian Leader Moves Home After Hospital Stay

A former president of Brazil was released from a hospital on Friday and will now live at home under a special form of house arrest. He must stay there for at least three months, a decision made by the court because of his health. The former leader is 71 years old and has already been in prison

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Mar 27 2026WEATHER

A Sudden Chill Hits DC After Warm Thursday

The capital enjoyed a sunny, almost summer‑like afternoon on Thursday. But by Friday morning a cold front is set to arrive, bringing wind, showers and a sharp drop in temperature. Severe storms have been active upstate, but they will weaken as they move toward the region. Morning showers are e

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Mar 27 2026SPORTS

Heatwave Hits Opening Day, Home Runs Rise

The 2026 season opens in St. Louis under a scorching sky, with temperatures expected to top 90 degrees during the Cardinals game. These numbers edge close to the city’s 1991 record of 87 degrees and could surpass the all‑time March high of 92 set in 1929. Fans and players will face the peak he

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Mar 27 2026WEATHER

Cold Front Brings Warmth, Fog and Fire Warnings

The calm weather we’ve been enjoying is about to change. A chilly front will bring a cool breeze this weekend, but it also creates conditions that can let fires spread fast. Rain is expected to increase next week. A dense fog advisory covers parts of southeast Louisiana and south Mississippi until

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Mar 27 2026WEATHER

Storms Set the Stage for a Warm Weekend

A sharp temperature drop of almost 40 degrees happened overnight, leaving many areas below freezing by morning. Thursday’s highs hovered in the low 70s east and south of I‑94, but tonight’s lows slipped into the 30s, with some places near 40 and others in the 20s, especially around the Thumb. Wind s

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