Maine's public schools are more than just buildings and books. They are a network of people working together to shape the future. Teachers, counselors, nurses, and many others play a crucial role in creating a safe and supportive learning environment. These dedicated individuals help students discov
In the world of feline health, something unusual happened. An 8-year-old cat, a neutered female with short hair, started showing signs of trouble. Her breath smelled bad. She ate less. She lost weight. But when a vet checked her over, nothing seemed too out of the ordinary, except she was a bit unde
Science thrives when young minds are given the chance to explore and innovate. Think about the impact of young scientists like Larry Page and Sergey Brin, who founded Google while still in graduate school, or Kizzmekia Corbett, who led the team that developed the COVID-19 vaccine. These success stor
Maryland is gearing up for a chilly start to December. The weather is set to shift, bringing a mix of rain and some wintry elements. The first weather system will hit the western parts of the state early Sunday. It will start as a wintry mix but will soon turn into all rain. The second system is exp
Clear braces are a popular choice for straightening teeth. They are made from different materials. But how do they hold up under heat and cold? A recent study looked into this. It tested three types of clear aligner materials. The goal was to see how heat and cold cycles affect their strength. Firs
A massive winter storm is causing serious problems for people trying to get home after Thanksgiving. Snow is piling up quickly in the Midwest and Great Lakes areas. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that this storm is bringing heavy snow and dangerous travel conditions. In some places, snow
A football game between Cincinnati Bearcats and TCU Horned Frogs took an unexpected turn. The match, held at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, was abruptly paused due to a lightning delay. This happened in the first quarter, with just under eight minutes left on the clock. At that point,
In a small town about 30 miles south of Kalamazoo, a festive event had to be rescheduled due to a winter weather warning. The holiday light parade, which usually lights up the streets with colorful floats and music, was postponed. The town of Three Rivers decided to move the parade to a later date.
In the world of gut health, tiny bacteria can make a big difference. One such bacteria, Lacticaseibacillus casei KGC1201, was found in Panax ginseng. Scientists wanted to see if this bacteria could help with colitis, a type of inflammatory bowel disease. They tested it on mice with colitis caused b
Ever wondered how scientists tell one monkey species from another? It's not as easy as it sounds. Rhesus macaques, often used in research, share their homes with other primates. This makes it tough to identify them just by looking at hair or poop samples. The problem? These species look alike, and s
