When someone is killed illegally, their remains can be crucial in revealing human rights abuses. However, cases like this are often complex and can make legal procedures tricky. These situations usually have red flags, requiring special investigation to figure out the cause of death and any human ri
In the heart of Coeur d’Alene, over a hundred folks showed up to a town hall put together by the Kootenai County GOP. The event was a chance for North Idaho legislators to share their plans for the upcoming legislative session. Eight representatives from different districts were there to talk shop,
Linda McMahon, a former wrestling executive, might face a bigger challenge if she becomes the secretary of education. She’ll have to balance giving more power to schools and parents while also introducing new federal controls. President Trump’s administration wants to eliminate the Department of Edu
Did you know that blood fats might be linked to colon cancer? Scientists wanted to find out if there's a real connection. They used a method called Mendelian randomization to see if high blood lipids or certain cholesterol-lowering drugs could raise your risk of getting colon cancer. The results wer
Fred Harris, a prominent figure in both politics and academia, passed away at the age of 94. Serving as a U. S. senator from Oklahoma for two terms, Harris made a significant impact on American politics. His tenure spanned from 1964 to 1973, during which he also chaired the Democratic National Commi
Have you ever wondered how our brains help us cope with scary experiences? Scientists studied mice to learn more about this. They found that a hormone called gastrin-releasing peptide (GRP) plays a big role. When stressed, mice without GRP have a hard time forgetting their fears. This is like how pe
Imagine you're running a massive experiment with tiny worms. You're studying how they evolve resistance to a drug called ivermectin. To do this, you use a cool new tool called TARDIS barcoding. This tool helps you track the worms' genetic lineage, just like a family tree. Why worms? Because the
Last week, Ukraine fired British-made Storm Shadow missiles at Russia, drawing a furious response from Vladimir Putin. Russia retaliated by firing a ballistic missile at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro and threatening to attack countries that supply Kyiv with long-range weapons, like the UK and US. Thi
Nebraska's volleyball team is getting ready to face their rivals, the Wisconsin Badgers, for the third time this season. Wisconsin has been a tough opponent for the Huskers, winning most of their matches. But Nebraska has a slim lead, winning 2 out of 3 games against the Badgers last season. The fo
Imagine paddling down Tasmania's Franklin River and suddenly finding your kayak stuck between huge rocks. That's exactly what happened to one kayaker. The river's powerful current pinned him down, creating a tough situation for rescuers. They were faced with a tough call: save the kayaker, but risk
