Northeast Ohio is in for a stretch of sunny days, thanks to a weather phenomenon called an Omega block. This isn't just any weather pattern; it's a big kink in the jet stream that's keeping the region dry and warm. The block is named after the Greek letter Omega because of its shape. It's like a san
Hawaii is on high alert as Hurricane Kiko heads its way. The acting governor has called for a statewide state of emergency to ensure everyone is ready. Experts believe the storm will lose some strength as it moves into cooler ocean waters, but it could still bring heavy rain and large waves. Meanwh
Lung cancer is a major health issue worldwide, causing significant illness and death. It's not just about survival; it's about how well patients live during and after treatment. This is where the concept of quality of life (QoL) comes in. QoL is a big deal for lung cancer patients. It's abo
In northeastern Brazil, scientists are looking at marmosets to understand how viruses spread. These small primates live close to humans, making them a good indicator of virus activity. In 2018, researchers studied 47 marmosets from urban and suburban areas in the semiarid region. They checked for si
Imagine waking up on Christmas morning to a spectacular light show in the sky! A recent solar flare has led to a coronal mass ejection (CME) headed toward Earth, which could result in an aurora borealis over certain parts of the US on December 25. This exciting phenomenon, known as the Northern Ligh
Hey, Northeast Ohio! Buckle up; the first major snowstorm of the season is barreling towards us. Lake, Ashtabula, and Geauga counties should brace for a lot of snow. Meteorologists are warning about heavy snowfall, with some areas potentially getting up to 20 inches. This could make driving tricky,
Cleveland, a city known for its passionate sports fans, is making a move to bring the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) to town. Dan Gilbert, the owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, is leading the charge through his company, Rock Entertainment Group. This group has plans to submit a propo
Over the weekend, a small fire ignited in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. This 2-acre blaze needed around 100 firefighters and warned residents to stay away. Simultaneously, the Jennings Creek wildfire in New Jersey burned thousands of acres, causing smoke to drift across New York City and tragically claim
Wind and dry conditions are fueling wildfires across the Northeast, with 27 million people from New York to Massachusetts under fire alerts. Cities like New York and Boston are feeling the heat, with wind gusts up to 35 mph and humidity as low as 25%. Vegetation is super dry, with the region about 6
