A coalition of families who have lost loved ones to crimes by undocumented migrants is urging senators to confirm Senator Markwayne Mullin as the next Secretary of Homeland Security. The group, known for giving a voice to those affected by border issues, sent a letter to Senate leaders John Thune an
Sunday turned into a scorcher for Dallas-Fort Worth when temperatures at the airport hit 94°F at 4 p. m. , officially beating the previous high set way back in 1934 and matched in 1995 by just one degree. The earlier weekend forecasts had predicted Friday and Saturday would also smash records, yet b
Last weekend felt more like spring had already arrived, with temperatures jumping well above normal for this time of year across Wisconsin. In Eau Claire, the thermometer hit 75 degrees, the first time it’s crossed 70 since last fall. That break in warmth came unusually late in the year, after a str
The summer‑like temperatures that swept through the U. S. Southwest in March were far beyond what anyone could have predicted a few decades ago. Scientists who track extreme weather say that this level of heat would not be possible without the extra warmth added by human activity. Researchers fro
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is more than a collection of cysts; it’s a complex mix of hormones, genes and everyday habits that can disrupt a woman’s health. The first thing doctors notice is too much male hormone in the body, a condition called hyperandrogenism. This excess can lead to acne, hair
Recent research shows that people who have trouble sleeping or work nights face a higher chance of hormone‑related health issues. The study looked at thousands of people in the UK and used genetic clues to see if the link was real or just a coincidence. Results suggest that both poor sleep and
A recent series of explosions at cocaine labs close to the Ecuadorian border took a deadly toll, killing 14 people in January. Colombia’s Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez confirmed the incidents and said that both Colombian and Ecuadorian officials are investigating whether any violation of sovereignt
An experiment in an Indian school tested whether a short yoga course could ease the troubles of teens who play video games too much. Researchers chose 120 students who were known to spend long hours on gaming and randomly split them into two groups. One group followed an eight‑week yoga progra
The massive blizzard that shut down much of northern Michigan has finally moved on, but it left behind a mess that won’t vanish overnight. Places like Marquette and Negaunee just set new snow records in 48 hours, burying roads under heavy drifts. The Upper Peninsula and areas from Traverse City to t
Apple has introduced a new MacBook model that can be bought by students for just $499. This price is lower than any previous MacBook, making it easier for parents and schools to buy one. Before this, the cheapest Apple laptop started at $999, so many families could not afford a MacBook for the
