The gut and heart have a special bond. Scientists are digging deep to understand how tiny creatures living in our gut affect our heart health. But it's not easy. Different animals and people have different gut creatures. This makes it tough to find clear answers. Rodents are like the lab heroes. Th
The Harvard Museum of Natural History isn't just a place for science lovers. It's also a spot where art and nature come together in a unique way. This museum, part of the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture, shows off the wonders of the natural world. It's not just about fossils and animals. It's a
Billie Eilish recently made waves by sharing posts on her Instagram Story that criticized ICE, calling them a "terrorist group" after a woman was fatally shot in Minneapolis. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) quickly responded, defending their actions. They pointed out that new footage show
Astronomers have found a bunch of asteroids that are spinning super fast. One of them is really big and spins so quickly that it completes a full rotation in just about two minutes. This is a big deal because most asteroids are like loose piles of rocks. They are held together by gravity, not streng
The U. S. Treasury Secretary has a bold plan to fund a massive defense budget increase. The idea? Recover money lost to fraud, waste, and abuse. This isn't just any plan—it's a strategy to tap into funds that have been mismanaged or stolen, particularly from welfare programs. Minnesota is at the ce
Brock Purdy's journey from being the last pick in the NFL Draft to a key player in the San Francisco 49ers is nothing short of inspiring. It's been quite a ride for him. Just a few years ago, he was sharing a place with roommates and working hard to keep his spot on the team. Now, he's aiming for hi
In a big study, scientists looked at how tiny organisms in the gut might be linked to kids' weight. They checked out 1134 children between 3 and 6 years old. These tiny organisms are like a hidden world inside us, and they might play a role in how much we weigh. The study found that different types
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has decided not to run for a third term. He said the decision came after a tough year for the state. Walz pointed to constant attacks from Republicans and President Donald Trump. These attacks focused on a fraud investigation into child care programs. Walz felt he couldn'
The New Year kicks off with a fresh round of the Watertown Public Opinion-Aberdeen News Athlete of the Week Poll, covering the period from Dec. 23 to Jan. 4. This time, ten athletes from northeastern South Dakota are in the spotlight, showcasing their skills in boys and girls basketball, wrestling,
Minnesota is in a tight spot. The state has until next week to hand over a lot of data about child care providers and families who get federal money. If they don't, they might lose that funding. This all started when the Trump administration said there might be fraud happening with these funds. Som
