Plastic waste is a big problem in our oceans. To understand how it breaks down, scientists tested three common plastics: polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and Nylon-6 (N6). They put these plastics in seawater with hydrogen peroxide and exposed them to UV light and heat. Over time, they checked
Philadelphia and the surrounding Midatlantic area are in for a potentially significant snowstorm this weekend, according to computer models. This is not a drill, folks. By Tuesday morning, the National Weather Service had put the odds of at least 5 inches of snow in Philly at 55%, with the possibili
The bug spray business is booming. By 2026, it's expected to hit USD 11. 4 billion. That's up from USD 10. 69 billion in 2025. And it's not stopping there. By 2031, it could reach USD 15. 71 billion. That's a big jump! Why? More people are worried about diseases spread by insects. Plus, everyone's s
Caring for a loved one in the hospital is tough. It takes a toll on the body, mind, and wallet. This is not just hard for the patients. It is also very hard for the family members who take care of them. A recent study looked at how this affects family caregivers in medical and surgical wards. It fou
China Resources Mixc Lifestyle Services Ltd. is catching the eye of financial analysts. Two big names in the industry, CICC and DBS, have both given the company a thumbs-up. They think it's a good bet for investors. CICC, a well-known financial analyst, recently said they still believe in the compa
Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand, Goop, is once again under fire for its 2026 Valentine's Day gift guide. This time, the backlash is centered around the high prices and sexually explicit nature of some items. The guide features 60 products, ranging from luxury jewelry to intimate toys, which have s
Martha Stewart, a well-known figure in the world of home decor and lifestyle, has recently introduced her latest addition to the family. This time, it's not a new recipe or a beautifully decorated room, but a tiny, adorable puppy named Half Moon. The 8-week-old French bulldog made her debut on Insta
Latin America is in a tough spot. Progressive leaders are feeling the heat from both their own people and the Trump administration. The people want quick fixes to crime, and Trump is pushing hard for tough action. El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has shown what a hard-line approach can do. His
Grover Thompson's story is one of injustice and resilience. He was arrested for a crime he didn't do. Thompson was just trying to get out of the rain in 1981 when he saw a man attacking a woman. But instead of being a hero, he was accused of the crime. The Illinois Innocence Project later found out
Shade Mountain Vineyards & Winery in Middleburg, Pennsylvania, is gearing up for a busy 2026. After a quiet January, the winery, which opened in 1999 but started planting grapes a decade earlier, has big plans. The 2025 harvest was a standout year for the winery. The warm, dry weather stressed the
