Up in the sky, far above us, something unexpected happened. One of the astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) had a health scare. NASA, the big space agency, is now thinking about bringing the astronauts back to Earth earlier than planned. The astronaut who is not feeling well is okay
Toilet paper is something we use quickly and throw away. But making it often harms the environment. Trees are cut down, lots of water is used, and chemicals can pollute. Many people want to buy toilet paper that is kinder to nature. Yet, it's not always easy to know what to look for. Toilet paper m
The CDC has updated its vaccine schedule for kids. This change is not about being anti-science. It is about giving parents more choices. Before, parents who asked questions were often treated badly. They were called anti-science or told they were putting other kids at risk. Now, the CDC is saying th
New York has long been a big deal in the world of science. It's the second biggest recipient of National Institutes of Health money. Plus, it has more top-notch academic institutions doing research than any other state. The state trains a lot of doctors and biomedical researchers. But this leadershi
Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) is a treatment that sends mild electric pulses to the spine. It's mainly used to help people with nerve pain, also called neuropathic pain. But how does it affect how much people move around and how confident they feel about managing their pain? That's what researchers
The Switch 2 has already made a splash in the gaming world, showing what's possible on portable hardware. As it approaches its first anniversary, expectations are high for both Nintendo's own games and those from other developers. With many months left in the year and more announcements to come, sur
A recent decision by the Naples City Council has sparked discussions about where local governments should draw the line between cost savings and community support. The council awarded a $7. 5 million fleet services contract to an out-of-town dealership, despite a local business, Tamiami Ford, offeri
Pittsburgh is about to lose a major part of its news scene. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the city's biggest newspaper, is shutting down in May. The Block family, who own the paper, say they've lost over $350 million in the last 20 years. They regret the impact but say they're leaving with their head
In a bold move that has intensified the rivalry between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, the leader of Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) chose not to participate in discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Yemen. The STC, which has been pushing for an independent s
Spencer Pratt, a familiar face from reality TV, has thrown his hat into the ring for L. A. mayor. This move comes exactly a year after the devastating Palisades fire, which destroyed his home and many others. Pratt has been vocal on social media, blaming Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom fo
