Heatwaves can be deadly, as seen in Europe's 2018 and 2022 summers. But did you know that some of these extreme temperatures could be foreseen weeks in advance? Subseasonal forecasts, which predict weather 2 weeks to 2 months ahead, offer a glimpse into the future. Yet, we haven't fully explored how
On December 29, SpaceX sent four satellites built by Astranis towards geostationary orbit. This launch was unique because it marked the first time a single company launched four of its own satellites on one mission to GEO. A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the satellites blasted off at midnight from Florid
Hey, Georgia! Are you ready for some wild weather this Sunday? The National Weather Service has called off a Tornado Watch that was supposed to last until 9 a. m. , but they've issued a new one for 20 counties, including Bryan and Bulloch, until 1 p. m. Meteorologist Ashley Kramlich warns that a str
As the second half kicks off, the Minnesota Vikings are in the driver's seat with a 13-3 lead over the Green Bay Packers. The Vikings turned the tables after the Packers took an early lead of 3-0. A long pass from quarterback Sam Darnold to Jalen Nailor secured the only touchdown of the game so far.
Hexafluoropropylene oxide trimer acid, or HFPO-TA, is a newer option replacing traditional PFASs. It's tough to break down and can harm living things, hence the search for better ways to tackle it. One method that stands out is using UV light with sulfite and iodide. This mix can break down HFPO-TA
You know those festive winter gatherings? Well, they might come with an unwanted guest this year – the norovirus. The U. S. has seen a spike in its outbreaks, especially in places where people are close, like schools and cruise ships. In the week ending Dec. 5, the count was at 91 outbreaks. That's
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, a top-tier stroke center noticed some big changes in how they treated patients. They looked back at people who had a stroke from September 2020 to May 2021, both with and without COVID-19. They found that there were fewer cases of a common type of stroke called acute
In mountain streams, temperature plays a big role in shaping the community of bacteria living in the sediment. While temperature and nutrients are important factors in oceans and lakes, their influence on mountain stream bacteria isn't well understood. Scientists studied the Taizicheng River, a high
The COVID-19 pandemic has made life tough in many ways, including a rise in intimate partner violence (IPV) globally. But in India, the picture isn't so clear. Some studies show an increase in IPV during lockdowns, while others don't. This makes it important to understand how COVID-19 exposure affec
Ever heard of cyberchondria? It's like when you look up a tiny ache and suddenly think you have a rare disease. This is happening more and more among students at Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With the internet at their fingertips, these students can find detailed
