Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a worldwide health issue. It's a non-medical practice that involves removing parts of the female genitalia. To understand the factors influencing when girls undergo FGM, researchers in Ethiopia analyzed data from the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey (ED
Fish populations in England's rivers have been on a rollercoaster ride over the past four decades. Once struggling due to water pollution and changes in land use, these aquatic creatures have shown remarkable improvements. Scientists looked at data from 16, 124 surveys at 1180 sites across England,
You know how plastic is everywhere and causing big problems? One idea to solve this is a cap-and-trade system, or CAT for short. This system has been used before to manage water and reduce carbon emissions. It works by setting a limit, or cap, on the amount of something, like plastic, that can be pr
Scientists have been buzzing about sticking metal chlorides, especially iron chlorides, into graphite structures. Why? It shields these 2D magnetic systems from the outside world and changes their magnetic, electronic, and optical properties. But hold on, intercalation can cause or reveal defects. T
South Carolina schools have been relying on e-learning days to keep students engaged during winter storms. But did you know these days are limited? Every school year, districts can only use five e-learning days. This week’s snowstorm means some schools are running out of options to make up for misse
The PGA Tour has seen its fair share of weather disruptions over the years. From delayed rounds to postponed tournaments, extreme weather conditions have often forced players and fans to adapt. Let's take a look at five notable times when weather played a significant role in the tour. One such inst
Small and big businesses in Baton Rouge have been closed due to the recent snow and ice, but now that the weather is getting better, they're getting back to work. Mia Monet from 2une In visited SoLou, a local restaurant, to chat about how businesses are recovering and getting ready for Winter Restau
Last year, a space rock named 2024 PT5 briefly became Earth's "mini-moon. " While it was close, scientists rushed to study it. A recent study suggests that 2024 PT5 might be a piece of our real moon. It could have been thrown into space by an impact on the lunar surface within the last tens of thous
The Milwaukee Bucks, featuring star player Giannis Antetokounmpo, arrived in New Orleans a day early for their game against the Pelicans. Sadly, New Orleans faced a historic snowfall on Tuesday, dumping up to 10 inches of snow and causing travel chaos. Flights were grounded, leaving the Bucks strand
Feeling a bit chilly? So is Disney's Blizzard Beach water park! They've decided to keep the gates closed for a couple more days as Central Florida continues to experience some unusually cold temperatures. Initially slated to reopen on January 22, the park will now remain closed until Friday, January
