Lyme disease isn’t a new problem, but it’s one that’s getting harder to ignore. Each year, around half a million Americans get bitten by ticks carrying Borrelia bacteria, the germ behind Lyme. Most of the time, a few weeks of antibiotics will clear the infection if caught early. But for some, sympto
Every year, scientists around the globe capture moments that most people never see—tiny ecosystems, dangerous creatures, and fragile environments. A recent photography contest highlighted these hidden scenes, turning complex research into striking images. One shot showed researchers working underwat
Nevada changed its marijuana laws in 2017, making recreational cannabis legal for adults over 21. But don’t think you can light up just anywhere. Public smoking remains off-limits in most places, including parks and streets, unless you're in a specially licensed lounge. The state also bans smoking i
Friday’s downpour turned Dallas roads into risky rivers, catching both human and self-driving cars off guard. In East Dallas, Tiffanie Delgado McMahon and her young daughter got stuck when water rose around their SUV. The eight-year-old panicked, while McMahon struggled to keep calm until a police o
Texas woke up to some rough weather Friday morning as fast-moving storms swept through the northern part of the state. Since the sun barely peeked over the horizon, strong winds have been knocking branches loose in several counties. The areas under notice include Collin, Denton, Grayson, and Cooke,
This year’s schedule for Going-to-Sun Road shows a clear pattern of balancing access with protection. The full route will open to cars on Monday, weather permitting, but unlike many mountain roads, no advance booking is needed for vehicles this season. Cyclists already have full access now, yet the
Last summer near Belle Isle, a sudden storm flipped seven small sailboats in the Detroit River. About 20 people were on those boats when winds picked up and waves grew taller than the sailboats themselves. Twelve ended up in the water, but thanks to quick reactions from firefighters, police, and eve
ASUS just dropped a shopping cart so wild it feels like a joke. Forget the usual upgrades—this $16, 578 "ROG 20th Anniversary Family Bucket" is basically a gamer's treasure chest with every luxury item you never knew you needed. Available only in Shanghai through a lottery system from June 20 to Jul
At 22, buying a house felt like the right move—like ticking a box on some invisible adulthood checklist. The idea of having a yard to plant flowers in and a fireplace for family game nights seemed like the perfect way to build a life. But after years of owning multiple homes, the reality of maintena
Wyndham Clark's early 2026 season didn't go as planned. After missing three cuts in a row, he made a surprising change by swapping his longtime caddie. That decision led him to David Pelekoudas, nicknamed Big Wave Dave, a familiar face from his 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational rounds. But why the swi
