Many people were still cleaning up from one winter storm that hit the Northeast, leaving schools and homes covered in ice. It was a new weekend. Another storm was coming. This time it was heading towards a long spot from the Midwest to the East Coast. It was a cold and wintry mix. Why does the
Why don't healthcare workers always use protective gear during epidemics? Is it about attitude, skills, or something else? Shiraz University of Medical Sciences in Iran tried to find out. This wasn't just a regular study. It was all about how to better understand and predict the behavior of healthca
Imagine a country where every year, thousands of women face a dangerous situation. It isn't a war zone; it is Ethiopia. A baby is born every 33 months. When it is less, it is considered too close or short. This puts the mother at a higher risk of complications. In many countries this isn't a big pro
Every July, thousands of people gather in Pamplona, Spain, for the San Fermín festival. Picture this: a massive crowd in a tight space, all dressed in white. By midday, their clothes turn pink from the free-flowing sangria. This is the scene of the festival that has been described as intense and ove
CAPRI challenges are a way for teams to prove their skills in predicting how biomolecules will work together without any prior knowledge. This story looks at two teams, humans lead by Zou and a server group run by MDockPP, as they took on 9 rounds of these CAPRI challenges known as 47-55. One of th
Weather is unpredictable, and snowfall predictions are particularly tricky. Look at the facts: multiple forecasts can show different results. Which one to believe? Imagine this: One forecast says 8-10 inches of snow, while another predicts only 3-5 inches. Its like no one can agree
Alzheimer's disease is a tough opponent in the world of neurodegenerative disorders. Early detection is crucial. Scientists have been trying to figure out the best ways to identify this disease early. They've decided to focus on two key biomarkers Aβ42 and Aβ40. These biomarkers are tiny clues th
As Sunday evening approaches, some parts of the Delaware Valley are going to experience a tricky situation that was predicted by a rodent on February 2nd. The forecast is calling for snowfall to start around 5 pm and wrap up by 10 pm. Now, let's talk specifics. The areas likely to get the
Every year, crowds gather in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to see if Punxsutawney Phil spots his shadow. This year, the groundhog's handlers said Phil saw it, which means six more weeks of winter. Phil's prediction is a mix of tradition and fun. People travel from all around to watch the event includi
Drought in sub-Saharan Africa is a huge problem that impacts how maize grows and reduces the harvest. Dealing with drought is complex because many different genes are involved. That's why scientists tried something new. Researchers took 236 different types of corn and tested them in multiple
