New England has been bone dry for months. The last time Boston saw more than an inch of rain was way back on June 26. The region has been dealing with a bad drought and lots of wildfires. But guess what? A storm is on its way to bring some much-needed rain. This storm will hit New England early on
Did you know that periodontitis, a common gum disease, might affect your brain? A study explored how this oral health issue impacts brain function in middle-aged and older folks with normal brain power. Researchers wanted to understand how gum disease alters brain connections. They discovered that e
Brain activity during quiet time reveals a lot about how our brains work and who we are as individuals. It's tough to separate brain features linked to personality traits from those connected to thoughts happening at rest. Researchers looked at three brain networks - the ventral and dorsal attention
For over eight decades, scientists have been curious about the brain's gamma waves, which oscillate between 30 to 150 times per second. Despite recent advances, we're still puzzled about their exact role in how we perceive, think, and act. Let's dive into what we know so far. First, let's chat abou
The U. S. Embassy in Kyiv made the decision to stay closed on Wednesday after getting a heads-up about a possible big Russian air strike on the city. This move came right after President Joe Biden gave Ukraine the green light to hit targets in Russia using U. S. -made missiles, which didn't sit well
The U. S. government has decided to send anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, changing its long-standing policy. This move comes after Russia's frontline tactics shifted, leading to slow but steady advances in Ukraine's east. The mines are meant to slow down Russia's dismounted troops who now lead their
In a twist of events, Ukraine reported that Russia had spread a false warning about an impending massive air attack on Kyiv. This fake alert came after several embassies, including the US, temporarily shut their doors. The US Embassy in Kyiv received a tip about a potential significant air attack an
Ever wondered how playing football can boost your brain power? Well, a recent study dove into this question. They found that while a single soccer game didn't instantly make teens smarter, regular fitness did. The teens who ran more laps during a fitness test were quicker at solving brain puzzles bo
In a surprising move, Ukraine has used U. S. -made missiles to strike a Russian military facility. This comes after the U. S. gave Ukraine the go-ahead to use these weapons. Russia quickly responded, claiming to have shot down five of the six missiles. The attack happened in the Bryansk region, and
Boston is bracing for some much-needed rain this week. After enduring droughts in 2016, 2020, 2022, and now in late 2024, the city is eager for some relief. However, it's important to manage expectations. The rain expected on Thursday won't be enough to end the drought altogether. We're looking at a
