The weather in the D. C. area is about to take a turn. After a relatively comfortable weekend, humidity is creeping back in. It won't be the worst August day, but it's not great either. The sun will be out more, and temperatures will hover in the mid-to-upper 80s. Some spots might even hit 90 degree
Big things are happening with Shiba Inu, the popular dog-themed cryptocurrency. Recently, there's been a huge 643% jump in large holder netflows. This means that the big players, or "whales, " are buying up a lot of Shiba Inu. This is a big deal because when whales start accumulating, it usually me
Researchers are looking into how uric acid in the blood might help figure out who is at risk for osteoporosis after menopause. Osteoporosis is a big deal because it makes bones weak and more likely to break. Right now, doctors don't have a super easy way to predict who will get it. They want to mak
Buying a used electric vehicle (EV) is a smart move right now. There's a tax credit of up to $4, 000 for qualified buyers, but it's only available until the end of September. This means you'll have to act fast and be smart about your purchase. First things first, check the battery. It's the most im
Money plays a big role in how well people survive cancer. A recent study showed that unhealthy habits explain only a small part of why poorer people have worse survival rates. Things like stress, poor healthcare access, and living in areas with limited healthy food options are much bigger factors.
Texas Republicans have a plan to change the state's political boundaries. They want to gain five more seats in the House of Representatives. The new map would turn three Democratic districts into Republican strongholds. These districts voted for Kamala Harris in the last election, but under the new
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has shown us the farthest and clearest infrared pictures of the universe ever seen. This incredible tool, launched in December 2021, can detect heat and light that our eyes can't see. It's like having superpowers to look back in time, almost to the beginning of
Predators like bears and wolves have always stirred strong feelings in people. We love them in stories and as cuddly toys, but we often fear them in reality. This fear can lead to harmful actions, like hunting them to near extinction. Yet, these animals play a vital role in nature. They help keep ec
The Boston Red Sox had big plans for the MLB trade deadline. They talked about winning lots of games and competing in their division. But when it came down to it, they didn't make any big moves. They only got two players: Dustin May and Steven Matz. The team's boss, Craig Breslow, said they tried h
Researchers have found that certain gene patterns can show how severe an infection might be. These patterns can also hint at the chances of dying from any cause. This is big news because it means we might be able to change some risks by adjusting our lifestyle or getting treatment. The study looked
