The Midwest is facing a serious heat crisis. People are flocking to water spots to cool down, but this comes with risks. Drownings have been reported at lakes and rivers. In Chicago, the fire department got 90 calls over the weekend alone. Authorities are warning everyone to be careful around water.
In Washington State, there's a tool called Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). These are like a pause button for folks who might be at risk of harming themselves or others with a gun. The idea is to temporarily take guns away from people who are in a dangerous spot. A recent study looked at how
In small towns across China, wastewater treatment plants are having a tough time. These plants use special ponds called ecological combination ponds (ECPs) to clean water. But when the water coming in changes a lot, it's hard to adjust the settings. This leads to too much air being pumped in and too
Netflix is saying goodbye to over 20 games. This includes big names like Hades and the Monument Valley series. It's not a good sign for Netflix's gaming efforts. They already shut down their big-budget gaming studio last October. Now, they're removing these games from their platform. The games will
The East Coast is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to levels not seen in over a decade. This intense heat is caused by a heat dome, a weather phenomenon where high pressure traps hot air in a region. The effects of this heatwave are far-reaching and severe. In St.
Aaron Rodgers has made it clear that he's ready to hang up his cleats after the 2025 season. The 41-year-old quarterback recently signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and he's already talking about retirement. Rodgers has had an impressive career, spanning over two decades. He's pla
In Paterson, New Jersey, what should have been a joyous celebration turned into a health crisis. During a severe heatwave, two high school graduation ceremonies at Hinchliffe Stadium left over 100 people needing medical help. The first ceremony saw around 50 people treated, with nine needing hospita
The Trump administration is not happy with a judge who is standing in the way of their plans to deport migrants to South Sudan. They say he is being defiant and disobeying the Supreme Court. The Justice Department even asked the Supreme Court to clarify its recent decision and hinted that the judge
Brad Pitt is shifting gears from Hollywood to the racetrack with his latest project, a film centered around the high-speed world of Formula One racing. The movie, which follows the life of a real-life F1 driver, required Pitt to get behind the wheel himself, adding a layer of authenticity to his per
Jon Jones, the UFC heavyweight champion, has decided to hang up his gloves. This means he won't be fighting Tom Aspinall, the interim champion, to unify the title. Instead, Jones chose to retire after defending his title against Stipe Miocic, who is 42 years old. This decision has sparked a lot of
