Hurricane Erick has quickly grown into a powerful Category 3 storm. It is heading towards the southern coast of Mexico. This storm is expected to bring strong winds, heavy rain, and dangerous flooding. The storm is moving northwest at a speed of 9 miles per hour. It is currently about 55 miles south
The UK has taken a big step in changing its abortion laws. For the first time in nearly 60 years, the UK Parliament has voted to stop women from being punished for ending their pregnancies late in term. This change comes as many places in the US are trying to restrict abortion access. In a clear vo
In a surprising turn of events, a federal judge in Miami found Florida's attorney general, James Uthmeier, in contempt of court. This decision came after Uthmeier continued to enforce a blocked immigration law and openly discussed his actions in media interviews. This legal battle is part of a larg
The upcoming NATO summit has been designed to be a quick and efficient meeting. This change is to accommodate President Trump's known preference for shorter gatherings. The summit will take place in the Hague and will focus on setting new defense spending goals for member countries. The goal is to
The world of agriculture is always looking for better ways to grow crops. One big question is how to tell if eggplant seeds are strong and healthy. Strong seeds mean better plants. So, scientists have been working on a new method to check seed quality without harming them. They used a special kind
The Waukegan Mail Depot is more than just a place to pick up mail or ship packages. It is a vibrant community hub created by Janessa Rodriguez, Raquel Cruz, and Gabriel Cruz. These entrepreneurs opened their doors in November with a clear vision: to foster a space where local businesses could thrive
Pandemic readiness is crucial for any nation. One key part of this readiness is having mobile labs that can be sent out quickly. These labs are not always built to handle the massive number of tests needed during a big outbreak. Setting up and testing these labs in real-world situations takes a l
The Senate Republicans are making significant changes to a major bill that could greatly impact the country's future. This bill is a key part of President Trump's plans for his second term. The Senate Finance Committee recently released the details of this bill, which includes adjustments to Medicai
Duck plague virus (DPV) is a serious threat to waterfowl, causing a deadly disease in ducks, geese, and other wild birds. This virus has a clever way of replicating inside its hosts. One key player in this process is a protein called pUL42. This protein is part of the virus's DNA polymerase, which i
Tesla is taking a week off from making its Model Y and Cybertruck vehicles. This shutdown is set to happen over the week of July 4th at their Austin factory. It won't be the first time this year. This is at least the third time in the past year that Tesla has done this. Workers were informed about t
