In Belgium, a panther chameleon faced a silent battle within its lungs. This chameleon, just two years old, stopped eating and had trouble breathing. Doctors took X-rays and saw something unusual in the lungs. Tiny creatures were living there, causing problems. These creatures are called Raillietie
A significant event was supposed to happen. A council, set up by President Donald Trump, was ready to share big changes for FEMA. But then, something unexpected occurred. The meeting got canceled suddenly. This council had been working for months to improve FEMA. They were going to present their fin
In the world of plants, there are many ways to attract pollinators. Some use bright colors. Others use strong scents. But one plant stands out. It uses heat. This plant is called a cycad. It looks like a palm tree. It has cone-like structures. And it gets warm. This warmth is not random. It is a si
In a surprising turn of events, Indiana's Senate Republicans stood up to former President Donald Trump. They voted against a new congressional map that would have given Republicans a big advantage. This map was not part of the usual 10-year redistricting process. The vote was close, with 19 Republi
Broadcom's latest financial report showed impressive results. The company beat expectations for the fourth quarter. They also raised their forecasts for the future. Yet, their stock price did not react as many hoped. This is not uncommon in the stock market. Sometimes, even good news does not boost
Something just shook near Granada, Spain. It might have been a small earthquake. No one is sure yet. This is not unusual. The area is known for some seismic activity. But what does this mean for people living there? And how can they stay informed? Earthquakes can be scary. They can happen without w
In 2024, the U. S. saw a slight decrease in suicide rates, a small but significant shift after years of climbing numbers. The CDC reports that around 48, 800 people died by suicide, which is about 500 fewer than the previous year. This means the rate dropped to 13. 7 deaths per 100, 000 people, down
Minnesota is no stranger to harsh winters, and this year is no exception. With snow piling up and temperatures dropping, the U. S. Postal Service (USPS) is asking residents to lend a hand to keep mail delivery running smoothly. First, let's talk about the USPS. It's a big deal, delivering mail to o
In a small town in Idaho, a man was scratched by a skunk while holding a kitten. This simple incident set off a chain of events that led to two deaths. The man who was scratched later became very sick and died. He had donated a kidney to a man in Michigan. Sadly, the recipient of the kidney also got
Raphael Warnock, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party, has raised an interesting point. He believes that Democrats have given up on talking about religion. This might be a big mistake. Republicans have been using faith as a key part of their message for a long time. Meanwhile, Democrats often
