The recent Louvre heist might have seemed like a job for big-time criminals, but the suspects in custody tell a different story. They are local folks from Seine-Saint-Denis, a suburb north of Paris. The group includes three men and one woman, all with records, but not the kind you'd expect from mast
The human body is a symphony of rhythms. From the steady beat of the heart to the ebb and flow of sleep, these rhythms keep us ticking. Now, scientists have uncovered a surprising link between the gut and the brain. Researchers at the University of California San Diego have found that the gut's rhyt
The Detroit Tigers are kicking off their offseason with some roster tidying. After the World Series wrapped up, the Tigers, like other teams, are diving into the routine tasks that come with the end of a season. First up, the Tigers have 47 players on their 40-man roster. But six players are now fr
A recent jewel heist at the Louvre museum in Paris has left authorities scratching their heads. The thieves, who made off with jewels worth $102 million, were not the slick, professional criminals one might expect. Instead, they appear to be small-time crooks from the northern suburbs of Paris. The
Every Sunday, from noon to 1 p. m. ET, fantasy football fans can get live help for their big decisions. An expert is ready to chat and give advice on who to start or sit. This is especially useful with eight games happening in the early window of Week 9. Injuries can change everything. The expert c
Ever wonder how the brain handles signs and words at the same time? A recent study dug into this, focusing on how learning sign language affects the way we use spoken language. The experiment involved hearing people who don't usually use sign language. They were taught some signs from Catalan Sign L
Prostate cancer hits harder in poorer countries. Two drugs, abiraterone and enzalutamide, can help, but they're expensive. Many patients in Nigeria can't afford them. A recent survey asked doctors about this problem and possible solutions. The survey asked 104 doctors in Nigeria about prostate canc
Our memories are not fixed records of the past but rather flexible stories that our brains tell ourselves. Every time we recall something, our brains tweak the details, sometimes creating false memories. This isn't always a bad thing. Scientists are exploring how we can manipulate memories to improv
October brought some fascinating science news that might have slipped under the radar. Let's dive into a few standout stories. Ever wondered how to max out your score in Boggle? Dan Vanderkam, a software engineer, cracked the code. He figured out the best board setup for the highest score ever—3, 6
The Midlands are in for a chilly Saturday morning. The National Weather Service has warned that frost could form early Saturday. Temperatures might drop to 36 degrees. This chill could hurt plants that are sensitive to cold. Gardeners should protect their plants. They can cover them or bring them i
