This week, a bunch of famous faces are celebrating their birthdays. From legendary actors to chart-topping musicians, there's a mix of old and new stars to talk about. Let's start with some of the older crowd. On December 14th, we have Abbe Lane, who's turning 94. She's a singer and actor who's bee
Missouri's sports betting world is buzzing with excitement. New users are raking in bonus bets left and right. DraftKings, FanDuel, and bet365 are leading the pack with sweet deals. Just bet a small amount, and you could get hundreds in bonus bets. BetMGM and Caesars also have tempting offers. But r
Kevin Smith, a well-known filmmaker, has had a big change in his life. He used to be a very religious Catholic. This was when he made his movie "Dogma" 25 years ago. The movie is about two angels who cause big trouble. Smith was very serious about his faith when he made this movie. He believed every
A new player in the space industry, Aetherflux, is setting its sights on a unique venture: placing AI data centers in orbit. This isn't just about moving data centers to space; it's about solving some big problems on Earth. The idea is to use satellites powered by solar energy to handle AI tasks, wh
Winter brings snow, and with it, the urge to grab the salt shaker. But before you go overboard, consider this: too much salt is a big problem for the environment. When snow melts or it rains, that salt doesn't just disappear. It washes into lakes, rivers, and streams, turning them salty and harmful
Imagine a bookshelf filled with 49 books. These are the ones that didn't make the cut for the top 10 list of 2025. The process of selecting these books is simple yet intricate. Throughout the year, as each book is finished, if it's loved, it's set aside. By November, the stack is towering, and the r
The California sober trend is gaining traction, where people are choosing cannabis over alcohol. They believe this switch is healthier and might prevent them from using stronger drugs like opioids or meth. A recent study found that cannabis users did drink less alcohol and felt less urge to drink. H
Jahan Dotson, a rising star in the NFL, has a story that goes beyond his impressive stats. Born in Newark, New Jersey, he grew up in East Orange before moving to Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley. This change set the stage for his high school career at Nazareth Area High School, where he broke records wi
Northern Colorado is in for a wild ride. The National Weather Service has issued high wind warnings and watches, signaling that December 9 will be a day of powerful gusts. These winds aren't just a nuisance; they can cause serious problems. Power outages and travel troubles are likely, and any new f
Nanoparticles, tiny pollutants, are a big worry. They can harm nature and people over time. A recent study looked at how these nanoparticles stick to and come off of aerobic granular sludge (AGS) in wastewater treatment. AGS is a special kind of sludge used to clean water. The study found that the
