California is experiencing a remarkable turnaround from its recent dry spell. After a particularly arid year in 2024, the state is now seeing an abundance of rain. This sudden change has broken several records and brought both benefits and challenges. The recent downpours have been intense. Many ar
In a quiet town near Charlotte, a young man's dangerous plans were stopped just in time. Authorities say an 18-year-old, Christian Sturdivant, was arrested for plotting an attack on New Year's Eve. He allegedly wanted to target a grocery store and a fast-food joint, aiming to hurt as many people as
The readiness of healthcare workers and students to perform abortions is a big deal. It affects how easy it is for people to get this kind of care. Plus, it shows how ready the medical workforce is to handle these situations. A recent study looked at data from 2014 to 2025. It found that not everyo
People's beliefs can affect how they understand science. Two studies looked at how well people know about evolution and how their religious views play a role. In the first study, a large group of people from the U. S. were asked about evolution. Those who were agnostic or atheist knew more about evo
Kidney stones are a painful condition. They affect many people. What you eat can play a big role in this. A recent study looked at how different diets affect kidney stone risk. It also checked if uric acid levels play a part in this. The study focused on four dietary patterns. These patterns were l
Researchers looked at how women stay active and sit less after having a baby. They studied over 2, 800 women from the U. S. between 2 to 7 years after their first pregnancy. The study found that 37. 8% of women met the recommended activity levels and sat for less than 3 hours a day. The study also
California is in for a rough ride with a series of storms lined up to hit the state. Starting this Friday, rain will drench areas from northern California up to Oregon, while higher elevations in the Sierra Nevada Mountains will see snow. This isn't just a one-day event; the rain is expected to stic
Minnesota is in for a calm and cool Friday, with temperatures dipping to around 15 degrees. The northern parts of the state will feel even chillier, with single-digit temperatures. Winds will be light, making the day feel quiet and peaceful. As the day progresses, clouds will clear out, giving way
Naomi Osaka, the famous tennis star, is not feeling her best right now. She's playing in the United Cup in Perth, Australia. But she's been sick since Christmas. This sickness is making it hard for her to play well. Osaka lost her first match against Greece's Maria Sakkari. It was a tough loss. Sak
Up on Mount Hamilton, a historic telescope is in trouble. A fierce storm on Christmas morning tore open the dome housing the Great Refractor telescope. This telescope, built way back in the 1880s, is a big deal in astronomy. It's still a star attraction, drawing crowds to peek through its lens. But
