The weekend is shaping up to be a scorcher. The heat is on, and it's going to feel even worse because of the humidity. The heat index, which combines the temperature and humidity, could make it feel like it's in the mid-90s. This has led to a Heat Advisory for most of the area on Sunday and Monday.
Dentists often use special liquids to clean out the inside of teeth during root canal treatments. Two popular options are sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) and calcium hypochlorite (Ca(ClO)₂). Both of these liquids can break down tissue and kill germs. But they have some problems. NaOCl can become less ef
Scientists wanted to see how body temperature changes can impact DNA floating in the blood. They looked at two ways to heat up the body: from outside (like a warm bath) and from exercise. First, they thought about how DNA in the blood changes when the body gets warmer. They wondered if this DNA cou
A weak cold front is on its way, bringing more rain and thunderstorms to the area. This isn't expected to be a severe weather event, but heavy rain could lead to flooding in certain spots, especially in the afternoon and evening. Because of all the clouds and rain, temperatures will be a bit cooler
Western Europe is facing a brutal heat wave. Spain just set a new June record with temperatures hitting 46 degrees Celsius. That's hotter than a summer day in many places. The heat is so intense that health officials have issued red alerts. They're telling people to stay inside during the hottest pa
Boston is in for a mix of weather this week. The weekend starts off nice. Sunday will be sunny and warm. It will be comfortable for most people. The air is dry. Humidity is low. Temperatures will be in the mid to upper 80s. But don't get too used to it. The heat is coming back. By Monday, temperatu
Outdoor sheds are handy for extra storage, but not everything belongs there. Extreme temperatures can harm many items. Food, for instance, spoils faster in fluctuating heat and cold. Paper boxes of pasta or crackers can attract pests. Clothes and fabrics are also risky. They can mold or get infested
Researchers wanted to know if the shape used in software affects skin temperature readings during exercise. They tested two shapes: boxes and ellipses. The study involved 42 male runners. Their skin temperature was checked in three different situations: when they were resting, after dipping in cold
In the vast Amazon rainforest, tiny details can make a big difference for dragonflies and damselflies. These insects, known as Odonata, have specific needs when it comes to their body temperature and the places they call home. A recent study looked at how these factors affect their numbers and varie
Climate change is a hot topic, and temperatures are rising faster than expected. A group called Berkeley Earth is at the forefront of tracking these changes. They started with a skeptical view but now play a big role in climate science. Recently, temperatures have been breaking records. Every month
