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May 20 2025HEALTH

The Heat and the Tiny Babies: A South Asian Dilemma

Let's dive into a serious topic. Extreme low birth weight is a big problem in South Asia. It's a condition where a baby is born weighing less than 1000 grams. This is a critical issue because these tiny babies face a higher risk of health problems and even death. Now, researchers are looking int

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May 19 2025SCIENCE

Temperature Fluctuations and Fish Health: What's Happening to Hybrid Groupers?

Hybrid groupers are a big deal in the aquaculture industry, especially in Asia. But, climate change is causing temperature swings in the oceans. This is bad news for these fish, particularly the young ones. Scientists wanted to see how these temperature changes affect hybrid groupers. They looked at

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May 18 2025WEATHER

Western Wisconsin's Weather Shift: A Cool Break from the Heat

After a long spell of unusually warm weather, Western Wisconsin is finally getting a break. For the past few weeks, temperatures have been soaring into the 60s, 70s, and even 80s. This warm spell lasted for almost two weeks. Now, a change is in the air, quite literally. Cooler temperatures are movin

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May 18 2025SCIENCE

Sodium-Ion Batteries: The New Cold and Heat Champions

Batteries are everywhere, from phones to electric cars. Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are a type of battery that has been getting a lot of attention lately. The problem is, most batteries struggle in extreme temperatures. They either freeze up in the cold or overheat in the heat. This is a big issue f

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

Heat Up: The Battle of Laser Tech in Medical Procedures

Lasers have become a big deal in medical treatments. Two types stand out: Ho: YAG and thulium fiber lasers. These tools are used to break down kidney stones. They are powerful and can cause heat. This heat can be a problem. It can damage tissues. So, scientists are always looking for ways to make th

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May 15 2025WEATHER

Summer Heatwave Hits the Capital Region

The Capital Region is experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures soaring to the low 90s. This is the first time this year that such high temperatures have been recorded. The humidity is making it feel even hotter, so be prepared for a sweaty few days. The weather forecast for Thursday start

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May 15 2025SCIENCE

Fish Gut Changes: How Heat Affects Olive Flounder

The olive flounder is a popular fish in East Asia. It is farmed for food. But, the fish faces a big problem. The water where it lives is getting warmer. This is due to climate change. Warmer water can make the fish sick. It can also slow down the fish's growth. Plus, it can change the tiny living th

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May 15 2025SCIENCE

How Hot Water Affects Tiny Ocean Plants

The ocean's temperature is climbing, and that's changing how tiny plants in the sea grow and work. These plants, known as phytoplankton, are super important for the ocean's health and the planet's climate. One type of phytoplankton, Phaeodactylum tricornutum, has been studied to see how it handles d

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May 15 2025SCIENCE

Kelp's Hot Flash: How Heat Waves Affect Our Ocean's Gardeners

The ocean is heating up, and that's bad news for many sea creatures. Two types of kelp, Saccharina latissima and Laminaria digitata, live in the Northeast Atlantic. Scientists wanted to see how these kelps handle short bursts of high temperatures. They tested how the kelps grew, made food, and staye

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May 14 2025WEATHER

May's Heatwave: What to Expect in the Coming Days

The weather is playing tricks this May. It's not supposed to be this hot. The temperature will soar to the upper 90s on Wednesday. Some spots might even hit 100 degrees. This is unusual for mid-May. The record high for this area on a Wednesday is 95 degrees. It looks like we will easily beat that.

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