Did you know that certain metals can be supercharged at specific temperatures? One of these amazing metals is magnesium. By understanding how magnesium behaves, scientists can create batteries that work perfectly in both hot and cold weather. So, the next time you're in a chilly environment, your ph
Wisconsin's eleven-day gun deer hunting season kicked off with the weather being on the hunters' side this weekend. While Sunday might be a bit gray, temperatures will hover around the 40s, which is nice for this time of year. Winds also won't cause any trouble, staying calm and light. As the week
Listen up, travelers! This year's Thanksgiving might not be all about turkey and family gatherings. Forecasters are warning about some "yucky" weather that could interfere with your plans, especially if you're in the eastern part of the United States. Buckle up, because we might see some of the cold
Have you ever wondered how scientists keep mouse testes fresh for their studies? It turns out, the way they're stored makes a big difference. This research compared different methods of preserving mouse testes. They used two types of buffers, RNAlater® and Nucleic Acid Preservation-NAP-buffer, and s
Ever wondered how our bodies adapt to heat? A recent study explored this by tracking the changes in the amount of skin covered in sweat over seven days of heat acclimation. Nine adults, with both men and women, were put through a heat test every two days. They cycled for two hours in a hot, humid ro
St. Cloud residents woke up to some much-needed rain on Monday evening. The National Weather Service reported that the city broke a rainfall record with a total of 1. 13 inches at the St. Cloud Regional Airport by midnight. This wasn't the end of it, as more rain continued to fall after midnight. Th
Hey there! Do you know what's happening with our weather this week? A cold front is on its way, and it's bringing some changes! Today, we'll see showers in the afternoon and evening, keeping our temperatures around 70 degrees. Tomorrow, the front moves offshore, and that's when things get windy. We'
Hey there, weather watchers! If you're hoping for a dry week, Monday is your best bet. A few drops might fall here and there, but most places will stay dry. Expect temperatures to hover around their usual afternoon levels. On Tuesday, get ready for a change. A low-pressure system from the panhandle
Ever wondered how temperature and humidity can affect those tiny, but mighty, Spodoptera bugs? Let's dive into a study that looked at how these factors influence their life cycle, from laying eggs to becoming adults. Scientists put these bugs under different conditions: 20, 25, and 30 degrees Celsiu
Get ready, folks in Southern Minnesota! The cozy autumn weather is about to take a frosty turn. We're expecting a significant drop in temperature along with a storm system that will switch things from rain to snow later this week. Rain will start pouring in from the south on Monday afternoon and co
