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Jan 18 2025WEATHER

Bundling Up Just Got Serious: What to Expect This Weekend

Hey there, let's talk about the upcoming weather. It's going to be a real chiller out there this weekend. We're looking at some serious cold temperatures that won't be budging any time soon. terday and today, we're experiencing some heavy snowfall, which could lead to blizzard-like conditions, makin

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Jan 18 2025WEATHER

Frosty Weekend Ahead: Arctic Cold Sweeps Across U. S.

Get ready for a frigid weekend, folks! An Arctic air mass is rolling in and temperatures are set to drop by up to 40 degrees across many parts of the United States. This isn't just a little chill; we're talking about highs in the negative single digits in the northern Plains and single digits in the

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Jan 18 2025HEALTH

Tumors' Shield: How Collagen Boosts Blood Vessel Growth

Researchers have discovered that collagen, a protein found in tumors, plays a major role in helping cancer cells grow new blood vessels. This finding is important because it could change how we treat certain types of cancer. In the past, scientists grouped solid tumors based on how much collagen an

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Jan 18 2025SCIENCE

Copper: A Cellular Jekyll and Hyde

Copper, a vital trace element in our bodies, plays a key role in energy production and cell repairs. But when copper levels aren't balanced, it can wreak havoc. It triggers oxidative stress and disrupts the energy factories in our cells, leading to severe damage and even cell death. Scientists recen

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Jan 18 2025HEALTH

Teens Talk: What Drives Them to Weight Loss Surgery?

Have you ever wondered why some teens choose weight loss surgery? Well, the number of severely overweight teens has been on the rise, making surgery a common solution. This study took a closer look at what makes teens decide to go for metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) and what kind of support th

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Jan 18 2025SCIENCE

Snakes' Temperature Preferences: A Tale of Two Habitats

Ever wondered how snakes deal with different temperatures in their habitats? Let's dive into the world of the Mexican Garter Snake, or Thamnophis eques. These slithery creatures live in both forests and grasslands, and their body temperature (Tb) can vary quite a bit. Scientists studied these snake

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Jan 18 2025WEATHER

Poconos Braces for Big Snow: Up to 10 Inches Expected

Get ready, Poconos! A winter storm is on its way, and it could dump up to 10 inches of snow on your doorstep. The National Weather Service issued a winter storm watch for Sunday, affecting Carbon and Monroe counties the most. These areas might see between 6 to 10 inches of snow. Over in Pike and Way

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Jan 18 2025WEATHER

Snow and Cold on the Way: Get Ready!

Need to get ready for some snow and chilly temps this weekend? Let's break it down. On Friday, we'll start with some cloudy skies and mild temps in the mid-40s. As the day goes on, watch out for some snow showers sneaking in by evening. Expect a bit of snow, maybe 2 to 4 inches, with areas along the

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

Brain Cancer: A New Smart Robot Treatment

Brain tumors, especially a type called glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), are tough to beat. Current treatments like surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy only give patients about 15 months to live on average. Scientists are now testing a new approach using tiny robots called nanorobots to fight GBM. The

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Brrr! Trump’s Inauguration Moves Inside, Avoiding Freeze

Guess who’s not taking the chilly weather lightly? Donald Trump has announced that his inauguration will be held indoors at the United States Capitol Rotunda due to bone-chilling temperatures expected in Washington D. C. Trump feels that it’s safer to keep everyone warm and cozy inside, just like Ro

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