Winter is painting a white canvas over the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with more than four inches of snow, sleet, and rain already reported in some parts. The National Weather Service expects the chilly conditions to stick around through Thursday evening and overnight into Friday. Hunter Reeves, a meteo
Get ready for a cold one, folks! The forecast is calling for some chilly weather, with wind chills starting as low as single digits in the morning and only climbing to the teens by afternoon. Don't expect much sun today as clouds roll in, setting the stage for evening snow showers. If you're commuti
Ever wondered how to keep epithelial cells growing for a long time? Scientists found that a protein called Invasin, produced by a type of bacteria called Yersinia, can help. This protein works by activating something called integrin, which helps cells stick together and grow. When integrated into a
Imagine being told you have a type of skin cancer in your head or neck area that can't be removed by surgery. This is a tricky situation, especially if you're older or have other health issues. Doctors often turn to radiation therapy to control the cancer locally at the site. A recent study looked i
The topic of asking anesthetized patients for consent before performing sensitive exams, like pelvic or rectal ones, has been gaining attention. But what do future doctors think about this? A recent conversation with Canadian medical students revealed some interesting viewpoints. Some students beli
Meet the harlequin ladybird, a global pest controller with a hidden talent. This beetle, originally from East Asia, has become an invasive species in Europe and North America. Scientists found that when harlequin ladybirds eat the eggs of seven-spotted ladybirds, they stay healthy. But the seven-spo
Pulmonary sarcomatoid carcinoma (PSC) is an unusual kind of lung cancer that quickly spreads and invades tissues. Typically, it's found at later stages, making surgery challenging. There's no clear best treatment for advanced PSC. Researchers looked at how well chemotherapy and immunotherapy-based t
At CES 2025, I was blown away by the coolest gadgets, like wearables and AI advancements. But nothing compared to Jennie, the robot puppy from Tombot. Her adorable wagging tail and furry face caught my attention. As a nurse, I've seen pets change lives, especially for folks with dementia and other c
Bong Joon-ho's new sci-fi movie, "Mickey 17, " will hit South Korean screens on February 28. This is a week before its global release. The movie is based on Edward Ashton's 2022 novel "Mickey7. " Robert Pattinson stars as Mickey Barnes, an "expendable" employee on dangerous missions to colonize an i
Winter weather often disrupts daily routines, and for students in Kansas City, that means swapping school buses for laptops. Schools in Independence and Shawnee Mission are closing their doors today, while Liberty and North Kansas City schools are shifting to online classes. This change is all about
