This week, Mississippi is in for a wet surprise. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to roll in early, bringing a real risk of flash flooding. The southwest part of the state, including Jackson, is under the highest alert with a Level 2 warning. That means 3 to 5 inches of rain could fall quic
A shift is happening far below the ocean’s surface near the equator. Warm currents are moving eastward, bulging sea levels and hinting at the early stages of a powerful El Niño event. This isn’t just another weather pattern—it could be a game-changer for global temperatures and storm tracks. Unlike
A few days before one of the most powerful solar explosions of 2024, the sun showed quiet hints of what was coming. Researchers studying the star’s activity noticed shifts in its outer layer hours before the massive burst of energy erupted. These changes weren’t expected to be so clear, surprising e
New forms of artificial molecules keep appearing in chemistry labs. These molecules often resemble tiny 3D puzzles made of metal and oxygen atoms, combined with organic parts. Scientists call them chiral polyoxometalates, or cPOMs for short. They stand out because they have a mirrored shape at the a
Music often starts as something simple—catchy tunes about everyday life. But sometimes, artists decide to go deeper. That’s what happens with the latest album from a singer who once wrote about crushes and lazy afternoons. Instead of sticking to familiar topics, she’s now asking questions that don’t
A bright orange neon sign outside SITE Santa Fe declares in all caps: “EVERY AMERICAN FLAG IS A WARNING SIGN. ” The message, taken from a poem by Diné artist Demian DinéYazhi’, greets visitors before they even step inside. The sign is part of an exhibition that traces how Native performance art has
The United States’ biggest political building was set to host a UFC fight card, but bad weather pushed the start back by about 45 minutes. The event, called UFC Freedom 250, was scheduled for 8 p. m. ET on a Sunday evening. A chain of thunderstorms rolling in from West Virginia forced organize
A house on Urbano Lane caught fire last Sunday night, and the local fire department rushed to the scene with help from nearby crews. The blaze was fought while heavy rain and lightning still struck the area, making conditions tough for both firefighters and drivers. The team asked anyone driving
A weather warning has been issued for Wednesday, as a low‑pressure system moves over the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes. The shift will push winds southward into Mid‑Missouri, setting the stage for possible severe storms. Late Tuesday night, a cluster of storms could form near the cold front and t
A powerful storm swept through the Chicago region, sparking at least 17 tornadoes across Illinois and Indiana. The National Weather Service confirmed the latest twisters on Sunday, adding six new storms to those already documented from Thursday’s intense weather front. One of the newer tornadoes str
