In the heart of northern Ghana, farmers are getting a helping hand from a new tool called the DROP app. This isn't your average weather app; it's designed specifically for small-scale farmers who rely on rain for their crops. The app offers two types of rainfall forecasts: one based on scientific da
Novichoks are a group of nerve agents that have been developed to be extremely toxic. They are part of a new generation of chemical weapons, which are a big concern for both military and civilian safety. These agents are particularly dangerous because they can be hard to detect and clean up. They ca
In a surprising turn of events, a judge in Maryland has decided that Adnan Syed will remain a free man. This decision comes despite his conviction for the 1999 murder of his ex-girlfriend, Hae Min Lee. The judge, Jennifer Schiffer, granted Syed a sentence reduction to time served. This means Syed, w
YouTube, the world's biggest video platform, once tried to compete with streaming giants like Netflix by creating its own original shows. This wasn't the first time YouTube had dipped its toes into original content. They had previously tried to fund original content with the YouTube Original Chann
Imagine a world where weather warnings are no longer reliable. That's a real possibility if funding cuts continue to hit the National Weather Service (NWS). The NWS, part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has recently seen significant job losses. Hundreds of employees we
Ever wondered what goes on in the minds of those who commit serious crimes? A recent study dug deep into the lives of people sentenced to life in prison for murder. It looked at how their ability to make decisions and understand emotions played a role in their actions. These two skills are crucia
Imagine this: You're feeling under the weather with a sore throat or an earache. Instead of waiting for days to see a doctor, you pop into your local pharmacy. This is the idea behind Pharmacy First (PF), a service that has been rolled out in England. This service is part of a bigger plan to make he
Sylvester Turner, a name synonymous with public service and leadership in Houston, has passed away at 70. The news came as a shock to many, announced by the current mayor, John Whitmire, at the start of a City Council meeting. Turner, who had been in Washington, D. C. , was rushed to the hospital on
Samsung has finally announced the release date for its Android 15 update, One UI 7. This update has been a long time coming, with many delays causing frustration among users. The wait has been especially tough for those who rely on Samsung's devices for their daily tasks. The update was initially ex
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) across the United States are facing a big challenge. They are trying to figure out how to use buprenorphine, a powerful drug to treat opioid addiction, before patients even reach the hospital. This approach, known as prehospital buprenorphine administration, is sprea
