The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a new alert. It's about something called "forever chemicals" found in sewage sludge used as fertilizer. These chemicals, known as PFAS, are used in things like nonstick pans and stain-resistant carpets. They don’t break down and can stick around i
At just 24, Pryce Yebesi has already made a big splash in the tech world. His first company, Utopia Labs, was snapped up by Coinbase. Now, he's back with a new venture called Open Ledger, which aims to modernize accounting software. Open Ledger embeds automated accounting tools into products that bu
Whooping cough is serious. Babies can get very sick and even die from it. So, why are there more cases of whooping cough lately? One big reason is that not enough people are getting the vaccine. Infants start getting it at two months old, then again at four months and six months. They get two more s
You know how energy and water are like best friends? They both help us live and grow. But sometimes, we use too much water to make energy. This is a problem in Northeast China, where old factories use lots of water. Scientists studied the "water footprint" of energy there. They found that while the
Governor Tim Walz, a Democrat, has been laying low since his unsuccessful vice presidential run. He's been trying to lift spirits, posing with a turkey for Thanksgiving, and even taking a quick break in the Bahamas. But now, he's facing a tough reality back home. Minnesota's legislative session is
When wildfires hit Los Angeles, many famous faces stepped up to help out their community. Stars like Beyoncé, Jennifer Garner, and Prince Harry & Meghan Markle are among those making contributions to relief efforts. The fires have caused major damage, with celebrities like Paris Hilton and Adam Brod
In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, a recent study shed light on the prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted infection that can cause genital warts and various cancers like cervical, anal, penile, and oropharyngeal. With over 10 million women at risk of HPV-related cervical canc
Draymond Green, the heart of the Golden State Warriors, won't be playing against the Toronto Raptors. He's dealing with a back injury and an illness. Coach Steve Kerr isn't too worried, though, as Green's back trouble isn't like the one he had a couple of years ago. Green is a key player, averaging
The National Weather Service in Los Angeles is alerting people in a unique way. They’ve posted a “Particularly Dangerous Situation” (PDS) warning for the region due to a high risk of wildfires. This warning, in bright pink letters, is meant to grab attention and prepare southern California residents
Cleaning wastewater usually means creating more waste, especially when it comes to antimony. This stuff is dangerous and can cause real harm to the environment. So, scientists came up with a new idea. They used light and a chemical called sulfite to turn antimony into something useful. This method i
