Being ignored or left out can really mess with your head. It's not just about feeling lonely or sad. It can make you feel unsure about everything, like you're standing on shaky ground. This is what researchers have been exploring in a series of experiments. They found that being ostracized, or excl
A massive storm is causing big problems for people trying to travel. Right now, 38 million people are dealing with winter weather alerts. These alerts stretch from the Northern Plains all the way to New England. By Sunday midday, over 3, 500 flights were delayed and more than 400 were canceled. This
Southeast Minnesota is facing a tough winter storm, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has taken action. They issued a no travel advisory for state and federal highways in the area. This means it's not safe to drive right now. The advisory covers 11 counties, including Dodge, Fil
New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. Freezing rain is already making things slippery in some areas, and it's not done yet. Ten counties are under winter weather alerts, with ice possibly piling up to one-tenth of an inch in spots like Warren and Morris counties. That's not just a nuisance;
Skeetawk, nestled in Hatcher Pass, is more than just a ski area; it's a community hub. The view from the top of the chairlift is stunning, but the real magic happens at the base, where smiles light up faces as people glide down the slopes. Megan Justus, the general manager, sees this as the core of
Kansas has a sports betting system that was designed to keep things fair and safe. But now, there are some companies that are trying to bypass the rules. These companies, like Kalshi and Polymarket, are using a loophole to offer sports betting without following Kansas laws. They don't pay into the p
The NFL's Week 17 brought a mix of exciting plays and heated debates. Charles Barkley, a well-known sports analyst, criticized the NFL for scheduling games on Christmas, a day traditionally reserved for basketball. He also expressed his surprise that the league hasn't expanded to San Antonio yet. I
In 2025, the U. S. saw a drop in violent crime overall. But not every city followed this trend. A recent study looked at crime data from January to September 2025. It compared these numbers to the same time in 2024. The study focused on four types of violent crime: homicide, rape, robbery, and aggra
Jackson's city council members are setting their sights on big changes for 2026. They're zeroing in on three main areas: keeping people safe, tackling neglected properties, and fixing up the city's roads and buildings. But each council member has their own take on what's most urgent, depending on th
A young innovator has created a compact powerhouse for 3D printers. This isn't just another small tweak. It's a whole new brain for these machines. The creator, a 17-year-old tech whiz, designed a control board called the Cheetah MX4 Mini. It's small, about the size of a drink coaster. But don't let
