Plastic pollution is a big problem in our oceans. Tiny plastic pieces, called microplastics, are everywhere. But how do they affect sea life? A recent study looked at how these microplastics impact young shrimp. The focus was on polyethylene microplastics, which are tiny plastic spheres. The study
General Motors (GM) recently let go of over 200 salaried employees, mainly from its Technical Center in Warren. This move came just days after the company raised its profit expectations for the year, which led to a significant boost in its stock prices. The company stated that these job cuts were du
Isabelle Tate, a young actor from the show 9-1-1: Nashville, sadly passed away at the age of 23. The cause of her death was a rare condition called Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, or CMT for short. This disease affects the nerves in the arms and legs, making it hard to move and feel things properly. It
In the heart of the Caribbean, Tropical Storm Melissa is causing quite a stir. This isn't your typical fast-moving storm; it's taking its time, sitting nearly stationary and dumping heavy rain over the same areas for days. Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic are bracing for impact, with forec
A painting by the famous artist Pablo Picasso recently sold for a huge amount of money. The painting, called "Bust of a Woman with a Flowered Hat (Dora Maar) 1943, " went for 27 million euros, which is about $31. 49 million. This sale happened at an auction in Paris. The painting had been kept priv
Crypto has always been a bit of a wild card, and its recent journey in the U. S. is no exception. It started as a way to bypass traditional banks and governments, but now it's become a tool for the wealthy to gain even more power. The Trump administration has been a big part of this shift, with cryp
Ever wondered what happens to your lower back when it gets hurt? Researchers took a closer look at how the lower spine behaves when it's pushed to its limits. They used 40 samples from human donors to see how the spine reacts to bending and pressure until it gets injured. The spine's behavior was no
The U. S. government shutdown is causing big problems for the military. Over 11, 000 U. S. soldiers in Germany might not get paid. Germany is stepping in to help. They will cover the paychecks of these troops. This is a big deal because Germany has the most U. S. troops of any European country. Ther
The Peoria Rivermen are not just scoring goals on the ice; they're also making a difference in the community. Teaming up with PNC Bank, they've launched a new initiative called "Goals for Great. " Here's how it works: every time the Rivermen score a goal at home during the 2025-26 season, PNC Bank w
The U. S. is looking at a new way to send help to Gaza. This plan might replace the old system, which had some problems. The idea is to set up several aid centers along a line where Israeli forces have pulled back. These centers would help people on both sides of the line. The plan also includes pl
