Vermont's winter sports season is heating up, and fans are getting a say in who gets the spotlight. From hockey to wrestling and basketball, athletes are making big moves and fans are voting for their favorites. This is the first time in the 2025-26 season that the public can vote for the top athlet
UNC basketball is making waves in the polls, but their performance is a mix of highs and lows. The team is currently ranked 13th in the latest coaches' poll, a jump from their previous 15th spot. This rise comes after a strong win against USC Upstate, where they secured an 18-point victory. However,
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is set to host a special event for the winter solstice. This event will take place at the Sunwheel on December 21. Two sessions are planned: one at sunrise and another at sunset. The goal is to help people understand the science behind the shortest day of the
Schools are trying hard to make students feel safe and happy. But new research shows that this might not be working for everyone. In fact, it could be making things worse for some kids. The study looked at over a million students in California. It found that students who are bullied because of who
The placenta is a remarkable organ that connects a mother and her baby during pregnancy. It has special cells called trophoblast cells. These cells form two distinct layers on the surface of tiny, tree-like structures called chorionic villi. One layer is the outer syncytiotrophoblast (STB), and the
Australia is dealing with a tragic event. A father and son opened fire at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach. Fifteen people died, and many more were hurt. The older man was shot by police. His son is in the hospital. The prime minister called this attack antisemitic and terrorist. He wants even
In a tragic turn of events, two soldiers from the Iowa National Guard lost their lives in Syria. These brave individuals were part of a larger group deployed to the Middle East. Their mission was to fight against ISIS and other terrorist groups. The soldiers were identified as Sgt. Edgar Brian Torre
Brace yourself! A deep freeze is hitting Central North Carolina. Temperatures are plummeting into the teens, and wind chills are making it feel even colder, dipping into single digits. The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory, so it's time to take this seriously. Wind is maki
Big crises, like natural disasters or mass shootings, are happening more often. This means hospitals and mental health teams need to be ready. They must have solid plans in place. These plans should include mental health support. It's not just about treating physical injuries. The mind needs care to
A rare guest from another star system is making a quick stop by Earth. This comet, named 3I/Atlas, is on a one-way trip through our solar system. It will be closest to our planet this week, but don't expect a close encounter. It's still very far away, about 167 million miles (269 million kilometers)
