Polio eradication has been a long, winding road. Back in 1988, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) set an ambitious goal. By 2000, they aimed to wipe out polio. They didn't quite make it, but progress was still impressive. By 2014, only three countries—Afghanistan, Nigeria, and Pakistan—w
The way water animals handle poisons changes with temperature. Scientists dug into this by looking at how different creatures and chemicals react. They used a special math formula to study how fast poisons enter and leave these animals' bodies. The results? Warmer water speeds up both processes. Th
North Texas is in for a change in weather. A cold front is expected to arrive on Tuesday. By late afternoon, temperatures will drop from a high of 72 degrees into the 60s. This front is not just about cooler temperatures. It brings strong winds too. A wind advisory is in place until Wednesday evenin
The U. S. government shutdown is dragging on, and it's not just about politics anymore. It's about real people facing real consequences. Millions are staring down the barrel of skyrocketing health insurance costs come November, thanks to expiring Affordable Care Act tax credits. This isn't just a nu
A federal judge in San Francisco recently made a big decision. She stopped the Trump administration from firing federal workers during the government shutdown. The judge said that the firings seemed unfair and might be politically driven. The judge, Susan Illston, issued an order that lasts until t
People are buzzing about psychedelics and ketamine as potential fixes for mental health struggles. Clinics are opening up left and right, but the whole scene is a bit of a mess. The big question is: what makes these treatments actually work? Different studies take different approaches. Some focus o
The Federal Reserve is gearing up to make a big decision. They're expected to lower interest rates soon, but everyone's focused on what this means for the economy. The government shutdown has made things murky, and the Fed is trying to figure out how to navigate this mess. Back in September, things
The government shutdown is now in its 28th day, making it the second-longest in history. Soon, about 42 million Americans will lose their food help. This is a big deal because these people really need this support to eat. America is known for taking care of its people. It's part of who we are. But
Gate is not just a crypto exchange anymore. It's becoming a full Web3 ecosystem. This shift is already happening. In the third quarter of 2025, Gate saw big growth. Its user base grew to over 42 million. Trading volumes also surged, especially in derivatives. Gate is introducing new products. These
Houston's streets saw an unusual sight on a recent Saturday night. A team of 40 federal officers, driven by a new data-focused strategy, took to the rain-soaked streets. Their mission? To find and arrest criminal aliens in high-crime areas. The operation was led by Larry Adams, Acting Deputy Direct
