In the world of engineering, Mehdi Mehrabi, Ph. D. , P. E. , has just taken on a big new role. He's now the manager of the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) division at McCarthy Engineering Associates Inc. Mehrabi isn't new to the game. He's been a senior mechanical engineer there for a whi
The Baltimore Ravens have landed themselves in a bit of a pickle. They messed up Lamar Jackson's injury report, and it's causing quite a stir. Other teams are taking notice and might need to review their own procedures. The rules are pretty straightforward. Teams have to know them, understand them,
Farm waste is a big deal. It can pollute the environment and harm soil health. But what if we could turn it into something useful? Scientists are looking into ways to make composting better, especially when dealing with waste that has heavy metals in it. One way to do this is by using microbes. The
In China, healthcare is getting better, but there's a big issue that's often overlooked: how doctors and nurses deal with grief after a patient dies. A recent study tried to understand this better. They talked to 20 healthcare workers and observed them to see how they cope with loss. The study foun
NBA players are still processing the news that two of their own, Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier, were caught up in a gambling scandal. Anfernee Simons, a Celtics guard, admitted he was stunned to hear about his former coach Billups' arrest. Simons and Billups had a close relationship, even after
The NBA is facing a serious problem. It's not just about one player or one team. It's about trust. The league is under fire after several big names were arrested for illegal gambling. The FBI and Department of Justice are involved. They say these arrests are just the beginning. More names might come
Europe's farmers are having a better time planting winter grains this year. The weather has been kinder than in the past two years. This could mean more stable grain areas, even though prices are low. The early part of October was dry. This let farmers plant a lot before the wetter weather came. Th
A big problem is brewing between Mexico and the US. It's all about cattle and a nasty pest called the screwworm. This worm eats flesh and can kill animals. It's been spreading from Central America into Mexico. Now, it's causing tension between the two countries. Mexico's agriculture minister is hea
Pregnancy and infant loss is a tough topic, but it's important to talk about it. Health professionals are working hard to spread awareness about this issue. They want everyone to understand that this kind of loss can happen in different ways. For example, a miscarriage usually happens early in the
The recent NBA gambling scandal has revealed a dark side of private gambling. It's not just about the game; it's about the people involved and the technology they use. The FBI has been busy, linking organized crime to professional basketball. This isn't a one-person show; it's a network of illegal b
