In 2008, city leaders across the U. S. got a harsh lesson. They saw what a nuclear blast could do to their home. It was a wake-up call. But did they act? Not really. Now, years later, most cities still don't have a plan. That's a big problem. The Cold War ended, but the fear of nuclear attack didn'
Living close to a cannabis shop might be doing more harm than good to mental health. A recent study found that people living within a 10-minute drive of a cannabis retailer had higher rates of mental health issues. This includes depression, anxiety, and even psychosis. The study looked at Medicaid d
Phoenix is gearing up for a mild and comfortable Thanksgiving this year. The weather is expected to be a bit cooler than usual, which is a nice change from the typical warm desert climate. The high temperatures are likely to hover around the low 70s, which is just a tad below the average for this ti
A wildfire, now known as the Pack fire, erupted near Crowley Lake in Mono County on a Thursday afternoon. It quickly grew to a massive 1, 000 acres, putting homes in the McGee Trailer Park at risk. The fire started near McGee Creek Road, just west of Highway 395, around 12:30 p. m. , as reported by
Cuba is currently facing a significant health challenge with the spread of mosquito-borne viruses, including dengue and chikungunya. These illnesses have been affecting a large portion of the population, making it difficult for many to go about their daily lives. The situation has been worsening due
In the middle of the Amazon, a big meeting is happening. It's called COP30. Bill Gates, a well-known philanthropist, has something important to say. He thinks these climate meetings should focus more on helping people. Instead of just talking about cutting emissions or lowering temperatures. For ma
Contender, a massive great white shark, has been making waves along the Atlantic coast. This isn't just any shark; he's the largest male great white ever tagged in the Atlantic. After being tagged near the Florida-Georgia line in January, Contender has been on quite the adventure, swimming over 4, 3
In a federal courtroom in Alexandria, Virginia, a heated debate is unfolding. The focus? The legitimacy of the prosecutor who brought charges against two high-profile figures: former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Their legal teams are arguing that the prosecut
In a surprising turn of events, Oklahoma's governor made a big decision. He chose to change a death sentence to life in prison. This happened after a state panel suggested it. The man, Tremane Wood, was supposed to be executed. But now, he will spend the rest of his life behind bars. Wood has alway
In a small Oklahoma city, a night of chaos unfolded when a tanker truck leaked dangerous ammonia gas. The incident forced hundreds to evacuate and sent dozens to the hospital. The truck, parked behind a hotel, started releasing the gas late Wednesday night. Emergency workers in gas masks went door-t
