Mark Zuckerberg's decision to end fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram in the US has fact-checking journalists worried. Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been funding fact-checking organizations for years. These groups check the accuracy of posts and can reduce the reach of fal
Imagine you've had a heart attack. Your body springs into action to fix the damage. One of the key players in this healing process are cells called fibroblasts. These little helpers repair heart tissue. But how can we keep tabs on them? That's where a new tool comes in. Scientists have created a spe
After four years as a Cornhusker, Lexi Rodriguez is ready to tackle a new chapter in her volleyball career. She's moving to Omaha to play for LOVB Omaha in the inaugural season of League One Volleyball. This isn't just a new team; it’s a new life. She’ll be upgrading her cooking skills, too. Lexi’s
Meghan Markle's new Netflix lifestyle show has sparked mixed reactions. While some fans are excited, others are seeing similarities between her show and one hosted by Emma, Marchioness of Bath. Who is Emma, and what are the supposed similarities? Let's dive in. Emma, Marchioness of Bath, born as Em
Have you ever wondered how a tax on sugary drinks could influence kids' choices? Well, down in South Africa, researchers took a close look at this very topic. Over four years, they observed how a tax on sweet beverages, known as the health promotion levy, was changing kids' drinking habits. They did
Welcome to 2025, where last year's weather was as unpredictable as a rollercoaster ride. Coeur d’Alene saw six high temperature records shattered in 2024, with March being particularly toasty. The thermometer hit a record 71 degrees on March 16, followed by two more record-breaking days. But wait, t
The Federal Reserve's top banking regulator, Michael Barr, is leaving his supervisory role next month. This move comes amid speculation that President-elect Donald Trump wants a more bank-friendly candidate. Barr will stay on as a Fed governor until 2026, but his resignation as the vice chair for su
In 2022, about 2. 9 million American adults successfully quit smoking for at least six months. These individuals were mostly men, non-Hispanic whites, under 55 years old, college-educated, and did not suffer from depression. They also tended to drink alcohol. Nicotine products were the go-to method
Imagine having the freedom to work from anywhere you like. That's exactly what some people and businesses are exploring due to the changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. This new way of working isn't perfect and doesn't work for everyone, but it sure has its perks. The Working from Anywhere
The holiday season saw a rise in truckload carriers turning down shippers' requests. This is shown by the Outbound Tender Reject Index (OTRI) hitting over 10% for the first time since April 2022. Spot rates also jumped nearly 10% compared to 2023. While this is a sign that trucking capacity is tight
