Needles and Dealers: The Hub's Open Drug Scene Persists The Hub in the Bronx remains a hotspot for drug use, even after reports highlighted the issue. Addicts openly use opioids on the streets, with dealers freely peddling their wares. The scene is so normal that locals barely notice. Despite effor
For decades, healthcare workers have been facing violence in the workplace. But did you know that this issue also hits prehospital personnel hard? We're talking about doctors, nurses, and other healthcare pros who work outside of hospitals. In Denmark, a recent survey aimed to shed light on the exte
Early Tuesday, winter weather advisories covered at least 14 states in the U. S. , with the National Weather Service (NWS) predicting up to 18 inches of snow in some areas. These warnings are issued when freezing rain or snow exceeding two to four inches is expected to cause significant travel issue
This holiday season, travelers in New England might encounter a white Christmas in a way they hadn't planned. A snowstorm is predicted to hit, potentially covering some areas with up to 8 inches of snow. With the vast majority of travelers choosing to drive, the roads are expected to be particularly
The Green Bay Packers are set to face off against the New Orleans Saints on Monday night, and the stakes are high. A win for the Packers tonight will secure their spot in the NFC Wild Card playoffs. Though they're out of the running for the NFC North title, thanks to the Lions' win over the Bears, t
Blake Lively, known for her role in "Gossip Girl, " recently filed a complaint against her "It Ends With Us" co-star and director, Justin Baldoni. She alleges sexual harassment and retaliation, with support from the author of the book, Colleen Hoover, and several Hollywood A-listers. While not a law
Sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS) is a puzzling condition where people suddenly die for no clear reason, even after thorough examinations. Researchers explored how age and gender influence the chances of finding a cause behind these mysterious deaths. They used two methods: examining the perso
Have you ever considered the tiny iron particles hiding in your water? These microscopic invaders can harm our bodies and damage the pipes that transport water. Fortunately, scientists have found a clever way to capture these iron ions using two materials called polydopamine (PDA) and polymethyl met
Imagine playing cricket on the beach with your friends. The sun is shining, the sand is warm, and everything seems normal. That’s what Yusuf, now a motor rickshaw driver, was doing when a huge earthquake under the ocean caused a massive tsunami to strike the coast of India. It was December 26, 2004,
In 2023, Canada faced its most devastating wildfire season ever, with over 15 million hectares burned. This was more than double any previous record. The fires led to massive evacuations and terrible air quality all the way to the northeastern United States. Using climate models, scientists found th
