Russia's main space launch site is in a bit of trouble. A recent rocket launch caused some serious damage. The rocket itself went up fine. It carried three astronauts to the International Space Station. But the launchpad took a beating. The problem started with the rocket's exhaust. It pushed a ser
The world of cryptocurrency took a tumble recently. Bitcoin, the most popular digital currency, dropped below $85, 000 for a short time. This isn't just a small dip. It's part of a bigger trend that's been going on for almost two months. Other tech companies also saw their values drop, which might b
Every business faces risks, but not all risks are equal. Some problems can hurt a company's money, while others might damage its reputation or slow things down. Smart businesses focus on the biggest threats first, not just any problem that comes along. Special software helps companies figure out wh
Waukegan faced a snowy challenge this holiday season, but the city's spirit remained undeterred. With a forecast of up to 12 inches of snow, officials had to adapt the annual Christmas tree lighting event, known as Jingle on Genesee. The plan included a tree lighting, a market, a hot chocolate walk,
Pennsylvania is bracing for a snowy Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service in State College has issued warnings. Several counties in central Pennsylvania are under a Winter Weather Advisory. These counties include Adams, Blair, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lanca
Non-lethal weapons are meant to control people without killing them. But sometimes, they can still hurt or even kill if used too close. So, a new kind of projectile was made. It's called a frangible projectile. It's small, about 18. 4 mm, and it's made of a special plastic called PMMA. Inside, it ha
Russia's only way to send astronauts and supplies to the International Space Station (ISS) has hit a bump. A key structure at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan took a tumble right after a recent launch. This leaves Russia in a bit of a pickle, as they can't send anything up to the ISS until it's
The New England Patriots are set to face the New York Giants, a team that, on paper, seems less formidable. With a 10-2 record, the Patriots are in a strong position, while the Giants are struggling at 2-10 and out of playoff contention. However, the Giants have shown they can compete, especially on
In late 2025, a JetBlue flight from Cancun to Newark faced a sudden drop in altitude, causing injuries and a diversion to Florida. This incident, seemingly minor at first, led to a massive grounding of over 6, 000 aircraft just a month later. The culprit? Cosmic rays, according to Airbus. These tin
Science is more than just numbers. Yet, many people judge the value of scientific work by a single figure: the impact factor. This number rates journals, but it doesn't tell the whole story. It's like judging a book by its cover. It's time to think critically about what really matters in science. A
