Sinonasal inverted papilloma, or SNIP, is a growth in the nose and sinuses. It's not cancer, but it can come back after treatment. Worse, it can turn into cancer. Doctors are trying to figure out why this happens. One clue might be dysplasia. This is when cells look abnormal under a microscope. The more abnormal they look, the higher the grade of dysplasia. But what...
In a rare and unfortunate event, a person in Washington state has passed away after contracting the H5N5 strain of avian influenza. This is believed to be the first confirmed human case of this particular virus. The individual, who lived in Grays Harbor County, was an older adult with pre-existing health conditions. Health officials have chosen not to disclose the p...
World leaders are scratching their heads over a new US peace plan for Ukraine. They say it leans too much toward Russia and needs a serious tweak. The plan was a surprise to many, especially since it was put together without much input from Ukraine or its European allies. The main worry? The plan suggests Ukraine give up some land, stop aiming for NATO membership, a...
A strange object named 3I/ATLAS has been making waves in the astronomy world. Recent images captured by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter show a fuzzy white ball zooming past Mars. This object is special because it's from another star system, not our own. The images were taken from about 19 million miles away. They show a cloud of dust and ice around the object, wh...
Ornella Vanoni, a name synonymous with Italian music, has left the stage forever. She was 91. Her voice, a staple in Italian households for over 70 years, has finally fallen silent. Vanoni's music, a blend of jazz, pop, and her unique style, touched millions. She sold over 55 million albums, earning her the title \"The Lady of Italian Song. \" Born in Milan in 1937,...
In a shocking turn of events, Nigeria is grappling with a surge in school abductions, with the latest attack targeting a Catholic institution in the Niger state. Over 300 students and 12 teachers were taken from St. Mary's School in the remote Papiri community. This number was revised after a thorough verification process, revealing that 88 more students were capture...
Robert Plant recently took the stage for a special performance at NPR's Tiny Desk concert series. This wasn't just any show; it was a small, cozy gathering where Plant and his band played a mix of old and new tunes. The setlist included a Led Zeppelin classic, some covers, and a few folk songs. Fans got to see Plant in a different light, playing with a smaller band a...
American senators expressed strong disapproval of a recent U. S. peace proposal for Ukraine during an international security conference. The plan, which was developed without Ukraine's input, has been criticized for giving in to many of Russia's demands, including territorial concessions that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has repeatedly refused. Senator An...
The U. S. could be in for a chillier and snowier winter. Why? The polar vortex is acting up. This big ring of winds up in the atmosphere usually keeps the cold air locked up near the North Pole. But when it gets weak or disturbed, that cold air can spill out and head south. There are two polar vortices. One is in the troposphere, which affects winter weather every y...
World leaders from the G20 met in Johannesburg, South Africa, for a significant summit, even though the U. S. chose not to attend. This gathering was unique because a declaration was adopted right at the beginning, which is not the usual way things are done. Typically, these declarations happen at the end of the summit. The U. S. had some issues with South Africa and...