Michigan is about to experience some seriously chilly weather. We're talking single-digit highs and wind chills way below zero. Some folks are even talking about trees exploding. But is that really possible? Let's talk about frost cracks. These are long cracks that can go up and down a tree trunk.
A construction contractor in Pennsylvania got some good news recently. The state's Board of Finance and Revenue decided to give them a partial refund. This refund covers taxes paid from April 2022 to December 2024. The contractor had asked for a refund because they thought they were taxed unfairly o
A long-standing policy in Los Angeles, designed to address past segregation issues, is now facing legal scrutiny. The policy, in place since the 1970s, aims to support students in predominantly Hispanic, Black, or Asian schools by providing smaller class sizes and additional resources. Critics argu
In many parts of Sub-Saharan Africa, women have limited access to long-acting birth control methods. These methods, like IUDs and implants, are known to be effective and safe. They can help prevent unwanted pregnancies and reduce the number of women who die during childbirth. However, only a small p
The situation in Iran is getting tense. The country is dealing with big protests and a government that is struggling to keep control. This chaos could lead to serious problems, especially when it comes to Iran's nuclear material. Experts are worried that if things get out of hand, Iran might not be
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump celebrated his one-year return to the White House with a news conference that jumped from topic to topic. Instead of focusing on his achievements, he talked about mugshots, immigration raids, and even the Hells Angels. He also made some odd comments, like suggestin
A massive fraud scandal in Minnesota involved a nonprofit called Feeding Our Future. The person at the center of it all was Aimee Bock, a white woman who ran the organization. She was convicted of stealing millions of dollars meant to feed hungry kids during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bock claims she d
In the heart of New York, a new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, found himself in hot water. One of his housing officials had previously made some strong statements. She called homeownership a "weapon of white supremacy" and suggested making the white middle class poorer. Those who've worked with her say she'
Section V athletes are making waves, and it's time to decide who stood out the most from January 12-18. The vote is open until 8 p. m. Thursday, and the winner will be revealed on Instagram Friday morning. Anyone can nominate an athlete by sending an email, but only those who play on Section V boys
Scientists have created a new type of muscle cell from a special kind of tilapia. They named it ONM, short for Oreochromis niloticus muscle. These cells were grown using a technique called explant. The cells did well in a special growth environment. They thrived in an L-15 medium with 5% fetal bovin
