The western United States is in the middle of a heat wave that could reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. A warning has been issued for California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington because the high temperatures could cause serious health problems. In Nevada, cities such as Fallon, Fernley and Lovelock
A volcanic blast on Thera about 4, 600 years ago pushed the Minoan Empire toward collapse and paved the way for the Mycenaeans to rise. The eruption threw ash into the sky, flooded nearby coasts with tsunamis, and shattered trade routes that had kept the Minoans powerful. Historians even link this e
Elite wrestlers undergo intense training that changes their hearts in ways scientists are just beginning to understand. Researchers examined how the heart’s shape and electrical signals shift after years of grappling, paying special attention to differences between men and women. The study looked
Nine months after the Jeju Air crash in Muan that killed 179 people, a new study turns attention to the mental health of the forensic investigators who worked on the scene. These workers spent weeks identifying bodies and collecting evidence in the wreckage. Experts have long warned that jobs like t
A few days before one of the most powerful solar explosions of 2024, the sun showed quiet hints of what was coming. Researchers studying the star’s activity noticed shifts in its outer layer hours before the massive burst of energy erupted. These changes weren’t expected to be so clear, surprising e
When big shocks happen, people don’t just react—they try to fit the event into their life story. After the Paris attacks in 2015, researchers noticed that some people kept thinking about what happened long after it was over. This isn’t just random overthinking; it’s a way to understand how the event
Traveling with gadgets? Think twice. Some countries don’t welcome certain tech the way others do. A satellite phone might seem like a smart backup for remote trips, but in places like Chad, they’re completely banned—no exceptions. Even Cuba restricts satellite tech, showing how some governments limi
Event trading platforms have grown rapidly in recent years, covering everything from sports to politics. But behind the scenes, a major challenge has emerged: figuring out how to fairly and accurately resolve bets when the time comes. A Silicon Valley-based protocol called Cournot has stepped in to
After a full makeover, an old hotel on Upper King Street in Charleston is getting ready to reopen. The building used to be known as Hyatt Place, but now it has a new name and a fresh start as The Lowline Hotel. Instead of just updating the rooms, the hotel added fun new spots for guests to enjoy. Th
Microhyla fissipes starts life as a tadpole swimming in water with a long tail for movement. When it transforms into an adult frog, its tail disappears and strong hind legs take over for jumping on land. Scientists wanted to understand how this tiny frog rebuilds its muscles during this big change.
