The weather is taking a turn for the extreme. The heat is intense, and storms are on the way. A weather alert is in place due to the dangerous heat and humidity. The heat index is expected to soar above 108 degrees, making it feel even hotter. This kind of heat can lead to heat-related illnesses qui
Boston just experienced a sudden and intense heat wave, with temperatures soaring above 100 degrees, breaking a record from 2013. This wasn't just a local thing; other parts of New England felt the heat too. But don't worry, this hot spell won't last long. By Thursday, temperatures will drop to the
The Midwest is facing a serious heat crisis. People are flocking to water spots to cool down, but this comes with risks. Drownings have been reported at lakes and rivers. In Chicago, the fire department got 90 calls over the weekend alone. Authorities are warning everyone to be careful around water.
In a wildlife park in southwest England, two bears named Mish and Lucy decided to take a little adventure. They managed to sneak out of their enclosure through an open back door. Staff were busy working with vehicles, so they didn't notice the bears wandering around in the staff areas. With their a
Glioblastoma, a tough brain cancer, has been a hard nut to crack for doctors. They've tried a treatment called checkpoint inhibitor therapy (CPI). It has worked wonders for other cancers. But for glioblastoma, it's not been as effective. Why is that? Scientists are digging deep to find out. They're
Southeast Michigan is dealing with a mix of extreme heat and severe thunderstorms. The National Weather Service has issued alerts for several counties, warning of strong winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. The region is under a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms, especially on Tuesday af
The weather in Metro Detroit is being quite unpredictable these days. It's not just about the heat; there's also a lot of moisture in the air, making it feel sticky and uncomfortable. This trend isn't going away anytime soon. Storms have been popping up randomly, bringing with them strong winds and
The Earth's surface is always changing. Both living things and non-living processes shape it. Recently, scientists have realized that these two forces interact more than we thought. One interesting process is biogenic weathering. This is when plants and fungi team up to break down rocks. They do thi
Hormone therapy is a big deal for many transgender women. It helps them feel more like themselves. But what's the right amount of estradiol to take? Guidelines say 100-200 pg/mL. But does this range really work? A recent study looked at this question. It checked if the recommended estradiol levels
Weather isn't just an Earth thing. Other planets have it too, and it's not always as extreme as we think. Sure, there are places with acid rain and methane snow, but many planets have weather that's surprisingly similar to ours. Take Mars, for example. It's got winds, clouds, and even seasons. Its
