West Nile Virus, or WNV, has been around since the 1930s when it was first found in Uganda. This virus is now a big global health problem, spreading to new places, especially in Europe and North America. Changes in the climate, like milder winters and longer summers, make it easier for the mosquitoe
A winter weather warning has been issued for multiple counties in Western New York (WNY). Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, and Wyoming counties due to the onset of lake effect snow. This type of snowfall typically affects commu
Imagine a world in the future – deserts stretch for miles, and strange beasts roam. This is the setting for Kanye West's latest music video, "Bomb, " featuring none other than his daughters, North and Chicago. The video is packed with Mad Max-esque vehicles and quirky monsters. While some fans found
In an unexpected turn of events, Boise State's women's volleyball team has pulled out of their Mountain West Conference Championship match against San Jose State. The sudden withdrawal follows rumors about a transgender player on the San Jose State team. These rumors, though unsubstantiated, led to
Get ready, Midwesterners! Weather forecasts are predicting a mix of rain and snow just in time for Thanksgiving. According to meteorologists, nearly 80 million Americans are planning to travel, and a good chunk of them could face some weather-related hurdles. The main event is expected to s
Fluralaner, a popular treatment for chickens, is proving to be an effective way to combat the southern house mosquito, scientifically known as Culex quinquefasciatus. This is important because these mosquitoes carry diseases like the West Nile virus, which can be harmful to humans. Scientists tested
Get ready for a weather mix-up as we dive into one of the busiest travel weeks of the year! Today, New England is basking in sunshine and seasonable temperatures, but keep an eye out for some cloudy spots and scattered snow showers in the higher elevations. The real kicker? A strong northwest wind t
You might not think ozone, which is usually talked about in the context of Earth's protective layer, would affect rainfall and wildfires. But scientists have found a surprising connection in West Siberia. Over the past few decades, changes in summer rainfall have greatly influenced wildfire activity
Last week, Ukraine fired British-made Storm Shadow missiles at Russia, drawing a furious response from Vladimir Putin. Russia retaliated by firing a ballistic missile at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro and threatening to attack countries that supply Kyiv with long-range weapons, like the UK and US. Thi
Western flower thrips (WFT) are tiny pests that love to chomp on various plants, including roses and kidney beans. Scientists wanted to know how the food they eat affects the bacteria living in their guts. They collected adult WFT guts and analyzed the DNA of these gut bacteria. Turns out, the thrip
