The heart is a powerful muscle that pumps blood throughout the body. To keep it in top shape, it's important to maintain healthy arteries. When arteries become stiff, it can lead to serious health issues. But there are ways to keep them flexible and your heart happy. First, let's talk about daily h
In Winnipeg, a storm is brewing among Canadian football enthusiasts. They are not happy with the Canadian Football League's (CFL) recent announcement of rule changes set to take effect in 2026 and 2027. The changes include shortening the field and moving the goalposts, which many see as a step towar
Staten Island is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. Rain is expected to arrive Saturday evening, with temperatures climbing into the 50s. But don't get too comfortable, because a cold front is on its way, bringing strong winds that will stick around through Sunday. The rain is forecasted to s
Indigenous communities from across South America made a powerful statement at the recent climate talks in Belém, Brazil. This was not just another meeting for them. It was a chance to show the world that they are key players in the fight against climate change. They came from all corners of the con
A new face is now leading the Georgia election interference case against former President Donald Trump and others. Pete Skandalakis, head of the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia, has taken over after Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was disqualified. Willis was removed due to a r
Walmart is saying goodbye to its long-time CEO, Doug McMillon, who will retire early next year. The company has chosen John Furner, currently heading Walmart's U. S. operations, to take the reins starting February 1st. This news came as a surprise, causing a brief dip in Walmart's stock prices befor
Isoflurane is a common gas used in surgeries to make patients unconscious and numb to pain. It works by targeting certain channels in nerve cells, but how it affects specific pain-sensing nerves is not fully understood. Researchers studied how isoflurane impacts tetrodotoxin-resistant sodium channel
Aging is not just about wearing out like an old machine. It's more like a computer losing its software, not the hardware. Dr. David Sinclair, a Harvard geneticist, says that as we get older, the instructions that tell our cells what to do get mixed up. This is called the "information theory of aging
Golf courses are changing. They are getting longer. This is because of new technology. The Old Course at St. Andrews is being renovated. Augusta National has also been extended. These changes are not new. Many courses are not played as they were designed. Long par fives are now reachable in two shot
The weather is taking a turn for the better. A high-pressure system is sticking around, so rain is not in the forecast for the next few days. It started off chilly, but the afternoon is shaping up to be quite nice. Temperatures are expected to hit around 70 degrees with plenty of sunshine. So, if y
