A six‑year‑old boy had a strange problem that started two years after he was treated for appendix inflammation. The child kept leaking foul‑smelling fluid from a spot on his right side of the body, and doctors were puzzled. Investigations showed that a small tunnel had formed between his appendix a
Fish and pasta work together like two old friends: one brings quick energy, the other brings savory depth, and together they turn a pantry check into a real dinner in under 30 minutes. Most recipes rely on the same short list of tricks—acid to cut richness, herbs to wake up flavor, and bright vegeta
South Korean company STAR’s Tech has invented a product called Starcrush that uses crushed starfish skeletons to help keep roads safer and less damaging. The tiny holes in the skeleton let it control how salt releases into water, cutting concrete damage by up to 90 percent and improving snow melt by
The next big splash in the world of bass fishing is set for Knoxville, Tennessee. From March 12 to 15, the city will host the Bassmaster Classic, a three‑day showdown that pulls top anglers from around the country. The prize money tops $300, 000 for the angler who nets the heaviest combined weight o
The sport of softball has been officially added to the 2029 International University Games program, a major event that follows only the Summer Olympics in size. The decision was announced after a meeting between leaders of the World Baseball Softball Confederation and the International University Sp
Scientists and activists have teamed up on a research voyage near the South Orkney Islands to study how huge krill fishing fleets affect feeding whales. The journey follows shocking footage from an Antarctic cruise that showed thousands of fin whales spouting while four massive trawlers dragged nets
The country’s finance minister has decided not to announce a new fiscal rule in this week’s budget. He plans to hold off until at least October before introducing a measure that would limit how much the government can borrow. The rule, known as a fiscal anchor, is intended to keep South Africa’s
The United States is stepping up its push for artificial intelligence and maritime monitoring tools at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings held in southern China. This move is part of a larger strategy to keep U. S. influence strong in the region as tensions with China grow. A senior U.
John Ross recently joined the board of education for Highland Local Schools, bringing a fresh outlook and a focus on solid leadership. He emphasizes the importance of listening to parents, teachers, and students while steering the district toward academic success. Ross wants the board to stay financ
Nanoplastics are tiny bits of plastic that are causing big problems in water environments. They often get weathered by the sun, making them even more harmful. Fish, which can usually heal their tails pretty well, are now struggling because of these aged nanoplastics. Scientists did an experiment wi
