A measles alert has been issued in North Carolina after a person with the disease visited public places. Health officials are urging people who were at Constantine's Restaurant in Gastonia after 8:30 p. m. on Dec. 26, 2025, to stay alert for measles symptoms until Jan. 16, 2026. The same individual
Billy Joel, the legendary piano man, made a sudden return to the stage. This happened in Florida, where he owns some property. It was a special event celebrating the 30th anniversary of a local village. A cover band, Turnstiles, was performing there. They play songs by Billy Joel. Imagine everyone's
Prisons are tough places. People inside often turn to new drugs, called NPS, for different reasons. These drugs are not just about getting high. They help prisoners deal with their tough surroundings and emotions. But why do they use these drugs? That's what a study in Poland tried to figure out. L
POGZ, a protein linked to autism, plays a big role in brain development. It teams up with a group called PRC1. 6 to control how brain cells grow and specialize. Without POGZ, important brain genes don't turn on. This messes up signals that tell cells to become neurons. POGZ isn't just a lone wolf.
New York is dealing with a tough flu season, with a lot of people getting very sick. In just one week, over 4, 500 people were hospitalized with the flu. That's a big jump from the week before, where around 3, 600 people were hospitalized. This is the highest number of flu hospitalizations in a sing
Southern Oregon is bracing for strong winds this weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Saturday and Sunday. Expect south winds blowing 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph. In higher areas, gusts could even reach 65 mph. These winds can be dangerous. They can knock o
A man who played a big role in one of the biggest crypto heists is out of prison early. Ilya Lichtenstein, a Russian-American, was part of the 2016 Bitfinex hack. He and his wife, Heather Morgan, were caught in 2022. Lichtenstein was sentenced to five years but got out early thanks to a law passed b
Miami Hurricanes triumphed over Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl, securing a 24-14 win. The game showcased Miami's dominance, especially in the second quarter. The Hurricanes' defense made a huge impact, scoring a touchdown on a 72-yard interception return. Miami's offense wasn't flashy, but they made
Science has a new trick up its sleeve. It's called temperature-responsive liquid chromatography (TRLC). This isn't just any regular chromatography. It's special because it can change how it works just by changing the temperature. This is all thanks to smart polymers like PNIPAAm. These polymers are
Winter can be tough on our moods. Many people feel down when days get shorter. This is called seasonal affective disorder or SAD. It's not just about feeling a bit blue. It can make people feel very tired and not want to be around others. One way to fight SAD is by using light. Our bodies need ligh
