The central and eastern U. S. is in for a frosty December, thanks to a shifting polar vortex. This weather pattern is expected to bring three rounds of Arctic air, starting this week. The first wave is already hitting the Midwest, with temperatures dropping significantly. The cold snap will spread t
Radiation workers face unique challenges, especially when it comes to detecting internal contamination. External contamination can often mask internal issues, making it difficult to get accurate readings. A recent study introduced a new method to tackle this problem using a Quick Scan Whole Body Mon
In the world of medical research, figuring out how radiation spreads in the body is super important. Scientists use something called Monte Carlo simulations to do this. These simulations help them see exactly where radiation goes and how much dose is given. One of the most reliable tools for this is
In a quiet neighborhood in Kenner, just outside New Orleans, a tense standoff unfolded. Two workers, perched on a rooftop, found themselves cornered by U. S. Border Patrol agents. The scene was tense, with neighbors and activists watching in disbelief as the agents moved in. This was the beginning o
A recent study has uncovered a surprising benefit of the shingles vaccine. It might not just prevent shingles but also protect your brain. Researchers looked at data from Wales, where the shingles vaccine was introduced in 2013. They found that people who got the vaccine were less likely to develop
In the realm of radiation therapy, finding materials that mimic human tissue is a big deal. This is where Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and hydrogels come into play. Researchers have been looking into how these two can work together to measure radiation more accurately. The focus is on two specifi
In a significant turn of events, a man from Virginia was recently taken into custody by the FBI. This arrest is linked to the pipe bombs found near the Democratic and Republican national committees' headquarters in Washington, D. C. , just before the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots. The investigation
In a heartwarming turn of events, a 17-year-old girl decided to give her parents a night they never had. Bailee, stepdaughter of country singer Jelly Roll and his wife Bunnie Xo, organized a prom for them. Why? Because neither of them got to experience their own prom night. Bailee planned the entir
A fresh face is joining the team working on the White House ballroom. Shalom Baranes Associates, a well-known architecture firm based in Washington, D. C. , has been brought on board. This move comes as the project shifts into a new phase, requiring different expertise. The current architect, James
Latin American artists are making a big splash at Art Basel Miami 2025. They are using their art to share their culture in new and exciting ways. Renata Petersen, an artist from Mexico, is showing three different collections. One of them is made of tiles with religious symbols and messages. She got
