SO

Mar 20 2026HEALTH

New ECG AI Tool Helps Spot Heart Rhythm Risks

A fresh study shows how a computer program can read a standard heart test and predict the chance that a sudden heart rhythm problem will return. The focus is on atrial fibrillation that starts after an acute, removable trigger—things like surgery or infection. Doctors need to know who is likely to g

reading time less than a minute
Mar 20 2026WEATHER

Warm March Shakes Up Sierra Ski Resorts

The weather in March is hotter than usual, and it’s melting the snow fast on the Sierra Nevada mountains. Ski areas are closing early or cutting back their days because there isn’t enough snow left for a full season. At Sierra‑at‑Tahoe, the slopes that used to be deep and white are now showing bare

reading time less than a minute
Mar 20 2026HEALTH

Sleep Problems, Night Jobs and Hormone Health: What the Data Say

Recent research shows that people who have trouble sleeping or work nights face a higher chance of hormone‑related health issues. The study looked at thousands of people in the UK and used genetic clues to see if the link was real or just a coincidence. Results suggest that both poor sleep and

reading time less than a minute
Mar 20 2026SCIENCE

What happens when day and night almost match up?

Every year around late March, something interesting happens in the sky. On March 20, 2026, at 10:46 a. m. Eastern Time, the sun will cross a special line in the sky. This event is called the spring equinox. It’s the moment when winter fades and spring arrives in the Northern Hemisphere. Days get lon

reading time less than a minute
Mar 20 2026WEATHER

Chicago welcomes warmer days with a spring surprise

Chicago is trading its winter coat for sunshine this week as temperatures climb into the 60s and 70s. The city’s last full day of winter started crisp, with lakefront areas stuck in the 40s while inland spots like Kankakee flirted with 60. But the real change arrives Friday, when spring officially b

reading time less than a minute
Mar 19 2026HEALTH

Social Media, Youth and the Happiness Gap

The latest global happiness study says that scrolling through feeds is hurting young people’s sense of well‑being, especially teenage girls in English‑speaking and Western European nations. The research shows that life satisfaction scores for those under 25 in the United States, Canada, Australia an

reading time less than a minute
Mar 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Space‑RPG Exodus Shows Familiar Vibes

The first detailed look at the upcoming game Exodus reveals a style that reminds many of Mass Effect. Developed by Archetype Entertainment, a studio with roots in BioWare, the title was announced last year and promises an expansive sci‑fi adventure. Set 40, 000 years from now, humans have moved beyo

reading time less than a minute
Mar 19 2026LIFESTYLE

Fizzing Trends: Why Young People Love Dirty Soda

The new wave of soda lovers is not just about taste. They mix coffee, syrup and cola to create a drink that feels both nostalgic and modern. These drinks began in Utah where church members avoid alcohol and coffee. A local shop added syrups to soda, turning a simple pop into a customizable treat.

reading time less than a minute
Mar 19 2026SCIENCE

Sweet Gels That Glow in Many Liquids

Scientists have made a new family of tiny sugar molecules that can form glowing gels in many different liquids. The key is adding special light‑producing groups to the sugar core: one version has a naphthalene tag, another uses a benzothiadiazole unit, and the third carries a coumarin ring. All thre

reading time less than a minute
Mar 19 2026HEALTH

Herbs and Spices That Pack Vitamin C

Vitamin C is key for a strong immune system and most adults need about 90 to 120 milligrams each day. While oranges and bell peppers are the usual go‑to foods, some herbs and spices can add a small boost. The amount of vitamin C in these seasonings is usually lower than in larger fruit or vege

reading time less than a minute