Plants and crops are feeling the heat, and not in a good way. Warm winters can be tricky. They make plants think it's spring, but when a sudden freeze hits, it's like a rude awakening. This can damage or even kill new growth and drain energy. Plus, it lets pests survive, which can lead to bigger pro
In the complex world of the brain, there are tiny cells called microglia that act like guardians. Among these, CD11c+ microglia are special. They have unique traits that make them different from other microglia. These traits help them play important roles in brain health and disease. During brain d
Sending checks through the mail might seem like a safe bet, but it's not always the case. A recent incident highlights the risks involved. A person from Perry Township sent a check for nearly $4, 000 to an insurance company. The check was stolen, altered, and cashed by a thief. The thief removed the
In 2025, digital thieves made off with a staggering amount of cryptocurrency. The total haul reached $2. 7 billion, marking a new high. This surge in thefts targeted various platforms, including crypto exchanges and DeFi projects. The most significant breach occurred at Bybit, a Dubai-based exchange
Lake Erie is doing something interesting right now. It's what folks call seiche season. This is when the wind gets strong and pushes the lake around. It's like when you blow on a cup of tea and watch the ripples. But this is much bigger. Buffalo, a city by Lake Erie, feels the effects. The wind can
A significant winter storm is sweeping across the U. S. , bringing heavy snow and strong winds. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings for several states, including Wisconsin and Michigan, where more than 12 inches of snow is expected. The storm, known as a "bomb cyclone, " is also b
Holiday travel is in full swing, and it's not going smoothly for everyone. Airports across the country are packed, with Sunday being the busiest day of the season. Over 2. 9 million people went through TSA checkpoints nationwide, and nearly 31, 000 of them were at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport. The
A severe winter storm, known as a bomb cyclone, is currently wreaking havoc in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the Great Lakes area. This storm is not your average snowfall; it's a rapidly intensifying system that can cause significant disruptions. So, what exactly is a bomb cyclone? It's a storm th
This week, Augusta is bracing for a temperature rollercoaster. The coldest day will be Tuesday, with highs only around 50 degrees. But don't worry, it will warm up to a pleasant 60 degrees by New Year's Day. The weather service warns of strong winds today, with gusts up to 40 miles per hour, bringin
The White House has set its sights on the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), a move that could dim the lights on crucial solar science. The administration's target? A facility that's been studying Earth's weather and climate for over six decades, but also plays a key role in understand
