Ever wondered how to make things slide smoothly and quietly? Scientists have been working on this problem for a while. They wanted to create materials that can handle water well and reduce friction and noise. This is important for things like machinery parts that need to move smoothly without making
William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at 89. His contributions were immense, yet he remained humble. He led the charge against smallpox, a disease now eradicated thanks to human effort. Foege's work didn't stop there. He served as the director of the Centers for Disease Cont
Eric Dane, known for his acting roles, had to skip an ALS event at the last minute. This happened on Saturday, January 24th. The event was the ALS Network’s Champions for Cures and Care Gala. Dane was supposed to be there. He was even going to get an award. The award was for being the Advocate of th
William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at his Atlanta home. He was 89. His work was crucial in wiping out smallpox in the 1970s, a massive win for global health. Later, he led the U. S. response to the early AIDS crisis as the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Preve
Everett has been home for a long time. Generations have grown up here, attending local schools. This place has shaped many lives, leading to successful careers and happy families. But keeping these schools strong isn't just about the past. It's about the future. Everett schools have a great track r
Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, has seen a shift in how people invest in it. Now, there are ETFs that not only track its price but also offer staking rewards. This means investors can earn passive income without dealing with the complexities of staking themselves. Staking involves lock
Ever wondered how people lived in the past or how communities shape our present? Let's dive into some fascinating books that do just that. First up, we have a historical murder mystery that takes us back to 1763. Penelope Corbitt, a widow with two kids, is traveling to Boston to live with her sister
Eastern Ontario, including Kingston, is in for a rough ride this weekend. A harsh Arctic air mass is moving in, bringing heavy snow and bitter cold. The weather service is urging everyone to get ready. Snow bands will form around Lake Ontario, dumping a lot of snow, especially to the east and north
Ever wondered what happens when two men, one an FBI agent and the other a criminal, share a surprising connection? HBO's Task explores this intriguing dynamic. The miniseries, now trending at #6 on HBO Max, is a gripping crime thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. At the heart of
Ever wondered how being watched during a video call affects your work? A recent study dug into this, focusing on how our performance changes when others see us on screen. It's all about the idea that having an audience can either boost or hinder our performance, depending on the task's difficulty.
