Natural gas prices in the US edged up recently, even though government data showed stockpiles grew more than expected. Normally, that would push prices down, but traders are betting on a different story. Forecasts predict scorching heat waves across the West and Midwest soon, which means power plant
Oregon’s Memorial Day weekend plans just got a little more complicated. Forecasters expect a sunny start, with warm temps in the upper 70s to low 80s on May 22-24 across parts of the state. But by the time the holiday hits, a shift is coming—cool rain will move in, ending the warmth. The Willamette
This weekend’s Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte faces a serious weather challenge. Heavy storms are expected to roll in from Friday through Sunday, with the worst conditions likely hitting Saturday. The Charlotte Motor Speedway could see near-constant rain, turning practice sessions and qualifying into ga
The world’s climate keeps heating up. Scientists call it global warming, not just weather changes. It brings stronger storms, hotter days, and unpredictable seasons. For many young people, just hearing the news can feel like a big weight on their shoulders. Some feel anxious or sad without even noti
May 21st marks another year for some well-known faces in entertainment. Among them are actor Mr. T, celebrating his 74th birthday, and TV actor Sarah Ramos, who just turned 35. Mr. T, famous for his tough-guy roles and wrestling fame, made history when he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 20
The final stretch of Stephen Colbert’s late-night run got a dramatic twist when big names like Robert De Niro and Bruce Springsteen used their moments in the spotlight to weigh in on the political climate. De Niro, never shy about his opinions, turned a lighthearted game segment into a sharp jab at
As Texas prepares for midterm elections, the state's governor recently took center stage at a banking conference in Dallas to highlight his economic strategy. Speaking to a room full of financial leaders, he emphasized Texas' growing appeal to big businesses, contrasting it with what he described as
Medical records are being used more and more in research and AI. But before we can trust them, we need to ask: are these records actually useful? Most people think of data quality like a test score—90% is better than 70%. But in medicine, it’s not that simple. Records might look fine at first glanc
Every summer, Birmingham schools buzz with alumni events, bringing together former students to catch up and celebrate. But some of these gatherings have turned dangerous, with shootings happening near schools and parks where events take place. Last year saw a serious injury when a woman was caught i
Scientists fed young freshwater turtles different amounts of DEHP—a chemical found in many plastics—for three months. They found that even small doses caused extra damage in the turtles’ blood cells. The higher the dose, the more the damage grew, especially in the cells’ DNA. Some turtles also grew
