Heavy snowfall in Anchorage has caused a disruption in after-school activities. The Anchorage School District made the call to cancel all after-school sports and events. This includes King Tech’s Third Session and community rentals. However, after-school childcare programs will remain open. The Nat
Heavy drinking can seriously raise the chances of getting colon cancer over time. This is what a recent study found. It looked at how much alcohol people drank over their lives. The study showed that those who often have 14 or more drinks a week have a bigger risk of colon and rectal cancer. This is
Heavy metals are all around us. They're in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and even the food we consume. But what happens when these metals accumulate in our bodies? Recent research has shed some light on this issue, particularly in relation to type 2 diabetes. The study observed adults ove
Heavy rainfalls have caused serious flooding in Kruger National Park. Authorities decided to close the park to new visitors. This is to keep everyone safe. People already staying in lodges inside the park can stay. But some areas near the Letaba river had to be evacuated. Videos show big parts of t
Heavy rains are back in western Washington, and with them comes a flood watch for a big chunk of the region. This isn't just a drizzle; we're talking about a serious weather situation that could cause some serious trouble. The National Weather Service (NWS) put out the flood watch early Monday morn
Heavy rain has caused a levee to break near Seattle. This has led to evacuations in the area. The levee was supposed to protect over 30, 000 people. But now, the Green River is rising fast. It's the highest it's been in 60 years. The rain is not stopping. More is expected this week. This could make
Heavy metals from fracking wastewater are sneaking into our environment and putting people, especially kids, at risk. This isn't just about pollution—it's about real health dangers lurking in the dirt and water near drilling sites. Scientists recently dug deep into sediment samples from oil and gas
Heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and mercury are sneaky troublemakers. They hide in food, water, and air, causing serious problems for pregnant women and their babies. These metals can lead to miscarriages, low birth weight, early deliveries, and even developmental issues in kids. They work by creat
Industries in North China are releasing harmful gases that are making air quality worse. These gases, called Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), are not just bad for the environment but also for human health. A recent study looked at 28 companies from 13 different industries to understand the impact
Heavy rain has caused serious flooding in Central Texas, with many people still missing. The worst hit areas include Burnet County, where a Flash Flood Emergency was declared after 6-12 inches of rain fell in just one day. Rescue teams have been busy saving people from the rising waters, especially
