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Climate and COPD: When Temperatures Hit Hard

December 19, 2024

You might think extreme temperatures are just uncomfortable, but they can be deadly for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A deep dive into research shows that both scorching heat and freezing cold can make COPD worse. It's not just about the weather, though. Some people with

health

Race and Language: Factors in PICU Code Status

December 19, 2024

In the world of pediatric intensive care, researchers have recently started to explore the connection between language, race, and a patient's code status. Code status refers to the medical decisions made regarding a child's treatment in critical situations. Surprisingly, not many studies have focuse

entertainment

Explore 'Exodus': A New Sci-Fi RPG with a Twist

December 18, 2024

Ever thought about what happens after humans leave Earth for the stars? That's where 'Exodus' comes in. A fresh sci-fi RPG from Archetype Entertainment, this game lets you step into a future where humanity has spread across distant star systems. You'll play as a member of the Travelers, a group of s

weather

Weather Flip: Soggy South, Snowy North

December 18, 2024

Prepare for some weather whiplash! The sun's shine today won't last all day in Southern New England as clouds roll in from the south. Temps are poised to stay rather warm, hitting the low to mid-40s, and some spots might even tickle the 50s. This warm spell has been sticking around, with yesterday s

weather

Weather in Boston: Rain Today, Maybe Snow Later

December 18, 2024

This morning, Boston woke up to temperatures that were not as chilly as expected. After yesterday's high of 60°F (15°C), the air didn't cool down much overnight. As a result, most of the area is seeing rain instead of snow this Wednesday. However, there are exceptions. Higher elevations in northern

science

Spring's Warm Spells: A Quick Change for Forest Herbs

December 18, 2024

Have you ever thought about how plants react to warm spring days? Well, it turns out they can make their growing phases happen quicker! Scientists recently studied how spring-flowering herbs in woodland areas respond to warm days during one growing season. They gathered data from five botanic garden

entertainment

Netflix Dominates, But Some Big Names Miss Out

December 18, 2024

Netflix's Emilia Pérez led the pack with six mentions in the recently released Oscar shortlists. Universal's Wicked and Fox's Alien: Romulus were close behind with four each. But some big names like Neon's Anora and Amazon/MGM's Nickel Boys were nowhere to be found. This doesn't mean they're not res

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Weather Watch: Metro Detroit's First Winter Storm Alert

December 18, 2024

Get ready, Metro Detroit! The first wave of winter weather is set to hit mid-week. Experts are keeping an eye out for a mix of snow and rain, especially south of Interstate 696. Temperatures are expected to hover around the mid-to-upper 30s as the storm rolls in. The forecast for Wednesday predicts

technology

Ever wished to sort through Wi-Fi networks easily? One UI 7. 0 makes it happen!

December 17, 2024

Have you ever found yourself in a dense Wi-Fi zone, trying to pick the best network from a long list? Samsung has sneakily included a nifty feature in One UI 7. 0 that can help you out. This hidden gem lets you filter available Wi-Fi networks based on specific properties. For instance, if you're onl

weather

Snow Dreams May Melt for Many This Holiday

December 17, 2024

Christmas is around the corner, but for many in the US, a white Christmas might just be a dream. Weather forecasts suggest temperatures could be way above normal for much of the country on December 25. Last year, the US experienced its warmest winter ever. This year, the country could be split into