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history

Old Ice, New Insights: Scientists Drill Deep into Antarctic Past

January 9, 2025

Imagine drilling a hole two miles deep into the frosty heart of Antarctica. That’s exactly what a team of international scientists did, seeking to uncover secrets hidden in ice that’s over a million years old. This ancient ice could reveal how Earth’s climate has changed over time and what role gree

health

The Glasgow Coma Scale: 50 Years of Simplifying Brain Injury Assessment

January 6, 2025

Half a century ago, the medical community got a game-changer. Sir Graham Teasdale and Bryan Jennett introduced the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in The Lancet. They wanted a clear, easy-to-use tool to rate coma levels. Back then, doctors used different words for consciousness. It was confusing. The GCS c

crime

Tragedy on Bourbon: A Night of Fun Turns Deadly

January 5, 2025

Bourbon Street in New Orleans was alive with celebration on New Year's Eve. Crowds gathered, drinks in hand, ready to welcome 2025. Among them were a Pennsylvanian family, two former college football teammates, and a local New Orleanian. The night seemed perfect, filled with laughter and cheer. But

education

California Schools: Big Changes Coming in 2025

January 4, 2025

In 2025, classrooms in California will experience significant changes. Fewer phones in schools, updated history lessons, and new course requirements are on the horizon. California universities are saying goodbye to legacy admissions, where students were favored if they had family or donor ties. Thi

education

'A Museum Built by One Man’s Vision'

January 4, 2025

In the heart of Dallas, there's a museum that has become a hub for the community and a destination for visitors. The African American Museum, founded by Dr. Harry Robinson Jr. , has been a place of education, celebration, and liberation for over five decades. Robinson, a librarian with a passion for

sports

Jimmy Butler's Historic NBA Performance: Breaking Records and Leading the Bulls

January 3, 2025

In a thrilling game in 2016, Jimmy Butler made history by scoring 40 points in a single half. This incredible feat broke Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls record for most points in a half. Butler’s performance was pivotal in leading the Bulls to a narrow 115-113 victory over the Toronto Raptors. His sc

sports

The Day NFL Fans Witnessed a Scary Moment on Field

January 3, 2025

On January 2, 2023, a sudden and frightening event unfolded during an NFL game between the Buffalo Bills and the Cincinnati Bengals. Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field due to a cardiac arrest. Quick thinking and immediate action by medical staff saved his life. They performed C

health

How Epidemiology's Past Can Shape Our Health Future

January 3, 2025

Did you know that epidemiology has been around since the time of Hippocrates? But let's focus on when it really took off – during the late 18th to mid-19th century. This was a time when countries were growing economically, spreading their influence, and facing infectious diseases. Epidemiology playe

business

Why Will Pilatus PC-24 Jets Cost So Much in 2025?

January 2, 2025

Pilatus Aircraft, a Swiss company known for its innovative planes, started out in the 1940s fixing Swiss Air Force jets. By the late 1950s, their first big hit was the PC-6 Porter, a short-takeoff aircraft. In the 1980s, they invented the PC-12, a turboprop that could land anywhere. Customers loved

sports

A Unique Buzzer-Beater Streak: DeMar DeRozan's Historic Days

January 1, 2025

You won't believe what happened in the NBA! Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan just achieved something amazing. He became the first player in NBA history to hit buzzer-beaters on two consecutive days. On one day, he scored the winning 3-pointer to beat the Washington Wizards, 120-119. The night bef