Eels, those slippery and ancient creatures, are in big trouble. They are not just creepy-crawly things that make some people squirm. They are also a big deal in the world of sushi and seafood. But their numbers are dropping fast. Since the 1980s, some eel species have seen their populations shrink b
A Soyuz rocket lifted off on Thursday, carrying three astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). The crew, including two Russian cosmonauts and one NASA astronaut, reached the ISS safely. But back on Earth, a big issue popped up. A huge 20-ton service platform wasn't secured properly befo
In Denmark, there's been a shift in how doctors handle gestational diabetes. This change, which started late last year, focuses on keeping blood sugar levels in a tighter range. The goal? To protect both mom and baby from potential issues. Why the change? Well, experts think this stricter control m
In a troubling event, Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinian men in the West Bank, even though the men seemed to be surrendering. Videos of the incident show the men coming out of a garage with their hands up, showing they weren't armed. They were then ordered to the ground, kicked, and forc
Steve Witkoff, the U. S. special envoy, is under fire for allegedly leaning too much towards Russia. But Vladimir Putin isn't having it. He thinks Witkoff is just doing his job, representing his country and leader. Putin's defense came after a leaked call between Witkoff and a Kremlin aide, Yuri Ush
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the good things in life. It's easy to appreciate the big stuff, like family and health. But what about the little, odd things that make life interesting? Driving can be a nightmare, but there's something refreshing about a day when no one cuts you off or ignores
A team of space explorers has just begun their journey to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission involves a mix of seasoned and new astronauts. The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft, powered by a Soyuz 2. 1a rocket, took off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The launch happened at 12:28
In a recent turn of events, the Southington Board of Education has a fresh face at the helm. Zaya Oshana, a Democrat, is now the chairman, following his party's narrow victory in the municipal elections. This shift in power has brought about changes in the board's leadership. The school board's fir
The entertainment world is buzzing with news about Warner Bros. Discovery. It seems like everyone has an opinion on who might buy it. Recently, the company gave a new deadline for more offers. Three big names have already shown interest: Paramount Skydance, Netflix, and Comcast. They all want a piec
Ever wonder why some people are better at controlling how hard they grip things? A recent study looked into this. It turns out, people get better at matching how hard they intend to squeeze with how hard they actually squeeze when they get feedback. But not everyone improves the same way. The study
