LND topic: ava page 15

ava

A Utah Brother's Rescue: The Avalanche Escape

December 28, 2024

On a trek through Utah's famous Backcountry, two brothers faced an unexpected danger. Hunter Hansen, the younger of the two, was caught in a massive avalanche. Buried under two feet of snow, Hunter struggled to breathe. Just when he thought it was his last moment, his brother Braeden spotted a glove

health

Graying Behind Bars: The Hidden Prison Population

December 27, 2024

You might think prisons are filled with young folks, but you'd be wrong. The number of older adults in long-term correctional facilities has been rising fast. Scientists are scratching their heads because they don't have enough long-term data to understand how these seniors are faring physically and

weather

Stormy Days Ahead: Wind, Snow, and Rain Alerts Across the Region

December 27, 2024

Get ready for a windy and snowy few days! Strong winds, reaching up to 60 miles per hour, are starting to hit the coasts and won't let up until Thursday. These powerful gusts can cause tree damage and even power outages. Puget Sound might not see winds quite as strong, but they could still gust over

health

Psoriasis Treatment: Age and BMI Matter

December 26, 2024

Did you know that age and body mass index (BMI) could play a significant role in how well a psoriasis treatment works? A recent study looked into a medication called deucravacitinib, a type of drug that blocks certain proteins in the body. This study wanted to find out what factors might make some p

health

Navajo Health: Fighting H. pylori Challenges

December 25, 2024

Helicobacter pylori, a bacteria tied to cancer, poses a bigger problem for the Navajo Nation compared to other regions in the U. S. A recent study followed up with Navajo individuals who tested positive for H. pylori six months later. They asked if these people had visited a doctor, received treatme

sports

Pickens Back on the Field: Pittsburgh's Key Receiver Set for Christmas Showdown

December 25, 2024

Great news for Pittsburgh Steelers fans! After a three-game absence due to a hamstring injury, star receiver George Pickens is all set to make a comeback. He's been declared fit to play against the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day. Pickens has been a standout player for the Steelers this season,

politics

Canada's Government: Shaken by a Resignation and Trump's Threats

December 18, 2024

Canada’s government is facing a tough time. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who has been in power for nearly a decade, is dealing with a lot of problems. One big issue is that his Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, just quit. She said she didn't agree with how Trudeau was handling the economy, espe

politics

Meet Vavro Šrobár: The Doctor Who Shaped Slovakia

December 18, 2024

Vavro Šrobár was a big deal in Slovakia, especially in the early 20th century. He wasn't just a politician, but also a doctor who cared deeply about public health. When the Austro-Hungarian Empire fell apart, Šrobár stepped up as the first Minister to run the Provisional Government of Slovakia. He h

sports

Sports Fans, Meet Your New Companion: The Palmetto Sports App

December 17, 2024

Guess what, sports lovers? There's a new app in town, and it's all about South Carolina sports. Whether you're into college teams like the University of South Carolina or Clemson, or you follow the pros in baseball, hockey, or soccer, the Palmetto Sports and Entertainment app has got you covered. It

politics

Aircraft Carriers in the Pacific: A Look at Movements

December 15, 2024

This week, the US has sent its aircraft carrier, the Carl Vinson, to the Philippine Sea. Meanwhile, China's three aircraft carriers stayed in their ports, even though China held military exercises near Taiwan. The Japanese destroyer Kaga, which is being turned into an aircraft carrier, returned to J