In a small town called Esparto, a terrible accident happened. A fireworks warehouse blew up. This explosion started a big fire. It also hurt the town in many ways. Seven people went missing after the blast. Later, their bodies were found in the ruined building. The town is still dealing with the sa
Orange County faced serious problems due to heavy rain from Tropical Depression Chantal. The rain led to flash floods, forcing people to leave their homes and closing many roads. Chapel Hill, a town in Orange County, warned residents about the floods. By 9 p. m. , first responders started evacuatin
North Carolina faced severe flooding after Tropical Depression Chantal dumped a lot of rain in central parts of the state. The rain caused serious damage, leading to states of emergency in Moore and Orange counties. Many roads and highways were closed due to the flooding. A section of Interstate 40
Over the last decade, the rate of bovine brucellosis vaccines in Minas Gerais, Brazil, has been on the rise. This is big news for cattle farmers and their livestock. Researchers looked at data from 2011 to 2022. They found that certain areas had higher vaccination rates than others. Some areas had l
Microsoft recently let go of around 9, 000 employees, a move that came alongside an $80 billion investment in AI. Amidst this, a Microsoft executive faced backlash for suggesting that those who lost their jobs should seek comfort and guidance from AI tools like ChatGPT. Matt Turnbull, an executive
Tuberculosis (TB) and COVID-19 are both nasty lung infections. They can cause a lot of damage to the lungs. Scientists wanted to see what happens when someone has both infections at the same time. They used a special type of lung cell, called A549 cells, to study this. First, they infected the cell
In Pacoima, a night filled with danger unfolded as fireworks sparked a devastating blaze. More than 130 firefighters rushed to the scene, where four homes were quickly engulfed in flames. The situation was intense, with fireworks exploding upon their arrival, making it risky for the firefighters to
A sudden blast at a gas station on the outskirts of Rome shook the city early Friday morning. The explosion, which happened just after 8 a. m. , injured at least 25 people, including nine police officers and one firefighter. The sound of the blast echoed across the city, followed by a massive cloud
July 4th, 2025, is a big deal in the U. S. It's the day Americans celebrate their independence with big parties, fireworks, and lots of food. But before you rush out, know that many places will be closed. It's a federal holiday, so government offices, banks, and some shops won't be open. Plan ahead
In Los Angeles County, a fresh way to tackle trauma is now available. The Department of Mental Health has started offering EMDR, a therapy that uses eye movements to help people deal with painful memories. This method is gaining popularity, and for good reason. Dr. Janice Jones, a psychologist with
