A winter storm has been causing trouble across the Midwest and Northeast. In West Virginia, a truck driver had a close call early this morning. Their tractor-trailer skidded off a bridge in Mason County due to slippery roads. Rescue teams had to work hard to get the driver out safely. Roads are stil
Ohio saw a rough Thanksgiving weekend on the roads. Eleven people lost their lives in eight crashes. This happened because of bad weather. Snow and strong winds made driving super dangerous. The Ohio State Highway Patrol had to deal with 766 crashes. That's 11% more than last year. Bad weather means
In a show of respect and solidarity, the Illinois State Police recently wrapped up a crime-fighting mission dedicated to a trooper who suffered life-altering injuries in a crash. This operation, which took place from November 17 to November 28, focused on tackling gun and drug trafficking in norther
The new Czech government, led by the ANO party, is at odds with the outgoing administration over the 2026 budget. The dispute centers around the budget's lack of funds for infrastructure and social programs, which the ANO party and its allies argue is necessary to meet their campaign promises. The
Horror stories often draw from deep wells of history and belief. This is the focus of an upcoming exhibit at the American Writers Museum in Chicago. The exhibit, titled "American Prophets: Writers, Religion and Culture, " opens on November 21. It explores how these elements shape the work of horror
In the world of biofuel production, breaking down plant material is a big challenge. Scientists have been working on ways to make this process more efficient. One promising approach involves using enzymes from a heat-loving fungus called Rasamsonia emersonii. This fungus naturally produces enzymes
Scientists have found two special enzymes from a fungus that can help break down plant material. These enzymes, called α-L-Arabinofuranosidases (ABFs), are important because they remove arabinose, a type of sugar, from plant fibers. This makes it easier for other enzymes to break down the plant mate
A jury in Michigan failed to reach a decision in a high-profile murder case. The case involved a police officer who shot and killed a motorist during a routine traffic stop. After four days of deliberation, the jury announced it was deadlocked. This led Judge Christina Mims of the Kent County Circui
The world of plant enzymes is vast and often overlooked. One such enzyme, a beta-xylosidase from rice, has caught the eye of researchers. This enzyme, named OsXyl1, is part of a group called glycoside hydrolase family 3. It was produced in a different organism, Pichia pastoris, to study its properti
The ground shook in Southern California on a Monday morning. A 5. 2 magnitude earthquake hit the region. This was not a big surprise. The area is known for its seismic activity. The epicenter was in San Diego County, just a few miles from Julian. This small mountain town is famous for its apple
