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Winter's Stomach Bug: Norovirus on the Rise

December 30, 2024

This winter, a nasty stomach bug is making a comeback in the US. Norovirus, the leading cause of foodborne illnesses, is seeing a surge in cases. In the first week of December, there were 91 outbreaks reported, a jump from 69 the previous week. Outbreaks are common in places where people are close t

entertainment

Bruce Willis' Twist as a Tricky Villain in This Crime Series

December 30, 2024

Imagine a crime story where the bad guy isn't just evil, but embodies a whole philosophy of power and control. That's what you get with Bruce Willis' character, Amato, in the thriller series "No Exit. " The show's title comes from a book by philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, who said something like, "Oth

sports

Racing Surfaces: Dirt vs. Concrete – What's the Real Deal?

December 30, 2024

Ever since Bristol Motor Speedway made the switch back to concrete, the NASCAR community has been abuzz with conversations. Some drivers, like Ryan Vargas, fondly recall the excitement that dirt tracks brought. Dirt racing offers a unique thrill, but concrete provides consistency and drama. Fans and

politics

Windows Banned to Hide Afghan Women

December 30, 2024

In a recent step, the Taliban has ordered a ban on windows that overlook areas where women could be seen inside their homes. The group's spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, explained on X that seeing women in everyday tasks like cooking or fetching water might lead to improper behavior. The Taliban ha

health

Vaccines and Pregnancy: A Comparative Look at COVID-19 and Flu Shots

December 30, 2024

Ever wondered how safe COVID-19 vaccines are for pregnant women? A recent study took a closer look at this question by comparing the outcomes of pregnant women who got the COVID-19 shot to those who got the flu vaccine. The researchers used a statistical method called propensity score matching to en

weather

Georgia's Stormy Sunday: What to Expect and How to Stay Safe

December 30, 2024

Hey, Georgia! Are you ready for some wild weather this Sunday? The National Weather Service has called off a Tornado Watch that was supposed to last until 9 a. m. , but they've issued a new one for 20 counties, including Bryan and Bulloch, until 1 p. m. Meteorologist Ashley Kramlich warns that a str

business

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

December 30, 2024

You know how our body works? Each part has a job, and they all work together. Like, the hands grab food, the mouth eats it, and the belly digests it. If they don't work as a team, our body can't function well. The same goes for businesses. Working together is the secret sauce to their success. In t

health

Saving Lives and Money: The Benefits of Australia's New Maternal RSV Vaccine

December 30, 2024

Respiratory syncytial virus, often called RSV, is a big problem for little kids. Babies under a year old get sick the most from this virus. Recently, Australia approved a new vaccine that protects moms during pregnancy, so their babies stay healthier. It's a smart move to check if this vaccine is wo

health

The Mystery Behind LncRNA uc003pxg. 1 and miR-339-5p in Vascular Health

December 30, 2024

Have you ever wondered how some long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) can play a role in heart disease? Well, let's dive into the story of lncRNA uc003pxg. 1 and miR-339-5p, two players in the complex game of cardiovascular health. These tiny molecular actors have been found to influence the proliferation,

science

How Low Temperatures Affect Sewage Treatment Biofilms

December 30, 2024

In cities, sewage treatment plants use unique reactors with moving bed biofilms to clean wastewater. These reactors rely on microbes to break down the waste. Scientists studied how cold temperatures impact these microbes. They found that when it gets cold, the quality of the treated water decreases.