The City of Madison Fire Department has welcomed the first Pierce Volterra electric pumper into service, marking a significant milestone in the fire service industry’s transition to zero-emissions technology. The custom-built unit is designed to meet the city’s environmental and operational goals, offering seamless integration with existing fleet. Fire Chief Chris Carbon praised the new … Read more
Inter Miami CF kicked off its 2025 campaign with a crucial 1-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup at Children’s Mercy Park. Despite frigid conditions, Lionel Messi led the team to a stunning win, scoring the only goal in the second half. Messi found space on the … Read more
Thailand has rescued over 7,000 people from illegal call centre operations in Myanmar and is preparing to receive up to 10,000 more foreigners. The operation, led by the Thai police, marks a significant crack down on transnational crime syndicates operating online scam operations. Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos have become hotspots for online scams, including romance … Read more
The Madison Fire Department has begun operating an electric fire truck, marking a significant shift towards more sustainable and safer firefighting practices. This move comes as part of the department’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact and improve public safety. The electric vehicle features advanced technology that enhances its capabilities in emergency situations. Source: https://www.wmtv15news.com/video/2025/02/19/madison-fire-department-puts-electric-fire-truck-into-service
Chlorinated drinking water may increase cancer risk. Research by Swedish scientists found that consuming chlorinated water raises the likelihood of bladder cancer by 33% and colorectal cancer by 15%. This is due to the formation of trihalomethanes, a known carcinogen. However, alternative methods like ultraviolet treatment or advanced filtration systems can reduce cancer risks, but … Read more
A new study published in Nature Medicine predicts that over 1 million Americans will develop dementia by 2060, more than double the previous estimates. The research, conducted by a team of experts from major U.S. medical centers, found that after age 55, people face up to a 42% chance of developing dementia. The risk of … Read more
A new genetic discovery has shed light on the origins of human language, with researchers identifying a single gene variant that may have played a critical role in its development. The gene, called NOVA1, is found only in humans and has a unique amino acid sequence compared to other mammals. According to studies, the NOVA1 … Read more
Novo Nordisk’s diabetes drug Ozempic has shown promise in reducing alcohol use in a new study. Researchers found that people taking Ozempic experienced significant reductions in drinking and heavy drinking days compared to those receiving a placebo. The study, which involved 48 adults with alcohol-use disorder, lasted for over two months and used low doses … Read more
Reality TV star Kyle Richards, 56, and country singer Morgan Wade, 30, were seen grabbing breakfast together in Los Angeles on February 18. The casual outing comes as the pair have been spending more time together amid speculation about their relationship. Richards, who recently visited her friend Teddi Mellencamp in the hospital before surgery to … Read more
US stock futures slipped today as investors weighed concerns about trade tariffs and defense spending cuts. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indexes were expected to fall around 0.2%. Meanwhile, gold hit a fresh record high, indicating optimism about the economy. However, shares of Palantir Technologies Inc. dropped significantly after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced … Read more