• Home
  • Local News
  • Oregon
  • Washington
  • National / International
  • NW Representation
  • Events
  • Contact Us
HomeScience / Health

Science / Health

No Picture
Science / Health

Mass evacuation of Philippine villages underway after a brief but major volcanic eruption

December 9, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Mass evacuation of Philippine villages underway after a brief but major volcanic eruption

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — About 87,000 people were being evacuated in a central Philippine region Tuesday a day after a volcano briefly erupted with a towering ash plume and superhot streams of gas and debris hurtling down […]

No Picture
Science / Health

California to consider requiring mental health warnings on social media sites

December 9, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on California to consider requiring mental health warnings on social media sites

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California, home to some of the largest technology companies in the world, would be the first U.S. state to require mental health warning labels on social media sites if lawmakers pass a bill […]

No Picture
Science / Health

Second-warmest November on record means that 2024 is likely to be Earth’s hottest year, report says

December 9, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Second-warmest November on record means that 2024 is likely to be Earth’s hottest year, report says

Earth just experienced its second-warmest November on record — second only to 2023 — making it all but certain that 2024 will end as the hottest year ever measured, according to a report Monday by […]

No Picture
Science / Health

Hall of Famer Randy Moss is stepping away from ESPN for an extended time to deal with health issue

December 7, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Hall of Famer Randy Moss is stepping away from ESPN for an extended time to deal with health issue

Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss is stepping away from his ESPN analyst role for an extended time to focus on a personal health challenge, the network said in a statement. The 47-year-old Moss […]

No Picture
Science / Health

USDA orders nationwide testing of milk for bird flu to halt the virus

December 6, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on USDA orders nationwide testing of milk for bird flu to halt the virus

The U.S. government on Friday ordered testing of the nation’s milk supply for bird flu to better monitor the spread of the virus in dairy cows. Raw or unpasteurized milk from dairy farms and processors nationwide […]

Posts pagination

« 1 … 145 146 147 »

Wednesday 2/11

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

1 / 5

Which US state is home to Arches National Park?

Arches National Park is located in Utah. Situated in the southeastern part of the state near the city of Moab, it is known for having the highest density of natural sandstone arches in the world. The park covers over 76,000 acres and features more than 2,000 of these natural structures.

2 / 5

How many players are there in a standard ice hockey team?

An ice hockey team has six players on the ice at one time: one goaltender and five skaters (three forwards and two defensemen), though rosters are much larger, often around 20-25 players to allow for substitutions and injuries, with up to 20 dressed for a game.

3 / 5

Whose novels include "The Chamber", "The Client", and "The Firm"?

John Grisham is the author of the legal thriller novels "The Chamber", "The Client", and "The Firm". A former attorney, Grisham has written numerous international bestsellers, many of which were adapted into major motion pictures, including these three titles, along with The Pelican Brief and A Time to Kill.

4 / 5

What country has competitive office chair racing?

Japan is the primary country with organized, competitive office chair racing, known as the ISU-1 Grand Prix. Started in 2009, these endurance races involve 3-person teams navigating a 200-meter course for 2 hours, often in shopping districts across more than 20 cities. 

5 / 5

What is the name for the soft white layer that forms on teeth?

The soft, white or pale yellow, sticky film that constantly forms on teeth is called dental plaque. It consists of bacteria, food particles, and saliva. If not removed daily through brushing and flossing, this bacterial film can harden into tartar (calculus) within 24 to 72 hours.

Your score is

The average score is 70%

0%

Goldendale
Current weather
-º
Humidity-
Wind direction-
Pressure-
Cloudiness-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
Goldendale weather
The Dalles
Current weather
-º
Humidity-
Wind direction-
Pressure-
Cloudiness-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
The Dalles weather
Hood River
Current weather
-º
Humidity-
Wind direction-
Pressure-
Cloudiness-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
-
-
Forecast
Rain chance-
Wind direction-
Hood River weather

Copyright Gorge Country Media 2025