Influenza A(H5N1) is a highly pathogenic species of what is commonly known as bird flu, and it is the species that most often causes flu in humans. Avian influenza is a viral infection passed among birds,...

When picturing Thanksgiving, the average person envisions pilgrims and Native Americans celebrating the first harvest and their newfound friendship. They are pictured eating an assortment of foods, such...

Introducing unconventional yet nutrient-rich crops into American diets could enhance the resilience of food systems both nationally and around the world. Such advancements could be critical to battling...

Many might rejoice at the news that Grade Point Averages (GPAs) for teenagers across the nation are on the rise. However, this is not an accurate depiction of success in the classroom, as standardized...

“I’d feel betrayed.”  This was Nabiha Rahman’s (‘25) reaction upon being presented with information about an ingredient found in several menu items at Buffalo Wild Wings, a casual dining...

On the ballot this year is House Bill 1074, a referendum passed by the North Carolina State Legislature on June 27 2024. It passed in the Senate with a 40-4 vote and in the House with a vote of 116-12. This...

A recent Escherichia coli (E. coli) outbreak has been linked to McDonalds. The outbreak affected 90 people, who claimed they fell ill after eating the fast food restaurant’s quarter pound beef burgers,...

Mount Everest, with a height of 8,849 meters, is the world’s tallest mountain in the world above sea level. After Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa first summited Everest in 1953, its popularity...

Hurricane Helene recently brought destruction across the Appalachian mountains, but after the dust had settled, a long-term and possibly dangerous consequence is emerging: the shutdown of Baxter International’s...

We’ve all heard it before—breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It jump starts metabolism, helps cognitive performance and stabilizes hormones, which prevents turbulent energy levels. When...

Affirmative action was created initially for colleges and universities to join the fight for racial justice after recognizing the long history of racial exclusions in their admissions processes. Schools...

The North Carolina State Fair opened on Oct. 17 and engages visitors with dramatic rides and varied and delicious foods. Children and parents from across the state have come to experience the fun at the...