Wildfire season is shifting, but its new time windows vary across Canada and the US drought-prone West

Climate change is shifting wildfire seasons in North America, but the direction of the shift depends on the regional ecosystem, a new study shows.The fire season in the northern boreal forests of Alaska and Canada have shifted forward, on average; prairie regions have seen little change; and the fire season in the arid West and California has extended further into late fall and winter. The findings were published Feb. 24 in the journal Geophysical Research Letters.”It’s very region-specific,” said Hongliang Zhang, an environmental scientist at Fudan University in China. Understanding these specific shifts are important for managing wildfires and preparing…

These popular over-the-counter drugs could drain your body of nutrients

Nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach — anemia? Frequent sufferers of gastrointestinal symptoms may be doing more harm than good every time they reach for certain over-the-counter medications designed to relieve symptoms like acid reflux and heartburn. A new study out of Brazil evaluated the impact of prolonged use of proton pump…

Alec Pierce stays with Colts on 6 million contract in NFL free agency

Alec Pierce just broke the bank in free agency, and he has Daniel Jones’ hardline negotiation tactics to thank. And Pierce didn’t even have to leave the Colts to get paid. In a class of available receivers described as underwhelming by one NFL executive, Pierce capitalized on being the top…

Jets trade for Pro Bowl safety Minkah Fitzpatrick before free agency

Jets general manager Darren Mougey did not wait for free agency to open to begin making moves. The Jets agreed to a trade for Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, a source confirmed. The trade cannot be finalized until Wednesday when the league year opens. The Jets are sending Miami a seventh-round…

‘Most beautiful girl in world’ announces major change to her dating life

The woman who was once dubbed the “most beautiful girl in the world” has announced some major personal news. Thylane Blondeau, 24, first rose to worldwide attention in 2006 after she graced the cover of Vogue Enfants, a version of the magazine focused specifically on children’s fashion. Her cover shot earned her…

Raiders begin NFL free agency with most cap space to jump-start rebuild

By making the painful decision to oblige Maxx Crosby’s wishes to be traded, the Raiders wiped their slate clean as they approach a new rebuild. The emotions surrounding Crosby’s trade to the Ravens on Friday ran rampant throughout their building and their passionate fan base. Crosby was the heart and…

Three players Jets could target in NFL free agency

As NFL free agency begins, The Post looks at three potential Jets targets: Alex Anzalone, LB Aaron Glenn needs some of his “guys” to help him rebuild the Jets defense. Anzalone, 31, was with Glenn in New Orleans and Detroit and can replace Quincy Williams, who is expected to depart…

Rupert Murdoch celebrates 95th birthday at star-studded New York party

The Greatest Showman honored the Greatest Newsman Saturday night in NYC. Hugh Jackman performed at Rupert Murdoch’s 95th birthday at The Grill, turning the storied Seagram Building eatery into a black-tie cabaret for a roomful of family, friends and A-list guests. Jackman sang Sinatra classics “New York, New York” and…

Dow tumbles 500 points as growing AI anxiety, hot inflation rattle Wall Street

Wall Street’s main indexes tumbled on Friday as AI anxiety hammered technology stocks, with the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 on track for their steepest monthly drop since March 2025, while hotter-than-expected inflation data also hit sentiment. Technology shares faced selling pressure this month as concerns over high valuations and the uncertain payoff from Big…

Inherited diseases don’t work like we thought they did

For decades, scientists have delved into the genetic causes of disease by studying patients with those diseases and their families, picking through their genomes in search of genetic mutations that could be the cause.It’s a method that has turned up hundreds of mutations, many thought to be responsible for diseases…

How Diego Pavia dealt with maturity question at NFL Scouting Combine

Diego Pavia is counting on a growth spurt. OK, the 24-year-old, 5-foot-9 quarterback probably isn’t going to reach NFL height preferences at this point. But the Vanderbilt star can mature and get past things like writing, “F-ALL THE VOTERS,” after he finished second to Fernando Mendoza in a runway Heisman…

Exclusive | The ultra-rich’s new must-have? A plastic surgery doula — who’ll book your doctor, private jet travel, and even a post-op masseuse

If you thought doulas only coached breathing in delivery rooms, meet the glam-squad godmothers of the operating room. Los Angeles–based concierge consultants Julie Obst and Alana Ungvari have carved out a niche as high-touch guides for clients navigating the nerve-racking, scar-sensitive, spreadsheet-worthy world of plastic surgery. Think part strategist, part…

Cowboys going through with  million George Pickens franchise tag today

The Cowboys won’t let George Pickens hit free agency. Dallas is planning to place the franchise tag on receiver George Pickens on Friday following a career-best first season with the team, according to Yahoo. Spotrac estimates the tag will be worth roughly $28 million for receivers. “I’m talking to George…

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