Prapiroon is both extra-large and now extra-tropical in the western North Pacific Ocean. NASA's Terra satellite captured an image of the large storm after Prapiroon became extra-tropical. The Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) instrument aboard NASA's Terra satellite captured a visible image of Extra-tropical Storm Prapiroon on Oct. 19 at 01:15 UTC (Oct. 18, 9:15 p.m. EDT). The storm appeared on the MODIS image to be as large as the main island of Japan and the strongest thunderstorms and heaviest rainfall appeared north of the center of circulation ...

VIDEO: A study of 544 star-forming galaxies observed by the Keck and Hubble telescopes shows that disk galaxies like our own Milky Way unexpectedly reached their current state long after much... Click here for more information. A comprehensive study of hundreds of galaxies observed by the Keck telescopes in Hawaii and NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has revealed an unexpected pattern of change that extends back 8 billion years, or more than half the age of the universe. "Astronomers ...

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The death of a child is a tragic event for a family, bringing with it feelings of numbness, anger, guilt and denial. And, unfortunately, for many families, the loss becomes too much to bear. A new study co-conducted by a researcher at Rochester Institute of Technology uncovers the strong connection between the death of a child and the mortality of the mother, regardless of cause of death, gender of the child, marital status, family size, income or education level of the mother. Javier Espinosa, assistant professor in RIT's College of Liberal Arts and an expert in health ...

Boulder, Colo., USA – Geosphere, The Geological Society of America's peer-reviewed online journal, has added papers to four special issues: Origin and Evolution of the Sierra Nevada and Walker Lane; CRevolution 2: Origin and Evolution of the Colorado River System II; Exploring the Deep Sea and Beyond; and Making the Southern Margin of Laurentia. Geosphere specializes in accommodating animations, sound, and movie files, along with high-resolution figures. Abstracts for these and other Geosphere papers are available at http://geosphere.gsapubs.org/. Representatives of the ...

Enhanced local electric fields are predominant in nonlinear optical properties, particularly in surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), which is a sensitive technique used for the detection of trace amounts of chemicals. Analysis of the electric fields around nanostructures indicates that they can provide a basic foundation to obtain greater SERS intensity. Professor ZHANG Zhongyue and his group from the College of Physics and Information Technology at Shaanxi Normal University have proposed a novel scheme to enhance the local electric fields around nanostructures. The ...

NEW ORLEANS – Robert Block, MD, FAAP, outgoing president of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), will address attendees at the AAP National Conference & Exhibition Saturday, Oct. 20, at 10:40 a.m. during the opening plenary session at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. Dr. Block will lead a discussion on the "soul of a pediatrician," and how a pediatrician's devotion and compassion for children must persist as the world of medicine changes around us. Dr. Block will also focus on his yearlong theme of "all adults were once children," to promote ...

NEW ORLEANS -- A study conducted by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has documented that boys in the U.S. are experiencing the onset of puberty six months to two years earlier than reported in previous research. The study, "Secondary Sexual Characteristics in Boys: Data from the Pediatric Research in Office Settings Network," will be published in the November 2012 Pediatrics and published online Oct. 20 to coincide with the AAP National Conference & Exhibition in New Orleans. The trend toward earlier onset of puberty in girls is now generally accepted and supported ...

NEW ORLEANS – Cyberbullying – the use of the Internet, phones or other technologies to repeatedly harass or mistreat peers – is often linked with teen suicide in media reports. However, new research presented on Saturday, Oct. 20, at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference and Exhibition in New Orleans, shows that the reality is more complex. Most teen suicide victims are bullied both online and in school, and many suicide victims also suffer from depression. For the abstract, "Cyberbullying and Suicide: A Retrospective Analysis of 41 Cases," researchers ...

NEW ORLEANS – In vitro fertilization (IVF) may significantly increase the risk of birth defects, particularly those of the eye, heart, reproductive organs and urinary systems, according to new research presented Saturday, Oct. 20, at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference and Exhibition in New Orleans. According to the study, despite increasing use of IVF in the United States, associations between birth defects and IVF are poorly understood. Management of birth defects comprises a large part of pediatric surgical care and demands significant health ...

Traffic Accidents Increase as Texas Oil and Gas Industry Grows Here are some alarming statistics for workers in the busy oil and gas industry in Texas. From 2003 to 2008, the leading cause of death for oil field workers nationwide was highway accidents, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. And in 2010, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor reported that almost 40 percent of fatalities in the oil and gas industry resulted from motor vehicle accidents. Many Texas communities are currently seeing big increases in traffic volume ...

Arguing Over Money Major Factor in Many New Jersey Divorces It is not unusual for married couples to have disagreements. Some arguments erupt over trivial issues, and some are the result of major concerns. Those couples who argue about money may be doing more harm to their marriages than they know. Fights about money can lead to divorce. However, people can help minimize fights about money during a divorce with a prenuptial agreement. Money Arguments Contribute to Divorces Disagreements about money are the most common reason people argue, according to a study conducted ...

Establishing Child Guardianship in Oklahoma The right to raise one's own child is considered fundamental in the U.S., and authorities will not interfere with the parent-child relationship without a compelling reason. In some cases, parents are unwilling or unable to care for their children and other people step in to help. Oklahoma law recognizes the authority of a person besides a child's parents to raise a child through a guardianship. What Is a Guardianship? Under Oklahoma law, the court may appoint a child a guardian "when it appears necessary or convenient." ...

Being Too Nice During an Oklahoma Divorce Can Cause Pain Later When couples divorce, many strive to make the split amicable. Whether it be because they need to continue to have a relationship as parents of children from the marriage or they believe a friendly divorcewill be less emotionally taxing, some couples make a concerted effort to maintain a civil, even cordial, tone during the proceedings. However, in the effort to be considerate to a former spouse, a person may inadvertently sabotage his or her chances for financial security after the divorce. Oklahoma residents ...

Mediation Can Benefit Those Going Through Divorce in Connecticut Divorce can be a horrible thing, filled with bitter arguments, wounded feelings and protracted court battles. However, more people are realizing the damage that using litigation for divorce can cause and are opting for divorce mediation instead. People in Connecticut considering divorce should be aware of what mediation is and some of the benefits it may offer over going to court for divorce. Mediation Process When a couple decides to use mediation for a divorce, they select a mediator trained in ...

Options to Enforce Nursing Home Standards Keep Operators Honest Nursing home residents in California have a set of rights and when violated those rights should be enforced. A common violation among nursing homes is the failure to meet nurse-staffing standards, and the failure of nursing homes to meet staff requirements can lead to inadequate care, injury or even death. Fortunately, a California appeals court recently ruled that nursing home residents have multiple ways to enforce their rights regarding this violation. Appellate Ruling Allows Nursing Home Residents ...

What Divorcing Parents Need to Know About Child Custody in Utah Parents with minor children who are facing divorce are usually primarily concerned with child custody matters. Getting enough family time with children after a divorce is vitally important to the health and happiness of any children and for the family as a whole. Each state has different laws regarding child custody matters, although most follow similar guidelines. Physical custody is the type of custody granted to the parent who lives with the child. Legal custody is the type of custody in which the ...

The Family Medical Leave Act: Know Your Rights The Family Medical Leave Act became law in 1993 and offers employees job-protected time off for certain qualifying medical reasons. The law provides 12 weeks of unpaid leave within a 12 month window. The 12 weeks allowed by the FMLA do not necessarily have to be taken consecutively, although that is permitted. An employee is also free to take medical leave intermittently or by reducing the number of hours worked per week. To Be Eligible for FMLA in Michigan, an Employee Must: -Work at a company that employs at least ...

Missed Diagnosis in the ICU Can Be Fatal What overlooked, potentially preventable factor leads to more deaths than breast cancer? The answer: misdiagnosis in hospital intensive care. A study of thousands of autopsy results, conducted by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and featured by HealthLeaders Media, has suggested that medical staff in intensive care units make fatal errors by misdiagnosing and failing to provide proper treatment in eight percent of their cases. Researchers estimate that as many as 40,500 adult patients in ICUs across the country, including ...

Why Should a Person Review an Estate Plan? Many people understand the importance of creating estate plans. Such plans help people ensure that their loved ones are taken care of and their wishes are carried out after they die. However, far too often people believe that once they make estate plans they can set the plans aside and never think about them again. Estate planning should be an on-going process. An inheritance dispute involving a family from California demonstrates the need for regular estate plan reviews. Family Feud Over Inheritance A California family ...

Privacy and Divorce: Technology Makes It Easier but Not Legal to Snoop Couples contemplating divorce and going through divorce today can more easily snoop through their partner's information than ever before because of e-mail, online bank accounts and social media. Even though it may be easier to get a hold of a partner's information than before, spying and the use of such information is not necessarily legal or even helpful during the divorce process. In some instances the growth of information technology has outpaced the law, and often individuals are left wondering ...

What Is the Difference Between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? People who are overwhelmed with debt and considering filing bankruptcy as a way to help regain their financial footing may feel overwhelmed by the thought. Many are not sure which type of bankruptcy is best for them. Those thinking of filing bankruptcy should be aware of some of the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Repaying Debts One of the major differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy is how much of the filer's debts he or she ends up paying. Chapter 7 is ...

How DUI Is Determined in Washington State In Washington, as in other states, it is against the law to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A driver can be charged with Driving Under the Influence under Washington state law in any of the following circumstances: -A driver age 21 or older has a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or above -A driver under the age of 21 has a BAC of 0.02 percent or above -A commercial driver has a BAC of 0.04 percent or above In addition, regardless of age or BAC level, a driver can be charged ...

DUI Task Force Blitzing Packer Fans As the professional football season winds to a close, emotions begin to heighten as teams compete to make it to the final game of the season: the Super Bowl. Fans become wrapped up in the successes and failures of their teams. Green Bay Packer fans are some of the most die-hard fans out there, and some Wisconsin police departments believe that a number of Packer fans will get carried away by their enthusiasm for their team and overindulge while watching the NFC division playoff game January 15, 2012. The Brown county OWI Task Force ...

Wisconsin Approves Lower Probable Cause Standard for Some Drivers In December of 2011, the Wisconsin Supreme Court issued an opinion regarding the level of probable cause that a police officer needs to test a driver's blood alcohol content when the police officer knows that the driver is subject to the state's lower Prohibited Alcohol Concentration law. The court's decision in this case could have an impact on Wisconsin drivers charged with OWI. Probable Cause to Test for BAC Under Wisconsin law, the PAC for most drivers is 0.08. However, drivers with three or ...